Posts Tagged ‘OT Strategies’
OT Strategies: How can I improve reaction time?
Question: How can I improve my client’s reaction time? I was recently asked by an OT colleague, what can I do to improve my client’s reaction time? What is reaction time & how is it measured? Lots of things come into play when it comes to a client’s ‘reaction time.’ If we think about reaction…
Read MoreOT Strategies: Using the Driving Pathways by Diagnosis Sheets for OT Practitioners to Increase DCM in Your Own Practice
The Driving Pathways by Diagnosis Sheets for OT Practitioners was developed by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and Genesis Rehab Services through support from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). to be used when developing client specific interventions for driving. The resources are based on common medical diagnosis groups including arthritis, cardiac conditions, stroke,…
Read MoreOT Strategies: How to have Positive Driving Conversations with Clients
Is your client a driver? Are you ready to help, but not sure where to start? Use these resources: To initiate positive conversations on safe driving and community mobility. As general education for drivers, families, physicians, and other members of the medical team. To lead short educational presentations. Educational resources for vehicle technology, physical fitness,…
Read MoreOT Strategies: Driving Retirement Strategies for Dementia
When working with a client with dementia and caregivers, remember that the conversation about driving retirement is most likely more for the benefit of the family, as opposed to the person with dementia. The person with dementia will most likely not be able to abide by driving retirement independently and will require the support from…
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