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Bredy TM, Patterson F, Glasgow C. Current clinical practice patterns and perspectives of Australian hand therapists during the treatment of adults with distal radius fracture: A national survey. Aust Occup Ther J 2024; 71:265-278. [PMID: 38151897 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Successful return to pre-injury occupational performance following distal radius fracture (DRF) may be influenced by person and environment factors such as pain, age, social support, and socioeconomic status. The primary aim of this study was to explore Australian hand therapists' current clinical practice and determine whether they consider these factors during the management of DRF. METHODS A mixed methods online survey was distributed to members of the Australian Hand Therapy Association. Descriptive statistics were used to examine the quantitative data, and the qualitative data were analysed by content analysis. RESULTS Of the 120 members who completed the survey, 68% were occupational therapists and 32% were physiotherapists with 74% in the private and 26% in the public health-care setting. Most factors perceived to influence recovery were consistent with person factors and a biomechanical approach. Other factors related to occupational performance, such as social and leisure skills, environment and culture were reported less often. When asked about defining occupational performance, the key categories identified through qualitative open responses were 'performing meaningful activities/occupations', 'performing work/employment', and 'completing activities/function'. CONCLUSION The data suggest that hand therapists in Australia primarily identify person factors as key to recovery after DRF. Context and environmental factors that influence occupational performance did not appear to be considered as often during treatment or when defining occupational performance. Further research is needed to explore the contextual and environmental factors that influence hand therapy intervention and determine whether they play a role in the successful return to pre-injury occupational performance following DRF. CONSUMER AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT The survey was conceptualised by the research team, which included two experienced hand therapists and piloted with 10 consumers. Hand therapists (consumers) of various years of experience and discipline (i.e., occupational therapy and physiotherapy) provided feedback to improve the survey in terms of content, comprehensibility, and length. No clients/patients of hand therapists were involved in the development of the survey or the study, and the consumers of the study were considered hand therapists.
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- Terra M Bredy
- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
- EKCO Hand Therapy, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Princess Alexandra Hospital, Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
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Ryan SJ, Bolten E, Abolhosn N, Adams J, Bocianski H. "It Doesn't Die Within You": Outdoor Recreation Participation Following Spinal Cord Injury. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2024; 44:227-235. [PMID: 37248987 DOI: 10.1177/15394492231175070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Although some people with spinal cord injury (SCI) return to outdoor recreation, many have low activity levels and encounter significant environmental barriers. The purpose of the study was to describe how people with SCI engage in outdoor recreation activities, what meaning they attribute to these, and to inform occupational therapists in promoting outdoor recreation post-SCI. The study used qualitative, descriptive phenomenology. Thirteen participants completed semi-structured interviews, and data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Outdoor recreation contributes to personal well-being. It is a way to share life with loved ones and other disabled people. Having the right equipment and using a trial-and-error approach facilitated participation, which was sometimes supported and frequently constrained by physical, built, and information environments. Findings suggest implications for occupational therapists in the areas of direct intervention, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. These are consistent with the American Occupational Therapy Association Vision 2025 to collaborate for inclusion and accessibility in occupational performance.
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- Sheryl J Ryan
- California State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, USA
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- California State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, USA
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- California State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, USA
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Buoncristiani NA, Gerstner GR, Laffan MR, Trivisonno AJ, Mota JA, Giuliani-Dewig HK, Ryan ED. The impact of inter-limb leg lean tissue mass asymmetry on stair climb performance in career firefighters. Ergonomics 2024:1-7. [PMID: 38465900 DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2024.2327582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of inter-limb leg lean tissue mass (LTM) asymmetry on stair climb (SC) performance in firefighters. Forty-one career firefighters (age = 32.3 ± 8.2 years, body mass = 92.1 ± 18.6 kg, stature = 178.3 ± 7.9 cm) visited the laboratory on one occasion and completed a whole body and leg composition assessment followed by a timed and weighted SC task. Percent body fat (%BF) and leg LTM were determined during a DEXA scan and regional thigh analysis. Asymmetry was assessed by the percent difference between limbs (dominant limb LTM - non-dominant limb LTM)/dominant limb LTM × 100) and a ± 3% cut-off for asymmetry classification. Participants ascended and descended 26 stairs four times as quickly as possible while wearing a weighted (22 kg) vest. Point biserial correlations were used to assess the relationship of inter-limb leg LTM asymmetry and SC performance before and after controlling for age and %BF. Results indicated that inter-limb leg LTM asymmetry was associated with longer SC task time (poorer performance) both before (r = 0.432, P = 0.005) and after (r = 0.502, P = 0.001) controlling for age and %BF. Our findings indicated that inter-limb leg LTM asymmetry negatively impacts firefighter SC performance, which may be improved with appropriate exercise interventions.
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- Nicholas A Buoncristiani
- Neuromuscular Assessment Laboratory, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
- Carolina Center for Healthy Work Design and Worker Well-Being, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
- Human Movement Science Curriculum, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Neuromuscular Assessment Laboratory, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
- Carolina Center for Healthy Work Design and Worker Well-Being, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
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- Human Performance Innovation Center, Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
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- Neuromuscular Assessment Laboratory, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
- Carolina Center for Healthy Work Design and Worker Well-Being, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
- Human Movement Science Curriculum, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC
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Sheerin M, O'Riordan C, Conneely M, Carey L, Ryan D, Galvin R, Morrissey AM. Effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions on function and occupational performance among adults with conditions of the hand, wrist, and forearm: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Aust Occup Ther J 2024; 71:175-189. [PMID: 37794565 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions for adults with conservatively managed conditions of the hand, wrist, and forearm. METHODS Searches were carried out in CINAHL, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, MEDLINE (OVID), EMBASE, and PubMed. Grey literature was searched for via Google Scholar. A systematic literature search was undertaken for randomised studies that examined occupational therapy interventions for treatment of hand, wrist, and forearm conditions. The primary outcome was function, with secondary outcomes of occupational performance, satisfaction with occupational performance, pain, and quality of life. Meta-analyses were completed, and GRADE was used to determine the certainty of evidence. RESULTS Twelve studies with 1429 participants were identified. Interventions included combinations of occupation-based intervention, assistive device provision, education, orthosis provision, and exercise programmes for arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fracture and tendon injuries of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Occupational therapy resulted in an improvement of function (REM, SMD -0.27, 95% CI -0.00 to -0.53, I2 = 69%, low certainty evidence) (p = 0.05), occupational performance (REM, SMD 0.83, 95% CI 1.61-0.06, I2 = 91%, low certainty evidence) (p = 0.04), satisfaction with occupational performance (REM, SMD 0.74, 95% CI 1.42-0.05, I2 = 89%, low certainty evidence) (p = 0.03), and pain reduction (FEM, MD -1.35, 95% CI -0.84 to -1.86, I2 = 0%, moderate certainty evidence) (p < 0.00001). CONCLUSION Further high-quality research is recommended to determine the effects of occupational therapy interventions on specific upper limb conditions, inclusive of a broader range of clinical and patient reported outcome measures.
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- Margo Sheerin
- Department of Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- ALERT- Limerick EM Education Research Training, Emergency Department, University Hospital Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Ageing Research Centre, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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Newby MJ, Lane SJ, Haracz K, Tona J, Palazzi K, Lambkin D. Sensory processing in children with Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome. Aust Occup Ther J 2024. [PMID: 38279842 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/29/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Previous research indicates that children with Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) experience sensory reactivity differences that impact occupational performance. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there are differences in sensory reactivity in these children across two different time points; during exacerbation and during remission, using the Sensory Processing Measure (SPM) Home-Form. The study also sought to investigate whether children with PANS experience sensory differences during remission periods, when compared with SPM Home-Form norms. METHODS A two-period bidirectional case-crossover design was used, and an online assessment was conducted to measure sensory reactivity. Parents of children aged 4.6 to 13.1 years with a diagnosis of PANS were recruited from various sites across Australia, USA, England, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and New Zealand. The SPM Home-Form was used to measure sensory reactivity at two time points, when PANS was in remission (T-R) and in exacerbation (T-E). Study entry was permitted at either T-E or T-R. Participant exacerbation status was monitored over a maximum 12-month period, and a follow-up SPM Home-Form was sent when a change in exacerbation status was indicated. A linear mixed model was used to assess the difference between SPM Home-Form norm-referenced scores during exacerbation and remission. RESULTS The study included 82 participants, with 80 providing data at study entry, and 27 providing data at follow-up. Results showed a statistically significant decline in performance across the SPM Home-Form domains of Hearing, Social Participation, Planning and Ideas, and Total Sensory Systems T-scores during exacerbation when compared with remission data. Results also demonstrated atypical sensory reactivity across Vision, Hearing, Touch, Balance and Motion, and Total Sensory Systems domains during periods of remission compared with SPM Home-Form norms. CONCLUSION This study found that children with PANS experience significant sensory reactivity differences during exacerbation and remission across multiple sensory domains, with a decline in performance during exacerbation. Where there are occupational performance challenges, occupational therapists should consider administering sensory assessments so that effective intervention plans addressing the unique sensory reactivity needs of children with PANS can be developed.
