Introduction to Improving Function
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Jan Davis introduces the concepts of care that provides the foundation for this video course. Occupational therapists and physical therapists can optimize the potential for functional gains utilizing five treatment principles.
Improving Function & Awareness Similar Videos
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Examples of Guiding, Weightbearing & Bilateral Use
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Jan Davis demonstrates a task-oriented, problem-solving approach to a simple activity that can be used in any treatment setting: SNF, inpatient or outpatient rehab, acute care or home health.
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Summary & Closing: Improving Function & Awareness
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Jan Davis summarizes the importance of using functional activities to improve function and awareness in stroke survivors.
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Standing with Fearful Patients During Function
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The standing tolerance of fearful patients often improves within the context of enriched environments. Determine why the patient is fearful, provide a secure environment and then facilitate motor control during tasks in standing.
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Functional Treatment in Standing
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Safety is key in standing with stroke survivors during functional tasks. Jan Davis shows specific handling skills and how to provide a safe environment. Safety belts are used as needed by the patient or required by the facility.
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Improving Upper Extremity Function & Awareness
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Motor learning theory supports utilizing the involved upper extremity into everyday tasks. Jan Davis demonstrates three distinct methods to incorporate a nonfunctional upper extremity into ADLs and IADLS.
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Improving Awareness During Bedrest
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This video describes the therapeutic benefits of the patient’s environment, proper bed positioning and supporting the upper extremity during rest. Therapists can impact functional gains before the first treatment session begins.