Advocate Health - Midwest Library books, journals and other resources for physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists
Complementary Health Approaches for Occupational Therapists by Brittany FerriComplementary Health Approaches for Occupational Therapists provides practitioners and students with foundational knowledge on complementary and integrative health. This guide is a great asset for occupational therapy students at the graduate level and practicing therapists wanting to incorporate these modalities into their treatment or to gain information regarding new trends in practice. Introductory information is provided on more than 30 complementary and alternative modalities, including acupuncture, aquatic therapy, massage therapy, and tai chi.
Publication Date: 2021
Occupational Therapy for Older People by Christian Pozzi, Alessandro Lanzoni, et al1st edition - This book focuses on evidence-based occupational therapy in the care of older adults in different clinical settings, from home to acute hospital, from intensive care unit to rehabilitation centers and nursing homes. It highlights the key role of occupational therapy in the management of frail patients, including critically ill older patients and persons with dementia, and describes in detail how to maintain occupational therapy interventions across different settings to avoid the fragmentation of care.
Publication Date: 2020
Occupational Therapy in Acute Care by Helene Smith-Gabai, Suzanne E. Holm2nd edition - Occupational Therapy in Acute Care, written collaboratively by occupational therapists with acute care and teaching experience, is designed for practitioners working in a hospital setting and others seeking to learn more about this important but often overlooked area of practice. Illustrated chapters offer an understanding of the various bodily systems, common conditions, diseases, procedures, and typical medical management and how they relate to occupational therapy practice.
Publication Date: 2017
Primary Care Occupational Therapy by Sue Dahl-Popolizio, Katie Smith, et al1st edition - Healthcare is shifting towards a holistic, whole person approach to improve population health, decrease cost of care, and improve patient, and provider experiences. Occupational therapy (OT) is uniquely positioned to add their distinct whole person mental/behavioral health and medical care scope and skill to these teams to address patient needs. As this is an emerging practice area for OT, and no guidelines specific to primary care exist, this book will be a first of its kind text for occupational therapy practitioners (OTP) in primary care settings.
Publication Date: 2023
Pediatric Hand Therapy by Joshua M. Abzug, Scott H. Kozin, et alGet a quick, expert overview of optimal therapeutic interventions for pediatric patients with musculoskeletal conditions of the hand. This concise resource offers practical recommendations and guidelines along with key background information, for a well-rounded, concise perspective on hand therapy for children. Covers a range of musculoskeletal conditions, including: congenital disorders, joint disorders, neuromuscular disorders, sports-related injuries, and trauma. - Includes supporting background information, including an overview of embryology, intrauterine diagnosis, and physical functional development. - Covers complementary, practical, and clinical approaches, including orthotic intervention and prosthetics.