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- Michelle J Newby
- Stepping Stones Therapy for Children, Charlestown, New South Wales, Australia
- Occupational Therapy, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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- Occupational Therapy, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
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- Occupational Therapy, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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- Rehabilitation Science Department, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, USA
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- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia
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- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia
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Hare MM, Wohlgemuth KJ, Jesko A, Conner MJ, Frost-Piedrahita V, Mota JA. Climbing the Ranks: A Study of Firefighter Health Disparities. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:227. [PMID: 38255114 PMCID: PMC10815173 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12020227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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The fire service command structure encompasses recruit, incumbent firefighter, and officer positions. The purpose of this study was to quantify the effect of rank (recruits, incumbent firefighters, and officers) on health and physical ability characteristics within the fire service. Retrospective data from thirty-seven recruits (age = 29 ± 5 yrs, BMI = 26.5 ± 2.3 kg/m2); eighty-two incumbent firefighters (age = 30 ± 7 yrs, BMI = 28.8 ± 4.3 kg/m2); and forty-one officers (age = 41 ± 6 yrs, BMI = 28.6 ± 4.3 kg/m2) from a single department were used. Participants completed body composition tests (i.e., body fat percentage [%BF] and body mass index [BMI]), an air consumption test (ACT), and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. The ACT consisted of 10 standardized tasks. Five separate one-way analyses of co-variance (ANCOVA) were calculated, accounting for age. Partial eta squared statistics were calculated and Bonferroni-corrected post-hoc analyses were employed. The results demonstrated a significant effect of rank on %BF (F = 9.61, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.10); BMI (F = 3.45, p = 0.02, η2 = 0.05); relative VO2MAX (F = 12.52, p < 0.001; η2 = 0.11); and HRMAX (F = 18.89, p < 0.001, η2 = 0.03), but not on ACT time (F = 0.71, p = 0.55, η2 = 0.01). These outcomes suggest there are variations in anthropometric and physiological metrics of health across firefighter ranks. Administrators should be aware how these markers of health may vary across firefighter ranks.
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- McKenzie M. Hare
- Neuromuscular and Occupational Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA; (M.M.H.); (K.J.W.)
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- Neuromuscular and Occupational Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA; (M.M.H.); (K.J.W.)
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- Front Line Mobile Health, Georgetown, TX 76048, USA (M.J.C.)
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- Neuromuscular and Occupational Performance Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA; (M.M.H.); (K.J.W.)
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Bergqvist L, Öhrvall AM, Peny-Dahlstrand M. The 'process of doing' in everyday occupations - a challenge for young adults with cerebral palsy. Scand J Occup Ther 2024; 31:2251528. [PMID: 37647414 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2023.2251528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2022] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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Background: There is a lack of knowledge about how persons with cerebral palsy (CP) perceive their 'process of doing' while performing everyday occupations. As described in the Model of the Process of Doing (MPoD), performing an occupation is a complex process consisting of six phases (generate idea, plan, initiate, enact, adjust, end) and time management.Aim: To collect the experiences of young adults with CP, classified at Manual Ability Classification System (MACS) level I or II, regarding how they perceive challenges in their occupational performance in relation to the different phases of the 'process of doing'.Method: Semi-structured interviews were performed with ten participants with CP aged 19-30 years, MACS level I or II. The interview material was related to the MPoD phases using directed content analysis.Results: The participants' descriptions of how they perceived their personal 'process of doing' showed problems in all MPoD phases. All participants experienced difficulties in one or more phases, but none had difficulties in all phases. Difficulties were more frequent in some phases than in others.Conclusion/Significance: To understand the complexity of doing everyday occupations in young adults with CP, there is a need to address all phases of the 'process of doing'.
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- L Bergqvist
- Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Division of Occupational Therapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Ochoa L, Skubik-Peplaski C. Occupational Therapists' Beliefs and Experiences Managing Chronic Pain, Wellness, and Occupational Performance. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2024; 44:139-147. [PMID: 37114718 DOI: 10.1177/15394492231164945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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Chronic disease prevention, health, and wellness have become primary practice areas for occupational therapy. Occupational therapists (OTs) in pain rehabilitation are established as essential members of comprehensive and multidisciplinary pain management teams, focusing on increasing occupational performance through participation. This study's purpose was to investigate OTs' experiences managing chronic pain and to explore OTs' effectiveness in supporting clients' wellness and occupational performance through interventions. Eleven OTs (n = 11) participated with three themes emerging on chronic pain, interventions, and holistic teams. Findings suggest that OTs are successful at treating chronic pain, supporting wellness and occupational performance when their interventions are health-promoting, and clients are enabled to take an active role in their chronic pain management. This study demonstrates the critical impact OTs can have in multidisciplinary teams on clients' outcomes, such as increased occupational performance, wellness, and quality of life (QOL) through engagement in meaningful occupations.
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Kolit Z, Temizkan E, Kara ÖK, Kara K, Şahin S. Occupational performance and participation in children with developmental coordination disorders before and during Covid-19. Child Care Health Dev 2024; 50:e13216. [PMID: 38100218 DOI: 10.1111/cch.13216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children's occupational performance and participation. It is known that the Covid pandemic has adversely affected the whole world in many areas. We aim to investigate the occupational performance and participation of children with DCD before and during the COVID-19. METHODS Sixty-five children aged 5-12 years included in the study were assessed by the Canadian Measure of Occupational Performance and the Participation and Environment Measure for Children and Youth. RESULTS Statistically significant differences were detected in occupational performance and satisfaction scores (p < 0.01). Additionally, except for 'involvement in the home environment' (p > 0.05), there were statistically significant differences in all other areas of participation (p < 0.01). CONCLUSION The occupational performance and participation of children with DCD are impacted during COVID-19. In addition, it is seen that the desire of families to change regarding participation has increased due to COVID-19. It would be beneficial to include strategies to improve these areas in the rehabilitation processes.
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- Zeynep Kolit
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Child Psychiatry, Antalya Education and Research Hospital, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Romero-Ayuso D, García-López R, Lozano-Villena C, Martínez JR, Parga-Amado P, García-Ferreiro P, Gallud JA, Lozano M, Triviño-Juárez JM. Usability of a mobile phone application to enhance activities of daily living in occupational therapy services for breast cancer survivors. Hong Kong J Occup Ther 2023; 36:128-140. [PMID: 38027046 PMCID: PMC10680858 DOI: 10.1177/15691861231206489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background/Objective: The use of new technologies in rehabilitation to evaluate and improve occupational performance and quality of life is increasing. Technological applications in the health field could help meet the needs of patients, including those of women breast cancer survivors. The main aim of this study was to design a mobile phone application "MAIA" focused on the perceived needs of women who have had breast cancer to achieve optimal performance in their daily lives in a meaningful way. Methods: A cross-sectional usability study using an online questionnaire was designed. Sociodemographic and occupational performance data were collected. System Usability Scale, Engagement in Meaningful Activities Survey, Occupational Balance Questionnaire, General Self-Efficacy Scale, Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - General and Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand were administered. Descriptive statistics were used to describe categorical (frequencies and percentages) and quantitative variables (mean and standard deviation). Results: The sample was composed of seventy-eight women diagnosed with breast cancer. Nine activities of daily living were affected in more than 20% of women with breast cancer. The most affected were sleep and rest and functional mobility. Conclusions: Women survivors of breast cancer showed difficulties in daily life performance and participation. The MAIA App could be useful as a new online resource in occupational therapy for the rehabilitation of breast cancer survivors.
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- Dulce Romero-Ayuso
- University of Granada, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria Ibs, Spain
- CIMCYC, University de Granada, Spain
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- Hospital Provincial de Conxo, Unidad de Trastornos Alimentarios (UDAL), Servicio Gallego de Salud, Spain
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- Hospital Universitario Ntra. Sra. De La Candelaria, Servicio Canario de Salud, Spain
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Fisher O, Berger I, Grossman ES, Maeir A. Mediated Online Awareness Among Adolescents With and Without ADHD: Using the Occupational Performance Experience Analysis (OPEA). OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2023; 43:600-607. [PMID: 36793250 PMCID: PMC10486158 DOI: 10.1177/15394492231154197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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Online awareness is essential to learning from one's experiences, enabling adaptive self-management, often challenged among adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study used an online awareness tool, the Occupational Performance Experience Analysis (OPEA), to examine (a) the online awareness of occupational performance of adolescents with ADHD and controls and (b) the potential modifiability of online awareness after a brief mediation redirecting attention to task demands and contextual factors. Seventy adolescents with and without ADHD were administered the OPEA after completing cognitive assessments. The OPEA comprises a verbal description of experiences, scored for representation of main actions, temporal context, and coherence, completed again after mediation. Results point to significantly less coherent descriptions of occupational performance among adolescents with ADHD compared with adolescents without ADHD; modifiability was only examined in the ADHD group and demonstrated significantly more coherent descriptions after mediation. Findings may elucidate online awareness of occupational performance as an occupational therapy intervention target for adolescents with ADHD.
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- The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
- Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Ras J, Smith DL, Kengne AP, Soteriades ES, Leach L. Physical fitness, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health, and occupational performance in firefighters. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1241250. [PMID: 37693709 PMCID: PMC10485367 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1241250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Introduction To perform their work efficiently and safely, firefighters should maintain all aspects of physical fitness. Cardiac-related incidents are the leading cause of duty-related deaths in firefighters, and many firefighters have poor musculoskeletal health (MSH) that hinder their occupational performance (OP). Establishing the relationship between physical fitness, cardiovascular health (CVH), MSH and OP may add new insight on the most significant factors influencing OP in firefighters, specifically in the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Service (CoCTFS), which had not been studied before. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate whether physical fitness, CVH and MSH were associated with OP in firefighters, in the COCTFRS. Methods This cross-sectional study included 283 full-time firefighters aged 20-65 years from Cape Town, South Africa. A researcher-generated questionnaire was used to collect data on sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle factors and MSH. Physical measures were used to collect information on physical fitness, CVH, and OP [using a physical ability test (PAT)]. Linear and binary logistic regressions, adjusted for age, sex, height and weekly metabolic equivalent minutes (WMETM), multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA), adjusted for age, sex, height and body mass index (BMI) and backward stepwise regressions were used to investigate the associations between the various constructs. Results From multivariable analyses, age, lean body mass, body fat percentage (BF%), estimated absolute oxygen consumption (abV̇O2max), grip strength, leg strength, push-ups, sit-ups, WMETM and heart rate variability were associated with PAT completion times (all p < 0.01). The MANCOVA showed a significant difference between performance categories of the PAT based on physical fitness and CVH (both p < 0.001). WMETM, BF%, abV̇O2max, grip strength, leg strength and sit-ups explained the highest proportion (50.5%) of the variation in PAT completion times. Conclusion Younger, non-obese, fitter and stronger firefighters, with a better CVH status, performed significantly better and were most likely to pass the PAT in firefighters, in Cape Town, South Africa. Firefighters should maintain high levels of physical fitness and a good level of CVH to ensure a satisfactory level of OP.
