Ask Your Patient About the Picture on Their Wall: The Power of Connection in Occupational Therapy
Sometimes the most meaningful part of an occupational therapy session begins with a simple question. Learn how asking about a picture on your patient's wall can help build rapport, establish trust, and uncover the activities that matter most to them.
Grip Strength and Fall Prevention: Why This Simple Measure Matters More Than You Think
When we think about fall prevention, we typically think about balance, lower-body strength, mobility, vision, medications, and the home environment.
But what about grip strength?
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Prevent UTIs in Older Adults
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections affecting older adults. While many people think of antibiotics as the primary treatment, prevention often begins with something much simpler—our daily routines.
Occupational therapists (OTs) play an important role in helping older adults maintain independence with everyday activities that can reduce the risk of developing a UTI. By addressing mobility, self-care, cognition, hydration, and the home environment, OT can help support healthy bladder habits while improving overall quality of life.
Let's explore how.