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5 Reasons to Consider a Career in Occupational Therapy
Are you thinking of pursuing a career in occupational therapy but you’re wondering if it’s the right career path for you? Just like any health care career, occupational therapy has its advantages. You have the option to pursue different levels of occupational therapy careers by becoming an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant…
Read MoreAdaptive Equipment Basics: Determining the Right Device for Your Patient’s Functional Needs
Adaptive Equipment vs. Assistive Technology Adaptive equipment includes any tool or device used to assist someone with performing daily living activity on a more independent level. This includes any category in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) as defined by the OT practice framework. Additional tasks may include any…
Read MoreResistance Training Helps Prevent Falls, a New Study
A new study examined the relationship between resistance training and the risk of falls. McKnights reports of the study, run over a course of eight weeks, where participants were subject to a structured aerobic and flexibility program. It was concluded that older adults who were previously inactive had a lower risk of falling when they…
Read MoreRehab Therapy Minimally Affected in SNFs during Pandemic
A recent study examined post-acute rehab services provided to residents living in skilled nursing facilities during the pandemic and before the pandemic. McKnights reports the study concluded that services were comparable, but group therapy saw a fall in time spent together while time spent in individual sessions went up. The data also indicated individuals who…
Read MoreOlder Men at Higher Risk for Falls Related Head Trauma
Older adults are at a higher risk for falls which cause trauma to the head, fractured bones and visits to the emergency department. Older women have more falls when compared to men, but men who are 65 years or older have a higher number of falls that cause skull fractures. McKnights reports about this new…
Read MoreStudy Examines Heart Failure Drugs
A recent study examined the effects of two drugs that are used to treat heart failure in patients. McKnights reports the drugs furosemide and torsemide were part of the investigation. Furosemide has been in use for a longer period of time whereas torsemide is relatively new to the market. The study concluded there was not…
Read MoreAspirin and Heparin Equally Effective in Preventing Blood Clots Post Surgery
It is possible for blood clots to form after bone fracture surgery, McKnights reports. According to a study published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine, aspirin, an over-the-counter drug, may be as effective as heparin, a blood thinner, in helping to prevent such blood clots. It is common practice for patients to be…
Read MoreTips for a Successful Rehab Therapist Job Interview
It’s very common for one to be nervous during a job interview. However, you can take this opportunity to sell your skills and abilities. By the time you’re ready to apply for jobs and conduct interviews, you have already completed a rigorous education and training in your respective field of physical, occupational or speech…
Read MoreStroke Risk Factors in Older Adults
Two key risk factors for stroke are hypertension and type 2 diabetes. McKnights reports that a recent study indicates that with increasing age, the association between the two factors and stroke decreases. The study included 28,000 individuals whose health outcomes were followed for 11 years. It was discovered that younger individuals who had hypertension or…
Read MoreShingles in Older Adults May Cause Heart Disease and Stroke
Shingles, or the reactivation of the chickenpox virus, is commonly found in older adults. McKnights reports that a recent study links the prevalence of shingles to a 30 percent increased risk of major cardiovascular diseases including coronary heart disease, stroke and heart attack. Researchers collected data from several larger studies of healthcare professionals including nurses…
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