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- Jaron Ras
- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Health and Human Physiological Sciences, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States
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- Non-communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Healthcare Management Program, School of Economics and Management, Open University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
- Environmental and Occupational Medicine and Epidemiology (EOME), Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, United States
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- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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de Klerk S, Gqada L, Honiball RM, Julius L, van Wyk C, Jacob-Nzuzi Khuabi LA. The Impact of Upper Limb Injury or Conditions on Daily Occupations: A Qualitative Inquiry. Occup Ther Health Care 2023:1-17. [PMID: 37547999 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2023.2243509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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The study aimed to explore six public service users' perspectives on the impact their upper limb injury or condition has on their everyday lives while receiving occupational therapy intervention at a public hospital in the context of the Northern Cape of South Africa. An interpretivist phenomenological approach was employed. Data was collected using reflexive photography and semi-structured interviews. Three main themes were generated during inductive reasoning, namely the impact on role fulfillment, change in occupational task performance and the factors impacting performance in preferred occupations. Participants confirmed that to present a contextually relevant and responsive service, Occupation-Based Hand Therapy (OBHT) approaches must be considered.
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- Susan de Klerk
- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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Aydoner S, Bumin G. Examining the Sensory Processing Skills and Occupational Performance of People with Multiple Sclerosis. Occup Ther Health Care 2023:1-14. [PMID: 37504677 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2023.2241087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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This study aimed to compare sensory processing skills and occupational performance between participants with multiple sclerosis and healthy controls. Eighty participants were enrolled in this study, 40 with multiple sclerosis and 40 with healthy controls. Participants were between 18 and 65 years of age and asked to complete the Adult Sensory Profile, and Canadian Occupational Performance Measure. The findings of the study revealed that participants with multiple sclerosis had a lower ability to register sensory input, a higher sensory sensitivity, and avoidance, as well as lower levels of performance and satisfaction in their daily occupations, compared to the healthy controls (p < 0.05). People with multiple sclerosis often experience difficulties with sensory processing and occupational performance in daily life. More research and practice are needed on the role of sensory processing and occupational performance in daily life in people with multiple sclerosis.
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- Selen Aydoner
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy, Fenerbahçe University, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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Mendelson BJ, Marciniak RA, Wahl CA, Ebersole KT. Body Composition Is Related to Maximal Effort Treadmill Test Time in Firefighters. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11111607. [PMID: 37297747 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11111607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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Firefighting tasks may require near maximal levels of cardiorespiratory fitness. Previous research has indicated that body fat percentage (BF%) and aerobic capacity (VO2peak) are related to the performance of firefighting tasks. Since a standard submaximal treadmill test for firefighters is terminated at 85% of maximal heart rate (MHR), key performance information relating to maximal cardiorespiratory effort may not be measured in a submaximal test. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between body composition and time spent running at intensities greater that 85% MHR. Height, weight, body mass index (BMI; kg/m2), BF%, MHR (bpm), VO2peak (mL/kg/min), predicted VO2peak (P-VO2peak; mL/kg/min), submaximal treadmill test time (WFIsub Test Time; min), and maximal treadmill test time (WFImax Test Time; min) were collected in fifteen active-duty firefighters. The results indicated that significant relationships (p < 0.05) existed between BF% and VO2peak, BF% and WFImax Test Time, BF% and Tdiff, and VO2peak and WFImax Test Time. P-VO2peak was not significantly different than VO2peak, and the WFImax Test Time was significantly longer than the WFIsub Test Time. These results indicate that a submaximal treadmill test may reasonably predict VO2peak, but key information about physiological work at intensities greater than 85% MHR may be missed when using submaximal effort tests.
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- Benjamin J Mendelson
- Human Performance & Sport Physiology Laboratory, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA
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- Human Performance & Sport Physiology Laboratory, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, Sport, & Recreation, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL 61920, USA
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- Human Performance & Sport Physiology Laboratory, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53211, USA
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Karhula ME, Heiskanen T, Salminen AL. Systematic review: Need for high-quality research on occupational therapy for children with intellectual disability. Scand J Occup Ther 2023; 30:261-277. [PMID: 34445921 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2021.1968947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Enabling participation in everyday life and supporting development are essential goals in occupational therapy of children and young people with intellectual disabilities (ID). OBJECTIVE To gather and evaluate evidence of the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions for children with ID in terms of participation in everyday life. MATERIAL AND METHODS A literature search conducted using electronic databases (CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PubMed and EMBASE) from January 2000 to May 2020. Methodological quality was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools. Quality of evidence was critically appraised with the GRADE. RESULTS The search yielded 4741 records, of which 15 studies met the inclusion criteria: 3 randomized controlled trials, 3 case-control studies, 2 case series and 7 case reports. The studies were diverse in quality. The evidence is inconclusive because of the limited amount of methodologically robust studies. CONCLUSIONS AND SIGNIFICANCE Results support the notion that occupational therapy in daily environments for children with ID may enhances participation in everyday activities. Further research with appropriate study designs and outcome measurements is needed. Although the research evidence was limited, the results encourage focussing on occupational therapy for children with ID to enhance participation in school and home environments.
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- Maarit E Karhula
- South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Mikkeli, Finland
- Social Insurance Institution of Finland, Helsinki, Finland
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Wanklyn T, Webster KE, Nielsen B, Mak-Yuen Y, Haslam BS, Carey LM. The Performance Quality Rating Scale for Somatosensation After Stroke: A Pilot Study. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2023; 43:280-287. [PMID: 36000504 DOI: 10.1177/15394492221115349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/15/2023]
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To our knowledge, no measure of observed performance in self-selected activities has been specifically tested for use with stroke survivors with somatosensory deficits. The objective of this study is to modify the Performance Quality Rating Scale (PQRS) for use with stroke survivors with somatosensory deficits and report the interrater reliability. Videos of stroke survivors (N = 22) with somatosensory deficits performing self-selected activities on two separate occasions (76 video clips; 38 activities) were viewed by two clinicians who rated performance using the modified PQRS. Reported properties of the modified PQRS included the interclass correlation coefficient (ICC2,1), Spearman's rho and standard error of measurement (SEM). Interrater reliability was good (ICC2,1 = 0.81). Raters' scores correlated highly (Spearman's rho = 0.81), and the SEM (1.07) was acceptable. The modified PQRS demonstrated good interrater reliability. Further modifications such as developing common operational definitions that are applicable across a wide range of activities may improve the clinical usability of the scale.
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- Tamara Wanklyn
- La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.,Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Heidelberg, Australia
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- La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.,Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Heidelberg, Australia
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- La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.,Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Heidelberg, Australia
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- La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.,Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Heidelberg, Australia
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- La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia.,Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Heidelberg, Australia
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Grinblat N, Rosenblum S. Work-MAP Telehealth Metacognitive Work-Performance Intervention for Adults With ADHD: Randomized Controlled Trial. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2023:15394492231159902. [PMID: 36971429 DOI: 10.1177/15394492231159902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The literature highlighted the need for evidence-based occupational therapy teleinterventions to improve work participation among adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study aimed to assess the efficacy of a self-tailored, metacognitive, telehealth intervention to enhance the performance of adults with ADHD at work (Work-MAP). The outcome measures were efficacy and satisfaction with performing self-selected work goals, executive functions, and quality of life. Participants in this randomized controlled trial were 46 adults with ADHD. Group A (n = 31) received the synchronous, hybrid-telehealth intervention in 11-weekly 1-hour individual sessions. Group B (n = 15) completed the intervention after a waiting phase. Following the intervention, participants showed and maintained significant improvements in all outcome measures (strong-to-moderate significant effects) to the 3-month follow-up. The Work-MAP teleintervention appears effective for improving work participation (i.e., performance), executive functions, and quality of life of adults with ADHD.
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Jagim AR, Luedke JA, Dobbs WC, Almonroeder T, Markert A, Zapp A, Askow AT, Kesler RM, Fields JB, Jones MT, Erickson JL. Physiological Demands of a Self-Paced Firefighter Air-Management Course and Determination of Work Efficiency. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2023; 8:jfmk8010021. [PMID: 36810505 PMCID: PMC9944468 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk8010021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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Firefighters often complete air management courses (AMC) to assess the ability to tolerate personal protective equipment, appropriately manage the breathing system and assess occupational performance. Little information is known relative to the physiological demands of AMCs, nor how to assess work efficiency in order to characterize occupational performance and evaluate progress. PURPOSE To assess the physiological demands of an AMC and examine differences across BMI categories. A secondary aim was to develop an equation to assess work efficiency in firefighters. METHODS Fifty-seven firefighters (Women, n = 4; age: 37.2 ± 8.4 yr.; height: 182.0 ± 6.9 cm; body mass: 90.8 ± 13.1 kg; BMI: 27.8 ± 3.6 kg·m-2) completed an AMC per routine evaluation while wearing a department issued self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Course completion time, starting pounds per square inch (PSI) on the air cylinder, changes in PSI, and distance traveled were recorded. All firefighters were equipped with a wearable sensor integrated with a triaxial accelerometer and telemetry to assess movement kinematics, heart rate, energy expenditure, and training impulse. The AMC consisted of an initial section involving a hose line advance, rescue (body drag), stair climb, ladder raise, and forcible entry. This section was followed by a repeating loop, which consisted of a stair climb, search, hoist, and recovery walk. Firefighters repeated the course loop until the self-contained breathing apparatus air supply pressure reached 200 PSI, at which time they were instructed to lay down until the PSI reached zero. RESULTS Average completion time was 22.8 ± 1.4 min, with a mean distance of 1.4 ± 0.3 km and an average velocity of 2.4 ± 1.2 m·s-1. Throughout the AMC, the mean heart rate was 158.7 ± 11.5 bpm equating to 86.8 ± 6.3% of the age-predicted max heart rate and a training impulse of 55 ± 3 AU. Mean energy expenditure was 464 ± 86 kcals and work efficiency was 49.8 ± 14.9 km·PSI-1·s. Regression analysis determined that fat-free mass index (R2 = 0.315; β = -5.069), body fat percentage (R2 = 0.139; β = -0.853), fat-free mass (R2 = 0.176; β = -0.744), weight (R2 = 0.329; β = -0.681), and age (R2 = 0.096; β = -0.571) were significant predictors of work efficiency. CONCLUSIONS The AMC is a highly aerobic task with near-maximal heart rates reached throughout the course. Smaller and leaner individuals achieved a higher degree of work efficiency during the AMC.
