The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.
00:00 - Welcome
Welcome to episode 01 of the Resource Roadmap Show!
7:50 - Fine Motor Push Pin Activity
This material addresses fine motor skills, particularly using a tripod grasp.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/fine-motor-push-pin-activity
12:25 - Emergency Preparedness with a Disability
This handout covers different elements of being prepared for emergency situations given changes due to the new onset of a condition for a caregiver and/or patient.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/emergency-preparedness-with-a-disability
19:10 - Advancing Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities and Chronic Health Conditions in the Community: A Scoping Review (2020)
23:40 - Vision Deficits in the Geriatric Population
This resource covers common conditions seen in the geriatric population and interventions for addressing them.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/vision-deficits-in-the-geriatric-population
35:10 - Occupational Therapy Interventions to Improve Performance of Daily Activities at Home for Older Adults with Low Vision: A Systematic Review (2013)
40:55 - Growth Mindset
This handout covers the growth mindset which can be used to improve motivation and self-esteem during the rehabilitation process.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/growth-mindset
51:47 - Gate Control Theory of Pain in Practice
This resource briefly covers the theory and how it benefits individuals coping with chronic pain.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/gate-control-theory-of-pain-in-practice
54:33 - Case Study
Mrs. Tanner is a 81 y/o right handed woman with osteoarthritis in her hands, knees, and hips. She was recently widowed and moved into an assisted living facility. Her family has noticed some changes in her cognition, which promoted the move to assisted living. Prior to moving to ALF, Mrs. Tanner enjoyed playing bridge, knitting, and creating scrapbooks in her free time. Since moving, she has demonstrated limited engagement in community activities and is exhibiting signs of depression.
55:36 - Origami for Fine Motor and Cognition
This material has origami instructions to work on bilateral coordination skills and cognition.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/origami-for-fine-motor-and-cognition
56:43 - Yarn Wheel
This activity provides a template and instructions to use a yarn wheel to address bilateral coordination, memory, attention, and sequencing. The end result produces a braided piece that can be used as a keychain, bracelet, etc.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/yarn-wheel/
57:29 - Workbook: Impact of Mental Health on Daily Routines
This resource is for clients working through a mental health diagnosis such as anxiety or depression. Gives prompts for writing down questions, areas of difficulty, impacts of diagnoses, and prioritizing wants and needs. May be a good introduction to journaling for those with anxiety or depression, serves as a reminder of the people in a person’s support system, and guides OT intervention and plan of care in a way that prioritizes function and mental health.
https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/workbook-impact-of-mental-health-on-daily-routines/
