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Health tech Practice Support: The latest CDC statistics claim 1 in 3 adults have high blood pressure. Michigan State University (MSU) researchers are working on an iPhone X app that can read blood pressure via oscillometric finger presses. Link: ow.ly/2Nk050jsTI2

OT Practice Support: Tilt in Space (TIS) Wheelchairs (w/c) A qualitative study's findings suggest power TIS w/c's enable user control, but manual TIS w/c's promote staff control; illustrating how TIS w/c's may enable/ inhibit occupational engagement Link: ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?a…

Healthtech Practice Support: "Tek RMD", or "robotic mobilization device".The four-wheel system can be summoned remotely, and the user can enter it without assistance. Allowing individuals who are wheelchair dependent to stand and mobilize! Link: healthtechinsider.com/2017/03/02/sta…

OT Practice Support: Fibromyalgia A recent systematic review found strong evidence for cognitive–behavioural interventions; relaxation & stress management; emotional disclosure; physical activity & fatigue management Link: ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?a…

Health Tech: "Passive Monitors Help Seniors Age in Place" Sensors detect changes in sleep behavior, heart rate, or physical mobility. Algorithms can accurately evaluate this data & alert caregivers of possible changes. Link: healthtechinsider.com/2016/07/27/pas…

OT Resource Support: 'General OT Assesement Tool' Here is a free and useful guide for new OTs to assist in structuring the assessment process. This guide is grounded in a CMOP-E framework. Link: elevateot.com/main/

OT Practice Support: Traumatic Brain Injury A recent open access article in the American Journal of Occupational Therapy applies evidence from systematic reviews on a case report of an adult with a TBI. 10-15 min read! Link: ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?a…

Healthtech Practice Support: The Myoshirt is a garment-like, lightweight, soft wearable robot that assists upper extremity movement. The shirt also helps stabilize the shoulder while sensors detect user intentions. Link: healthtechinsider.com/2018/07/19/wea…

OT Resource Support: Do you work in the area of Return to Work? Follow the link to access this free resource to assist with structuring your employer interview. "Employer Questionnaire Form" Link: elevateot.com/main/

OT Practice Support: Residential Care For the OTs working in these facilities, the workplace culture is a huge concern, but for the residents it is their home. Have a look at this open access article highlighting the role of OT in culture change. Link: ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?a…

Health Tech and OT: Intelligent assistive technology (IAT) may mitigate risks while promoting independence in dementia. A systematic review found support for monitoring technologies, tracking & tagging technologies, smart homes, & cognitive orthoses. Link: ow.ly/j6YV50iRZjM

Occupational Therapy Treatment Planning Tool Here's a thorough checklist to help you set goals in specific OT areas, address pertinent barriers, and develop treatment plans. static1.squarespace.com/static/565a1fb…

OT and Sleep: Strong evidence supports cognitive–behavioral intervention strategies for older adults that include relaxation, sleep hygiene education, problem solving, and physical exercise according to a recent systematic review Link: ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?a…

OT & Bathroom Transfers: A study evaluated the effectiveness of bathroom aids in promoting balance during bathing transfers. The vertical grab bar & wall touch resulted in the best controlled transfers. The bath mat provided improved balance control. Link: ow.ly/cHCe50iRZF5

Health Tech Practice Support: Wearable Sensor worn outside the body uses ultrasound to monitor the volume of urine in the bladder. Can assist with independence for toileting and managing incontinence. Link: healthtechinsider.com/2018/03/16/wea…

OT & Alzheimers: A systematic review found strong evidence for person-centered approaches to improve behavior. Moderate evidence supports noise regulation, environmental design, unobtrusive visual barriers, & environmental relocation strategies. Link: ow.ly/vfHD50iRYZc

Here's a General OT Assessment Tool to help new OT's hit the ground running in their amazing career paths. Also for veterans looking for a tool to help reconnect with their OT theoretical roots. Scroll down to find the General OT Assessment Tool: elevateot.com/main/

OT Practice Support: Osteoarthritis A study showed tailoring instruction on the basis of recent symptoms & physical activity may provide more effective symptom management than general instruction given the effects on fatigue for activity pacing. Link: ow.ly/Z0xp50ivK3e

Health Tech Support: Dementia Technology prototype called DRESS to help people with dementia get dressed by themselves. The DRESS is a chest of five drawers, that uses sensors, recordings, and artificial intelligence, Read for more details! Link: ow.ly/MPx550ivKb1