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- Andrew R. Jagim
- Sports Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, La Crosse, WI 54650, USA
- Exercise & Sport Science Department, University of Wisconsin—La Crosse, La Crosse, WI 54601, USA
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +1-608-392-5013
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- Sports Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, La Crosse, WI 54650, USA
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- Exercise & Sport Science Department, University of Wisconsin—La Crosse, La Crosse, WI 54601, USA
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- La Crosse Fire Department, La Crosse, WI 54603, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Exercise Science and Athletic Training, Springfield College, Springfield, MA 01109, USA
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- Patriot Performance Laboratory, Frank Pettrone Center for Sports Performance, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
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- Sports Medicine, Mayo Clinic Health System, La Crosse, WI 54650, USA
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Pijarnvanit P, Sriphetcharawut S. The Effects of Telehealth Parent Coaching on Occupational Performance and Executive Function of Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders, and Parent Self-Efficacy: A Preliminary Study. Occup Ther Health Care 2023:1-17. [PMID: 36708506 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2023.2169976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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This study examined the effectiveness of telehealth parent coaching on occupational performance and executive functions of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) and executive function deficits and parent self-efficacy. A one group pretest-posttest design was implemented with nine parents of children with ADHD ages 7-12 years old. The intervention consisted of ten, 60-minute, individual sessions, one per week delivered via telehealth. The parent program had three coaching components: goal setting, education, and the problem-solving process. Using strategies from the Four-Quadrant Model of Facilitated Learning, the results showed statistical improvement in performance and satisfaction of occupational performance and all executive functions scores of children except for the Shift and Emotional Control. Parent self-efficacy was also improved. These preliminary results suggest that the telehealth parent coaching program may potentially support a family who has a child with ADHD and executive function deficits.
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- Pongsapak Pijarnvanit
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Nielsen KT, Andersen U, Wæhrens EE, von Bülow C. Quality of ADL task performance in persons with schizophrenia: Looking beyond independence. Scand J Occup Ther 2023:1-10. [PMID: 36635973 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2023.2165541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Persons with schizophrenia may experience decreased ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL) indicated by need for assistance in everyday life. Others are independent, but their quality of ADL task performance in terms of effort and efficiency may still be impacted. AIMS/OBJECTIVES The overall purpose of this study was to explore the quality of ADL task performance in subgroups with schizophrenia (independent/needing assistance). MATERIALS AND METHODS Participants were in- and outpatients at a Psychiatric Hospital diagnosed with schizophrenia (n = 83). Their quality of ADL task performance was evaluated using the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS). Evaluations were conducted at the hospital. Two subgroups (A: independent and B: needing assistance) were created based on AMPS ADL ability measures. RESULTS The majority in both subgroups had AMPS ADL ability measures within the risk zones. Further, the majority in subgroup A had ADL ability measures within age expectations but below mean for well persons of the same age. Both ineffective motor and process skills were identified in both subgroups. CONCLUSIONS/SIGNIFICANCE Occupational therapy is indicated for persons with schizophrenia, both for independent persons and for persons needing assistance. This is to prevent decline in or to enhance ADL ability.
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- Kristina Tomra Nielsen
- The Department of Occupational Therapy, University College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg, Denmark.,Occupation-Centered Occupational Therapy, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Occupation-Centered Occupational Therapy, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,The Department of Occupational Therapy, Copenhagen University College, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Occupation-Centered Occupational Therapy, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Public Health, Occupational Science, User Perspectives and Community-Based Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Occupation-Centered Occupational Therapy, The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Sergi TE, Bode KB, Hildebrand DA, Dawes JJ, Joyce JM. Relationship between Body Mass Index and Health and Occupational Performance among Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, and Military Personnel: A Systematic Review. Curr Dev Nutr 2023; 7:100020. [PMID: 37181120 PMCID: PMC10100923 DOI: 10.1016/j.cdnut.2022.100020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Revised: 12/01/2022] [Accepted: 12/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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The prevalence of overweight and obesity among tactical populations is estimated at 70%-75%, which may negatively impact health and performance. The relationship between BMI and health and performance is well established among the general population, however, literature on such relationships among tactical populations has yet to be reviewed and evaluated. The purpose of this study was to systematically review available literature on the relationship between BMI and health and occupational performance among law enforcement officer, firefighters, and military personnel. After reviewing the literature, 27 articles were included. Nine studies found BMI was positively associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. Studies involving BMI and cancer were lacking. One study found BMI was positively associated with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) risk. Five studies on occupational/physical performance and 12 studies on injury found a higher BMI was often indicative of decreased performance and increased risk of injury in general, but protective against stress fractures. Overall, higher BMI was often associated with negative health and performance outcomes among tactical populations, especially when beyond the overweight classification. Public health practitioners should focus efforts on improving nutrition and physical activity to promote a healthy BMI among these individuals.
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- Tina E. Sergi
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
- Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
- Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
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- Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
- Department of Kinesiology, Applied Health, and Recreation, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
- Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, USA
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Ras J, Smith DL, Soteriades ES, Kengne AP, Leach L. A Pilot Study on the Relationship between Cardiovascular Health, Musculoskeletal Health, Physical Fitness and Occupational Performance in Firefighters. Eur J Investig Health Psychol Educ 2022; 12:1703-1718. [PMID: 36421326 PMCID: PMC9689559 DOI: 10.3390/ejihpe12110120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Firefighters’ face life threatening situations and are frequently exposed to numerous physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic and psychosocial hazards. The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate the feasibility of conducting a large-scale study on cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health, physical fitness and occupational performance of firefighters. We conducted a cross-sectional pilot study by recruiting 36 firefighters. A researcher-generated questionnaire and physical measures were used to collect data on sociodemographic characteristics, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health, physical fitness and occupational performance using a physical ability test (PAT). We documented a high equipment and intra-assessor reliability (r > 0.9). The potential logistic and/or administrative obstacles in the context of a larger study were discerned. Data were successfully retrieved using available equipment and survey instruments. Hypertension (30.6%) dyslipidaemia (33.3%), obesity (36.1%) and physical inactivity (66.7%) were the most prevalent cardiovascular disease risk factors. A significant difference between genders in total PAT completion time was also seen (p < 0.001). Cardiorespiratory fitness, lean body mass, grip strength and leg strength were significantly associated with occupational performance (p < 0.001). The pilot study supports the larger study feasibility and verified equipment and assessors’ reliability for research. Cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal health and physical fitness may be related to PAT performance.
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- Jaron Ras
- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town 7535, South Africa
- Correspondence:
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- Health and Human Physiological Sciences, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York, NY 12866, USA
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- Healthcare Management Program, School of Economics and Management, Open University of Cyprus, 2200 Nicosia, Cyprus
- Environmental and Occupational Medicine and Epidemiology (EOME), Department of Environmental Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard University, Boston, MA 02138, USA
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- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town 7500, South Africa
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- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town 7535, South Africa
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Ras J, Kengne AP, Smith DL, Soteriades ES, November RV, Leach L. Effects of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors, Musculoskeletal Health, and Physical Fitness on Occupational Performance in Firefighters-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:11946. [PMID: 36231242 PMCID: PMC9564707 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191911946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 09/16/2022] [Accepted: 09/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Background: Firefighting is a strenuous occupation, which necessitates that firefighters stay in good physical condition and maintain adequate cardiovascular and musculoskeletal fitness to perform their duties with minimal health and safety risks. The aim of this review is to determine the effects of cardiovascular disease risk factors, musculoskeletal health, and physical fitness on the occupational performance of firefighters. Methods: PubMed/Medline, SCOPUS, Web of Science, EBSCOHost, and ScienceDirect were searched without time-restriction. The appraisal tool for cross-sectional studies and the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme toolkit were used to conduct the methodological assessment. Data were analyzed using Review Manager 5.3, and MedCalc® statistical software. Results: Age had a moderate effect on occupational performance (Z = 5.15, p < 0.001), whereas gender had a large effect size on occupational performance (Z = 4.24, p < 0.001). A significant moderate negative correlation was found between cardiorespiratory fitness and occupational performance (R = -0.584, p < 0.001). Significant low negative correlations were found between upper body endurance (R = -0.344, p < 0.001), abdominal endurance (R = -0.308, p < 0.001), grip strength (R = -0.421, p < 0.001), upper body strength (R = -0.318, p < 0.001), and lower body strength (R = -0.216, p = 0.020) and occupational performance. Conclusions: Aged firefighters with poor body composition and lower levels of physical fitness performed worse on all occupational performance tasks.
