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The impact of semantic dementia on everyday actions : evidence from an ecological study
(Cambridge University Press, 2012-11-19)
In theory, semantic memory may trigger and support the execution of everyday activities. This study explored this question by comparing three patients with semantic dementia to 40 normal controls performing different ...
Slow and faster post-stroke walkers have a different trunk progression and braking impulse during gait
(Elsevier, 2018-12-26)
Background
Braking forces absorbed by the leading paretic limb are greater than expected with regard to gait speed and not correlated with propulsive forces generated by the non-paretic limb in individuals with severe ...
Exploring factors influencing occupational therapists’ perception of patients’ rehabilitation potential after acquired brain injury
(Wiley, 2016-09-21)
Background/aim
Clinical practice guidelines advocate for early involvement of rehabilitation professionals in screening acquired brain injury patients’ rehabilitation needs and determining the required rehabilitation ...
Instruments to evaluate mobility capacity of older adults during hospitalization : a systematic review
(Elsevier, 2017-05-27)
Independent mobility is a key factor in predicting morbidity and determining hospital discharge readiness for older patients. The main objective was identify and appraise relevant instruments for the measurement of mobility ...
Lower limb joint moments on the fast belt contribute to a reduction of step length asymmetry over ground after split-belt treadmill training in stroke : a pilot study
(Taylor and Francis, 2018-10-25)
The main goal was to investigate changes in muscle activity and joint moments related to step length (SL) symmetry improvements in individuals poststroke following repeated split-belt treadmill (SBT) walking. Twelve ...
Occupational therapy students’ experience with using a journal in fieldwork and factors influencing its use
(Routledge, 2018-12-05)
The aims of this study were to (1) describe journal use in occupational therapy fieldwork and students’ preferences regarding use, and (2) document factors that influence this use. We used a mixed method design: Quantitative ...
Perceived risks and benefits of hippotherapy among parents of children currently engaged in or waiting for hippotherapy : a pilot study
(Taylor and Francis, 2017-04-05)
Objective: Explore the perceived risks and benefits of hippotherapy among parents of children currently engaged in or waiting rehabilitation using hippotherapy. Method: Phenomenological qualitative exploratory pilot study. ...
Social circus program (Cirque du Soleil) promoting social participation of young people living with physical disabilities in transition to adulthood : a qualitative pilot study
(Taylor and Francis, 2018-05-29)
Purpose: To explore the perceived impact of a social circus program on the participation level of young adults’ living with physical disabilities from their own and their parents’ perspective.
Method: Exploratory ...
Development and pilot testing of a measure of potential barriers and facilitators to the use of a standardized assessment tool
(Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins & Wiley, 2018)
Introduction:
Standardized assessment tools (SATs) are essential to evidence-based assessment practices. Identifying what impedes clinicians' use of a SAT can help tailor strategies promoting its use in clinical practice. ...
Post-acute care referral and inpatient rehabilitation admission criteria for persons with brain injury across two Canadian provinces
(Taylor and Francis, 2016-12-15)
Purpose: Investigate health care providers’ perceptions of referral and admission criteria to
brain injury inpatient rehabilitation in two Canadian provinces.
Methods: Health care providers (n=345) from brain injury ...