The purpose of an occupational therapy student being placed within the home modification and assistive technology departments was to address the need regarding follow-up about the effectiveness of services and how products...
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most lethal cancers, with most patients dying within the first 5 years after diagnosis. Frequently it arises from cells in the pancreatic ducts (pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma) and often fails...
Caregivers and parents of children with disabilities face barriers to participation in spiritual settings and community events. Families accepted into church environments have been shown to have increased participation and...
After experiencing a life-altering diagnosis, individuals often have difficulty re-establishing their occupational identity (Scaffa, Reitz, & Pizzi, 2010). When individuals are discharged from the rehabilitation hospital, they...
Recent studies have shown potential for acutely improving athletic performance utilizing post-activation potentiation (PAP) activities. When sets, repetitions, recovery, and intensity are specified, PAP may result in more...
Dual credit courses are a proven model for helping more Indiana students graduate from high school prepared to succeed in college and the workforce (Indiana Commission for Higher Education [ICHE], 2021; U.S. Department of...
The purpose of this Doctoral Capstone Experience was to expand the pediatric program at a rural outpatient center by increasing awareness of the role occupational therapy plays with children, increasing appropriate referrals,...
Hippotherapy is a unique treatment tool used by occupational, physical, and speech therapists to meet patients' functional goals. Hippotherapy requires several individuals to facilitate a successful and safe session and...
The purpose of this study was to examine parent perceptions of early intervention services in the Fort Wayne area. After the completion of a needs assessment, it was determined there was a lack of communication among therapy...