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- Jaron Ras
- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town 7535, South Africa
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- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town 7505, South Africa
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- Health and Human Physiological Sciences, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York, NY 12866, USA
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- Healthcare Management Program, School of Economics and Management, Open University of Cyprus, Nicosia 2220, Cyprus
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- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town 7535, South Africa
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- Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town 7535, South Africa
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Janković D, Čvorović A, Dopsaj M, Prćić I, Kukić F. Effects of the Task Complexity on the Single Movement Response Time of Upper and Lower Limbs in Police Officers. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:ijerph19148695. [PMID: 35886550 PMCID: PMC9321739 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19148695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2022] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Police officers occasionally encounter belligerents resisting or even physically assaulting them without or with objects. The self-defense or legal utilization of use of force to disable the offender from harming an officer or others may depend on a single movement speed of hands and legs. This study investigated the effects of task complexity on a single movement response time of the upper and lower limbs in police officers. The sample consisted of 32 male police officers aged between 23 and 50 years. They performed a single movement as fast as possible with their upper and lower limb in three incrementally more complex tasks. In the first task, participants acted on a light signal and with their dominant limb they had to turn off the signal as fast as possible. In the second task, on the light signal, participants could turn off the light with free choice of the upper limb in a hand task or lower limb in a leg task. In the third task, participants had to turn the light off with the right limb if the light turned red and with the left limb if the light turned blue. The BlazePod device was used to assess the movement response time. The results show that there was a significant effect of task complexity on the single movement response time of the hand (F = 24.5, p < 0.001) and leg (F = 46.2, p < 0.001). The training of police officers should utilize specific and situational tasks to improve movement response time by improving the redundancy in decision-making processes during work-specific tasks of different complexity.
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- Dunja Janković
- Abu Dhabi Police, Police Sports Education Center, Abu Dhabi 253, United Arab Emirates; (D.J.); (A.Č.)
- Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Belgrade, 11030 Belgrade, Serbia; (M.D.); (I.P.)
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- Abu Dhabi Police, Police Sports Education Center, Abu Dhabi 253, United Arab Emirates; (D.J.); (A.Č.)
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- Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Belgrade, 11030 Belgrade, Serbia; (M.D.); (I.P.)
- Institute of Sport, Tourism and Service, South Ural State University, 454080 Chelyabinsk, Russia
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- Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Belgrade, 11030 Belgrade, Serbia; (M.D.); (I.P.)
- Institute of Medical Research, Belgrade University, 11129 Belgrade, Serbia
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- Abu Dhabi Police, Police Sports Education Center, Abu Dhabi 253, United Arab Emirates; (D.J.); (A.Č.)
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Richter M, Smith J, Pineda R. Health Care Professional Perceptions About a Proposed NICU Intervention: The Importance of Community and Aligning With Everyday Occupations. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2022; 42:238-247. [PMID: 35341385 DOI: 10.1177/15394492221082051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a dynamic system with multiple stakeholders and contextual factors impacting the implementation of novel practices. This qualitative study aimed to (a) define health care professionals' perceptions on the feasibility of implementing a sensory intervention to study its efficacy, and (b) elaborate on transactions occurring between NICU health care professionals and the proposed research. Eleven NICU professionals participated in one of three focus groups that were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed thematically in NVivo first descriptively and then interpretively through a transactionalism lens. The health care professionals implied the intervention was feasible, but provided multiple suggestions to enhance implementation. The modification of familiar occupational practices, ingrained habits, and the potential impact on the collective occupational performance of NICU community members arose. Understanding occupations within the NICU as transactional allows for a broader view of occupational engagement and enhances knowledge of the nuances related to implementing clinical changes.
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- Marinthea Richter
- Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Quality, Safety and Practice Excellence, St. Louis Children's Hospital, MO, USA
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- Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
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COVID-19 affects emotional status and quality of life (QOL) as reported in various countries. Less is known about the relations between gender, emotional status, and QOL in vulnerable groups. The objectives of this study is to compare emotional status and QOL between women with and without ADHD, during COVID-19, to correlate between emotional status, daily life, and QOL of women with ADHD, and to predict their QOL by COVID-19 constraints and emotional status. This cross-sectional online survey included 46 with ADHD and 183 typically functioning women, aged 19 to 60, who completed the sociodemographic-health and daily life during COVID-19 questionnaires; the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale - 21, and the WHOQOL-BREF. Women with ADHD had significantly higher stress and anxiety and lower physical and psychological QOL. Emotional status and daily constraints predicted their QOL. COVID-19 emotional impacts should receive greater attention in vulnerable groups, as women with ADHD, to enhance resilience, participation, and QOL.
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Güney G, Önal G, Huri M. How Has the Occupational Performance and Participation Levels of Children with Cancer Changed during the COVID-19 Pandemic? Phys Occup Ther Pediatr 2022; 42:15-29. [PMID: 33947306 DOI: 10.1080/01942638.2021.1919814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Aim: To examine how the occupational performance (OP) and participation levels of children with cancer changed during the COVID-19 pandemic.Methods: Sixty-seven children with cancer (aged 6-12 years) completed the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure by giving information about their OP and participation, and their parents completed the Child and Adolescent Scale of Participation via online interview techniques. Evaluations were repeated twice in April and September 2020 to determine the change in OP and participation levels of children with cancer due to the COVID-19.Results: OP of children with cancer decreased significantly (Z=-7.02, p < 0.001) during the pandemic period. The home participation of these children did not change significantly (Z=-0.98, p = 0.32) before and during the pandemic; and was limited in both periods. Community participation decreased significantly (Z=-4.84, p < 0.001) from limited level to very limited level.Conclusions: Findings emphasize the need to increase the levels of OP and participation levels of children with various types of cancer due to the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Güleser Güney
- Therapy and Rehabilitation Department, Kütahya Sağlık Bilimleri University, Kütahya, Turkey
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- Therapy and Rehabilitation Department, Hacı Bektaş Veli University, Nevşehir, Turkey
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The Planning to Make Meals Performance Measure (PMMPM) was initially created as an outcome measure for an occupation-based program dedicated to helping individuals living in poverty maximize their food resources. This article briefly describes the PMMPM and the results of a cross-sectional study examining construct validity. Forty-two participants completed the PMMPM, Food Skills Confidence Measure (FSCM), and Cooking Skills Confidence Measure (CSCM). Analysis using Spearman's correlations revealed that one or more PMMPM score significantly correlated with the FSCM (r = .37-.50, p ≤ .05) and the CSCM (r = .44-.49, p = .01). These findings add to the psychometric properties of the PMMPM, promoting its usefulness as an alternative to self-report measures for programs seeking to enhance food, cooking, or resource management skills. Creating authentic and direct performance measures that assess complex constructs or skills is another way occupational therapy can contribute to health and well-being.
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There is known to be a decrease in quality of life and perceived occupational performance and satisfaction following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study was planned to examine the effectiveness of a client-centered (CC) intervention with the telerehabilitation (TR) method on the quality of life, perceived occupational performance, and satisfaction after TKA. A total of 38 patients who had undergone TKA were randomly assigned to the CC and control groups. A 12-day intervention program was applied to the CC group. The Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) and Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) were applied before and after intervention. The 12-day intervention showed a strong effect on all parameters in the CC group (p<.001). In the postintervention comparisons, a significant difference was found in favor of the CC group (p < .001). CC interventions with the TR method can be used in post-TKA interventions.
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- Berkan Torpil
- University of Health Sciences Turkey, Ankara, Turkey
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Schroder J, Mackenzie L. Outcomes Related to Activity Performance and Participation of Non-Pharmacological Cancer-Related Fatigue Interventions. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2021; 42:50-64. [PMID: 34315289 DOI: 10.1177/15394492211029214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Increased cancer survivorship means more people are living with cancer-related fatigue (CRF), which is associated with activity performance limitations, restricted participation in meaningful life roles, and reduced quality of life. To identify whether non-pharmacological interventions that are effective in minimizing CRF also have an impact on everyday activity performance and participation outcomes for adult cancer survivors. This is a systematic review with narrative synthesis. Eight databases were searched (Medline, CINAHL, PsychINFO, EMBASE, Scopus, OT Seeker, CENTRAL, Cochrane SR database), from 2000 to 2020 for randomized controlled trials of effective non-pharmacological CRF interventions in adult cancer survivors with fatigue. A total of 5,762 studies were identified of which 29 studies were reviewed. In 28 studies, quality of life was investigated as a primary or secondary outcome, where concepts of participation or activity performance were used. Review findings indicate there is insufficient evidence to determine whether activity performance and participation is affected by CRF interventions.
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Altuntaş O, Azizoğlu V, Davis JA. Exploring the occupational lives of Syrians under temporary protection in Turkey. Aust Occup Ther J 2021; 68:434-443. [PMID: 34292608 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Persons who become displaced due to situations such as war and natural disasters face extreme challenges in maintaining their occupational repertoires. This study aimed to explore the occupational lives of Syrians under temporary protection in Turkey. METHODS This mixed method study used a cross-sectional design with a predominantly qualitative focus. Syrians living under temporary protection in Turkey were interviewed using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) to identify their perceived performance problems in the areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure. Additional probes were used to explore participants' reasoning for the choice of occupations and scoring, and occupational changes since arriving in Turkey. Socio-demographics were collected on the participants' age, gender, educational level, marital status, monthly house budget, social security, and number of persons within the household. Thematic analysis was used to undercover themes from the qualitative data. RESULTS Thirty Syrians living under temporary protection in Turkey in Hatay province participated in this study (mean age: 29.66 ± 7.97 years [range = 18 to 50 years]): 16 women (mean age: 28.64 ± 8.04 years) and 14 men (mean age: 30.56 ± 8.05 years). Participants identified more significant problems in their performance of productive and leisure occupations than in self-care occupations. The following themes emerged: (a) having a house of our own: meeting basic needs and completing activities of daily living; (b) no money for shopping: past everyday occupations now luxuries; (c) feeling valued and important: having the ability but no job; (d) living day to day: Education, career, and marriage on hold; and (e) enjoyment in life: leaving behind family, friends, and occupational spaces. CONCLUSION Syrians living in temporary protection in Turkey experience uncertainty within their occupational lives. Participants were able to meet their basic needs; however, precarity of employment limited their participation in previous occupations contracting their repertoires.
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- Onur Altuntaş
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Therapy, Hacettepe University, Altındağ, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Taverna L, Bellavere M, Tremolada M, Santinelli L, Rudelli N, Mainardi M, Onder G, Putti MC, Biffi A, Tosetto B. Oncological Children and Well-Being: Occupational Performance and HRQOL Change after Fine Motor Skills Stimulation Activities. Pediatr Rep 2021; 13:383-400. [PMID: 34287368 DOI: 10.3390/pediatric13030046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Cancer children experience long periods of hospitalization, which are associated with limited performance in several developmental domains and participation restrictions in age appropriate occupations. Fine motor abilities represent building blocks in performing daily life skills and have been found to be closely connected with later academic success. Moreover, medical and psychological sequelae for cancer inpatients may result in diminished daily activities functioning, poor perceived health related quality of life (HRQOL), and increase the likelihood of long-term impairments. This study examines the variations in the occupational performance of children hospitalized for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) after their participation to a stimulation program designed to enhance fine motor skills. Parents reported significant gains in children's motor functioning, a slight improvement in overall occupational performance related to an increase in the area of productivity and self-care, and a better quality of life perception following the stimulation activities. Feasibility of the stimulation program in a health care setting are discussed evaluating its benefits for cancer children and their families.
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Torpil B, Ekici Çağlar G, Bumin G, Pekçetin S. Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM-TR) for People with Multiple Sclerosis. Occup Ther Health Care 2021; 35:306-317. [PMID: 34126836 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2021.1933673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2020] [Revised: 05/11/2021] [Accepted: 05/19/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) is a generic questionnaire based on a semi-structured interview. We aimed to translate a Turkish version of the COPM (COPM-TR) and assess its reliability and validity. The COPM-TR was administered to 82 participants (42.2 ± 11.6 years and 32.9% of the participants were male) with multiple sclerosis (MS) for convergent validity and reliability analysis. The COPM-TR was administered with the Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life-54 (MSQoL-54), and Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) to determine its convergent validity. Test-retest reliability (a week interval) was assessed by the Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC). There were moderately strong negative correlations between EDSS and performance and satisfaction score of COPM-TR. There were moderately strong positive correlations between MSQoL-54 physical and performance of COPM-TR and moderate positive correlations between MSQoL-54 physical and satisfaction of COPM-TR. Moderate positive correlations found between the MSQoL-54 mental and COPM-TR performance and satisfaction scores. Test re-test reliability of COPM-TR performance indicated excellent reliability. The current study demonstrates that the COPM-TR is a valid and reliable tool for measuring the perceived occupational performance and satisfaction of people with MS.
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- Berkan Torpil
- University of Health Sciences Turkey, Occupational Therapy, Ankara, Turkey
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Marcus H, Schauer C, Zlotkin S. Effect of Anemia on Work Productivity in Both Labor- and Nonlabor-Intensive Occupations: A Systematic Narrative Synthesis. Food Nutr Bull 2021; 42:289-308. [PMID: 33874760 DOI: 10.1177/03795721211006658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Anemia is highly prevalent particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Iron deficiency contributes to an estimated 50% of anemia cases. Iron interventions have become central to global anemia treatment and prevention; however, few iron interventions have been scaled up to the national level, despite their proven effectiveness. While both cross-sectional and interventional studies on the effect of anemia and iron supplementation on worker productivity have been conducted, there have been few systematic reviews conducted. As such, a synthesis of previously conducted primary research is warranted and may provide a more comprehensive overview of the strength of currently available evidence, potentially helping to inform national policy on matters relating to funding and legislation for population-level iron interventions. OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to synthesize available evidence on the effect of both anemia and therapeutic iron interventions on productivity in working adults. METHODS All relevant English language studies were systematically obtained from both MEDLINE and EMBASE and assessed for evidence of differing productivity levels across groups stratified by iron intervention or anemia status. Potential mediating variables were reported, and the results were narratively summarized. RESULTS The available data from 12 included studies provide strong evidence that anemia negatively impacts occupational performance and that therapeutic iron interventions can yield substantial productivity gains. CONCLUSIONS Despite their limitations, these findings make an important contribution to the literature highlighting the impact of iron deficiency and population-wide iron interventions on work productivity and occupational performance.
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- SickKids Centre for Global Child Health, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- SickKids Centre for Global Child Health, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Department of Paediatrics, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Heigl F, Tobler-Ammann B, Villiger PM, Gantschnig BE. Relationship between the perceived burden of suffering and the observed quality of ADL task performance before and after a 12-week pain management programme. Scand J Occup Ther 2021; 29:660-669. [PMID: 33813985 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2021.1903988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE Constant pain causes suffering and affects performance of activities of daily living (ADL). In clients with chronic musculoskeletal pain, we wanted to determine (i) the relationship between the perceived burden of suffering (measured with the Pictorial Representation of Illness and Self Measure (PRISM)) and the observed quality of ADL task performance (measured with the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS)); and (ii) the change in these assessments before and after a 12-week pain programme. METHODS In this cross-sectional cohort study, we retrospectively collected data from participants in a Swiss pain management programme. We calculated the relationship, correlations and effect sizes for the PRISM and AMPS using non-parametric tests. We set the level of significance at α = 0.05. RESULTS Out of 138 clients, 74 participated. We found no significant correlations between the PRISM and AMPS (p = 0.55-0.36), except for the PRISM and AMPS process ability measure after the pain management programme (p = 0.023). Pre-post-correlations of the AMPS and PRISM were significant, with medium to strong effect sizes (-0.48-0.66). CONCLUSION Participation in this pain programme improved both, the PRISM and AMPS scores. The lack of correlation between these assessments in clients with chronic musculoskeletal pain, however, strongly argues for a thorough clinical assessment.
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- Franziska Heigl
- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, University Hospital (Inselspital), and University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic, Plastic and Hand Surgery, Hand Therapy Research Unit, University Hospital (Inselspital) and University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, University Hospital (Inselspital), and University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, University Hospital (Inselspital), and University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.,Institute of Occupational Therapy, School of Health Professions, ZHAW Zürich University of Applied Sciences, Winterthur, Switzerland
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Constraint-induced therapy (CIT) is highly effective yet not accessible to many families. Integrating commercial exergaming in home-based CIT may support the availability and attainability of the intervention. The study compared the effects of supplementary use of Nintendo Wii in home-based CIT with dose-equivalent conventional CIT. Eighteen children with cerebral palsy were randomly assigned to 8 weeks of CIT (CIT) or 4 weeks of CIT, followed by 4 weeks of Wii-augmented CIT (CIT-Wii). Outcome measures included the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (Manual Dexterity), the ABILHAND-Kids, the WeeFIM (Self-Care), the Test of Playfulness, the Engagement Questionnaire, and the Parenting Stress Index-Short Form. Both groups significantly improved motor outcomes and playfulness. The CIT group demonstrated greater improvement in self-care skills, whereas parental stress decreased only in the CIT-Wii group. CIT-Wii yields no significant difference in treatment effects from conventional CIT and may provide psychosocial benefits.
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- Tien-Ni Wang
- School of Occupational Therapy, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- New York University, New York City, USADepartment of Occupational Therapy, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University, New York City, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- School of Occupational Therapy, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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Pihlainen K, Pesola AJ, Helén J, Häkkinen K, Finni T, Ojanen T, Vaara JP, Santtila M, Raitanen J, Kyröläinen H. Training-Induced Acute Neuromuscular Responses to Military Specific Test during a Six-Month Military Operation. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020; 18:E215. [PMID: 33396662 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18010215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Revised: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 12/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Limited data are available regarding strength and endurance training adaptations to occupational physical performance during deployment. This study assessed acute training-induced changes in neuromuscular (electromyography; EMG) and metabolic (blood lactate, BLa) responses during a high-intensity military simulation test (MST), performed in the beginning (PRE) and at the end (POST) of a six-month crisis-management operation. MST time shortened (145 ± 21 vs. 129 ± 16 s, -10 ± 7%, p < 0.001) during the operation. Normalized muscle activity increased from PRE to POST in the hamstring muscles by 87 ± 146% (116 ± 52 vs. 195 ± 139%EMGMVC, p < 0.001) and in the quadriceps by 54 ± 81% (26 ± 8 vs. 40 ± 20%EMGMVC, p < 0.001). In addition, higher acute BLa values were measured after MST during POST. Changes in BLa and EMG suggested an increased neural input and metabolic rate during POST MST, likely leading to faster performance times at the end of the operation. High EMG values throughout the different phases of MST suggested that despite the anaerobic nature of the test, the soldiers were able to maintain their voluntary muscle activation level until the end of the test. This indicates only limited neural fatigue during the two-minute high-intensity military specific performance. While learning effect may explain some part of the improvement in the MST performance times, combined strength and endurance training three times per week may improve neuromuscular performance in occupationally relevant tasks.
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Knutti K, Björklund Carlstedt A, Clasen R, Green D. Impacts of goal setting on engagement and rehabilitation outcomes following acquired brain injury: a systematic review of reviews. Disabil Rehabil 2020; 44:2581-2590. [PMID: 33211986 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1846796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE To appraise and synthesize evidence from previous systematic reviews (SRs) concerning the impacts of goal setting on engagement in the rehabilitation process and on outcomes of participation and occupational performance for individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI). MATERIALS AND METHODS Systematic review of SRs following the preferred reporting items for SRs and meta-analysis guidelines. Sixteen full text articles were assessed for eligibility, from which four were included in the review. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklists for SRs was used to rate quality and risk of bias. RESULTS Four SRs of moderate to high quality included a variety of methodologies. Evidence of moderate quality showed clients' active participation in goal setting had positive impacts on the client and their engagement in the process. Findings suggested that goal-directed interventions, particularly in outpatient rehabilitation, may improve occupational performance. There was some indication that goal setting may support adherence to therapeutic exercises, but relevance to rehabilitation outcomes was less clear. Findings related to participation outcomes were minimal. CONCLUSIONS Goal setting is a complex and multidimensional process. Goal setting may contribute to improved engagement in rehabilitation although few studies explored occupational performance and participation outcomes for individuals with ABI.Implications for rehabilitationActive goal setting may contribute to improved engagement in rehabilitation, however, including individual clients in the goal setting process requires creativity and flexibility on behalf of professionals.A model is presented to promote understanding of the personal and environmental barriers and facilitators that may interact with goal setting approaches to promote engagement in rehabilitation.There is a need for more research exploring impact of active client-centered goal setting on occupational performance and participation outcomes for people with acquired brain injury.
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- Katri Knutti
- Department of Rehabilitation, School of Health and Welfare, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden.,Joint Authority of the Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Rehabilitation, School of Health and Welfare, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden.,School for Occupational Therapy, LVR-Klinikum Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Rehabilitation, School of Health and Welfare, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden.,College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Brunel University London, Uxbridge, UK.,Royal Free Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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Svensson E, Nilsson L. Inter-rater reliability of the assessment of learning powered mobility use, version 2.0, when applied with children and adults engaged in Driving to Learn in a powered wheelchair. Aust Occup Ther J 2020; 68:115-123. [PMID: 33137856 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2020] [Revised: 09/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The Assessment of Learning Powered mobility use (ALP) tool including the ALP instrument and facilitating strategies, was developed for Driving to Learn. This therapeutic intervention aims to provide children and adults who have profound cognitive disabilities with opportunities to learn tool use through powered mobility practise. To allow for longer intervention periods, a partnership was developed between professionals supervising Driving to Learn and persons accompanying children or adults to their practice sessions. Accompanying persons (relatives or assistants) gradually took on shared responsibility for applying the intervention and conducting assessments with the ALP-instrument. The aim of this study was to test the inter-rater reliability of the ALP-instrument version 2.0 as applied in this novel partnership in assessment and intervention. METHOD A psychometric analysis compared pair-wise assessments with the ALP-instrument version 2.0, made independently by professional supervisors and accompanying persons following each Driving to Learn session. Weighted kappa statistic was used to compare the matched pair ordinal data. RESULTS Eight professional supervisors and 22 accompanying persons independently completed assessments with the ALP-instrument after 55 sessions with six children and five adults, who each participated in five Driving to Learn sessions. When the scores from the 55 pairs of assessments were compared, a weighted kappa value of 0.85 was obtained, indicating very good inter-rater reliability between the two rater groups. CONCLUSION The resulting inter-rater reliability suggests that it is reliable to implement the ALP-instrument as part of partnership in intervention between supervisors and accompanying persons. Provision of longer periods of Driving to Learn is possible when those who accompany the child or adult are able to gradually assume responsibility for practice and assessment under the supervision of a professional. This partnership approach enables children and adults with multiple and complex disabilities to practise and learn in accordance with their conditions and needs.
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- Eva Svensson
- Child and Youth Habilitation, Hässleholm, Habilitation & Assistive Technology, Kristianstad, Skåne, Sweden
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- Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science, Health Science Centre, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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Proffitt R, Henderson W, Stupps M, Binder L, Irlmeier B, Knapp E. Feasibility of the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment-BIG Intervention in Stroke. OTJR (Thorofare N J) 2020; 41:40-46. [PMID: 32578496 DOI: 10.1177/1539449220932908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Lee Silverman Voice Treatment-BIG (LSVT BIG) has been used in Parkinson's disease and in two case studies with individuals post-stroke. The purpose of this study was to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary clinical effect of the LSVT BIG program for individuals post-stroke. This study was a waitlist crossover design. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, after 4 weeks, and after crossover. The primary outcomes were feasibility and acceptability; clinical outcomes were also assessed. We contacted 888 potential participants. Of the 35% of individuals who were interested in the study, most were ineligible to participate because they lacked transportation to the clinic. Five individuals were eligible and enrolled in the study. All completed 100% of in-clinic sessions. Four participants rated their occupational performance higher after the LSVT BIG intervention. It is feasible to deliver the LSVT BIG in the chronic stroke population. Individuals who complete the protocol demonstrate clinically relevant improvements.
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Nielsen TL, Nielsen LM. Can strengthening older adults' problem-solving skills through occupational therapy improve their occupational performance? A protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis. Scand J Occup Ther 2020; 28:348-353. [PMID: 32544358 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2020.1775886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Older adults' occupational performance is challenged due to chronic health conditions, aging processes, and deteriorating functioning. Thus, their occupational performance cannot be expected to remain stable in the long term after an occupational therapy intervention. Older adults may therefore need to strengthen their problem-solving skills during occupational therapy not only to solve current occupational performance issues but also to maintain their improvements and deal with new such issues a later point in time. AIMS This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to identify, analyse and present current scientific knowledge about the effectiveness and contents of occupational therapy interventions aimed at improving older adults' occupational performance by strengthening their problem-solving skills. METHODS MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and PsycINFO will be searched systematically to identify trials of occupational therapy interventions aimed at improving older adults' occupational performance by strengthening their problem-solving skills. We will include randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental trials in populations aged 65+. Three reviewers will independently screen and select references, extract data and assess the quality of included studies using the Cochrane Collaboration's risk of bias tool. SIGNIFICANCE The findings can inform and inspire clinical practice and will help to identify the need for further research.
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- Tove Lise Nielsen
- Department of Occupational Therapy, VIA University College, Aarhus, Denmark.,Programme for rehabilitation, VIA University College Research Centre for Health and Welfare Technology, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, VIA University College, Aarhus, Denmark.,Programme for rehabilitation, VIA University College Research Centre for Health and Welfare Technology, Aarhus, Denmark
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Young children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) cope with functional difficulties attributed to executive dysfunction. This study evaluates the feasibility of the Parental Occupational Executive Training (POET) intervention. Parents of 71 children (4-7 years) with ADHD attended 8 to 10 weekly, personally tailored intervention sessions with an occupational therapist. Quantitative and qualitative measures were used to examine feasibility in four indices: parental attendance, adherence, and acceptance, and therapist fidelity. Parental attendance and home-strategy use during daily activities rates were high. Parents identified the occupational performance coaching model's principles as supporting their ability to implement the intervention. Therapists demonstrated high fidelity to the POET's theoretical bases. The POET is a feasible intervention with high parental attendance (98.61%), parental adherence (80.56%-94.44%), and therapist fidelity (100.00%). It can be implemented within child development centers and occupational therapy clinics and leads to parents' increased adherence.
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Despite growing prevalence, research investigating occupational therapy incorporating horses for youth with autism is limited. This study aimed to (a) pilot a screening, evaluation, and intervention protocol of occupational therapy in an equine environment and (b) assess preliminary effects on occupational performance goals, behavior, and social functioning of youth with autism. A multiple baseline single-case experimental design was used. Six youth with autism participated in a no-treatment baseline phase and 10 weeks of intervention. Therapists implemented the intervention with 95% fidelity. Per parent report, participants improved in occupational performance goals, social motivation, and communication; four demonstrated decreased irritability and hyperactivity. This research operationalizes a screening, evaluation, and intervention protocol for occupational therapy in an equine environment, and demonstrates it may improve occupational, behavioral, and social outcomes for youth with autism. Next steps include manualizing the intervention, refining feasibility measures, and implementing a randomized controlled efficacy study.
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- Colorado State University, Fort Collins, USA
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- Colorado State University, Fort Collins, USA
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Yokoi K, Miyai N, Utsumi M, Hattori S, Kurasawa S, Uematsu Y, Arita M. The Relationship Between Meaningful Occupation and Self-Rated Health in Japanese Individuals: The Wakayama Study. Occup Ther Health Care 2020; 34:116-130. [PMID: 32233929 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2020.1746469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2019] [Revised: 03/17/2020] [Accepted: 03/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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In this study, we conducted a quantitative cross-sectional evaluation of the relationships between self-related health and occupational form, occupational performance, and occupational satisfaction. The participants were 675 community-dwelling subjects (283 men, 392 women) who completed a self-administered questionnaire. From this data, we performed a multiple logistic regression analysis using the high and low values of self-rated health as the dependent variables and the characteristics of occupational form, occupational performance, and occupational satisfaction as the independent variables. There were three analysis models: Model 1, which mutually adjusted for all the independent variables; Model 2, with adjustment of the basic attributes, in addition to the first model; and Model 3, which was based on Model 2, but also adjusted for diseases. In all three models, high self-rated health was significantly correlated with high occupational performance scores. These findings confirmed that supporting occupational performance improvement is useful for improving self-rated health.
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- Katsushi Yokoi
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Morinomiya University of Medical Sciences, Osaka-shi, Japan
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- School of Health and Nursing Science, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama-shi, Japan
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- School of Health and Nursing Science, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama-shi, Japan
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- School of Health and Nursing Science, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama-shi, Japan
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Kansai University of Welfare Sciences, Kashiwara-shi, Japan
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- School of Health and Nursing Science, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama-shi, Japan
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- Sumiya Rehabilitation Hospital, Wakayama-shi, Japan
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Rijpkema C, Duijts SFA, Stuiver MM. Reasons for and outcome of occupational therapy consultation and treatment in the context of multidisciplinary cancer rehabilitation; a historical cohort study. Aust Occup Ther J 2020; 67:260-268. [PMID: 32056221 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2019] [Revised: 01/09/2020] [Accepted: 01/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to investigate reasons why people consulted an occupational therapist following cancer treatment, and to examine the outcome of occupational therapy interventions, in the context of multidisciplinary rehabilitation. METHODS Data from 181 patients were collected retrospectively. The International Classification of Human Functioning and Health (ICF) was used to describe the reasons for occupational therapy consultation. Patients had completed the Canadian Occupational Performance Measurement (COPM) before and after the occupational therapy intervention. Change scores were calculated with a 95% confidence interval and a two-sided p-value obtained from a paired t-test. RESULTS The reasons for occupational therapy consultation were predominantly within the ICF domain "Activities and Participation". On average, patients improved 3.0 points (95% CI 2.8-3.2) on the performance scale of the COPM, and 3.4 points (95% CI 3.2-3.7) on the satisfaction scale (both: p = <.001). CONCLUSION The result of this study supports the added value of occupational therapy to cancer rehabilitation, and emphasise the positive effect of occupational therapy on everyday functioning. Controlled clinical studies are needed to strengthen the evidence.
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- Corine Rijpkema
- Centre for Quality of Life, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice and Elderly Care Medicine, University of Groningen, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands.,Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health research institute, UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Centre for Quality of Life, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.,Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Wagman P, Hjärthag F, Håkansson C, Hedin K, Gunnarsson AB. Factors associated with higher occupational balance in people with anxiety and/or depression who require occupational therapy treatment. Scand J Occup Ther 2019; 28:426-432. [PMID: 31838931 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2019.1693626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anxiety and depressive disorders are associated with problems with everyday occupations, including difficulties achieving occupational balance. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to describe occupational balance in people suffering from anxiety and/or depression and the factors that are associated with better self-rated occupational balance. MATERIAL One hundred and eighteen participants were recruited from outpatient mental health care and primary health care. The participants were 18-65 years, had a diagnosis of anxiety and/or depression, and had problems in everyday occupations. They answered questionnaires on occupational balance, psychological symptoms, quality of life and everyday occupations. RESULTS A generally low rating of occupational balance was found; however, the scores differed depending on the participants' degree of anxiety and depression, their quality of life, their occupational performance and satisfaction with their occupational performance. Logistic regression analyses revealed that high quality of life, high satisfaction with occupational performance and low level of depression were associated to occupational balance. CONCLUSION The results indicate that enhanced satisfaction with life and with performance of everyday occupations are relevant factors for achieving occupational balance in clients diagnosed with anxiety and/or depression. SIGNIFICANCE The results will be valuable for professionals working to support their clients in enhancing their occupational balance.
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- Petra Wagman
- School of Health and Welfare, Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden
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- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Karlstad University, Karlstad, Sweden
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- Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Futurum, Region Jönköping County and Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.,Department of Clinical Sciences in Malmö, Family Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Department of Research and Development, Kronoberg County Council, Växjö, Sweden.,Department of Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Oliver RA, Cancio JM, Rábago CA, Yancosek KE. Impact of Fire Arms Training in a Virtual Reality Environment on Occupational Performance (Marksmanship) in a Polytrauma Population. Mil Med 2019; 184:832-838. [PMID: 30793181 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usz010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2018] [Revised: 01/08/2019] [Accepted: 01/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Polytrauma, to include major limb amputation, in a military population presents unique rehabilitation challenges with the overarching goal of restoring function leading to the primary question, "Is this Service Member (SM) capable of returning to duty following rehabilitation?" The US military has a vested interest in maximizing injured SMs occupational performance to allow for return to duty. The purpose of this report is to describe marksmanship (shot grouping and weapon qualification) and return to duty outcomes following a course of VRE-based firearm training in a polytrauma patient population. METHODS The medical records, stored in the Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA), of all patients who received rehabilitative care at the Center for the Intrepid (CFI) to include VRE-based firearms training between 01OCT2015 and 01AUG2016 were manually reviewed for inclusion. Subjects included all adult (18 years and older) SMs (active duty at time of admission) with a diagnosis of polytrauma who had been referred to and treated (received additional services such as physical and or occupational therapy) at the CFI. Approval for this research was received from the Brooke Army Medical Center Department of Clinical Investigation Office of the Institutional Review Board. RESULTS Medical records of 30 SMs with a polytrauma diagnosis met the inclusion criteria. Mean shot group sizes for the M9 and M4 weapon decreased between initial and post training time points for the M9 zero (p = 0.009) and M4 zero (p = 0.020). There was no significant difference between initial and post training time points at the other shooting distances with either weapon. There was an 89% qualification rate for both the M9 (n = 18) and M4 (n = 19) weapons for those who attempted qualification; 43% of the population (n = 13) did not attempt qualification with either weapon. CONCLUSION SMs with polytrauma demonstrated a high rate of weapon qualification (accuracy) following VRE-based firearm training. Shot group size (precision) at short distances with a M9 pistol and M4 rifle also improved with training. While overall marksmanship appeared to improve, high return to duty rates were not directly related to firearm training or marksmanship. Future efforts need to focus on consistent clinical documentation of firearm training procedure and the establishment of psychometric properties for marksmanship outcome measures.
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- Robert A Oliver
- 85th Medical Detachment Combat Stress Control, 21st Combat Support Hospital, 1st Medical Brigade, 33020 Tank Destroyer and 72nd, Ft Hood TX
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- Center for the Intrepid, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, 3551 Roger Brooke Drive, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX.,Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, 3551 Roger Brooke Drive, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX
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- Center for the Intrepid, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, 3551 Roger Brooke Drive, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX.,Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, 3551 Roger Brooke Drive, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX
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- Center for the Intrepid, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, 3551 Roger Brooke Drive, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX
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Sampedro Pilegaard M, la Cour K, Brandt Å, Lozano-Lozano M, Gregersen Oestergaard L. Impact of pain, fatigue and dyspnoea on occupational performance in people with advanced cancer: A longitudinal study. Scand J Occup Ther 2019; 27:507-516. [PMID: 31729272 DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2019.1690042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Background: Pain, fatigue and dyspnoea are symptoms commonly experienced by people with advanced cancer, which may impact on their occupational performance. It is not known whether these symptoms impact their occupational performance over time.Objective: To examine correlation between pain, fatigue and dyspnoea and occupational performance and the impact of such symptoms on occupational performance over time in people with advanced cancer.Material and Methods: A longitudinal study was conducted including 242 participants assessed at baseline and after six and 12 weeks. Spearman's rank-order test and mixed linear models were performed.Results: The correlation between pain, fatigue and dyspnoea and occupational performance at baseline spanned from trivial to moderate (Spearman's rho: -0.004 to 0.34). Only pain had a statistically significant impact on activities of daily living (ADL) motor ability over time (p = 0.01). Participants with no pain problems had the largest decrease in ADL motor ability (-0.24 logits (95%-CI: -0.37 to -0.12)), but the observed decrease was not clinically relevant (≥-0.30).Conclusion: Pain, fatigue and dyspnoea did not seem to highly correlate with occupational performance or impact occupational performance over time of people with advanced cancer.
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- Marc Sampedro Pilegaard
- The Research Initiative of Activity Studies and Occupational Therapy, Research Unit of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Odense C, Denmark.,REHPA, the Danish Knowledge Centre for Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Odense University Hospital, Nyborg, Denmark.,Odense Patient Data Explorative Network, Odense University Hospital, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- REHPA, the Danish Knowledge Centre for Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Odense University Hospital, Nyborg, Denmark
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- The Research Initiative of Activity Studies and Occupational Therapy, Research Unit of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Odense C, Denmark
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- The Department of Physical Therapy, University of Granada, Granada, Spain.,The "Cuídate", Support Unit for Oncology Patients (UAPO), Granada, Spain.,Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, The Sport and Health Joint University Institute (IMUDS), Granada, Spain
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- The Research Initiative of Activity Studies and Occupational Therapy, Research Unit of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Odense C, Denmark.,Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus C, Denmark.,Centre of Research in Rehabilitation (CORIR), Aarhus University Hospital and Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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PURPOSE This study explored the impact of a 12-week stroke self-management program on occupational performance, the role of self-efficacy on improving occupational performance and the potential barriers and facilitators to self-efficacy as reported by clients and careers. MATERIALS AND METHODS Participants (n = 40) were recruited to participate in a self-management program after admission to hospital with diagnosis of stroke. A pre-post study was conducted and data were obtained from participants using: the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure, Stroke Self-efficacy Questionnaire, and semi-structured interviews with five participants and two careers. Data analysis was conducted using parametric statistics and thematic analysis. RESULTS Significant improvements were observed in occupational performance (t = 11.2; p = 0.001) and satisfaction (t = 9.7; p = 0.001). Self-efficacy was shown to be a significant mediator to improvements in occupational performance (F = 7.08; p < 0.01) and satisfaction (F = 6.52; p = 0.02). Three key barriers and facilitators emerged from the thematic analysis: "Support in making the transition home," "Getting back to normal," and "Reflecting on shared experiences." CONCLUSIONS Engagement in a stroke-specific self-management program can improve client-perceived occupational performance and satisfaction. Self-efficacy was shown to be a mediating variable to occupational performance improvements. Future research should explore further the facilitatory strategies of self-efficacy during stroke self-management programs to maximize rehabilitation outcomes.Implications for rehabilitationMulti-modal self-management programs are recommended as effective for improving client-perceived occupational performance of people who have experienced stroke.Returning to valued occupations, goal setting, shared experiences, and local support are recommended components of a self-management program for stroke survivors.Focusing on enhancing client confidence, competence, and self-efficacy is recommended to achieve occupational performance gains through self-management.Occupational therapy coaching is recommended to guide participants through the self-management processes of goal-setting, shared problem-solving, performance evaluation, and reflection.
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- Melissa Nott
- School of Community Health, Charles Sturt University, Albury, Australia
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Albury-Wodonga Health, Wodonga, Australia
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Albury-Wodonga Health, Wodonga, Australia
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- Wagga Wagga Health Service, Ambulatory Rehabilitation Service, Wagga Wagga, Australia
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- School of Community Health, Charles Sturt University, Albury, Australia
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- School of Community Health, Charles Sturt University, Albury, Australia
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