Review
Clinical Neurology
Bridget Burton, Megan Isaacs, Emily Brogan, Kirstine Shrubsole, Monique F. Kilkenny, Emma Power, Erin Godecke, Dominique A. Cadilhac, David Copland, Sarah J. Wallace
Summary: The aim of this study was to identify and evaluate high-quality stroke guidelines that can inform aphasia management. We identified 9 high-quality guidelines and extracted 82 recommendations for aphasia management. Most recommendations were aphasia-related, but there were gaps in aphasia-specific recommendations in the areas of accessing community supports, return to work and leisure, driving, and interprofessional practice.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Sarah M. Schwab, Sarah Dugan, Michael A. Riley
Summary: Mobility and speech-language impairments in adults with neurological conditions do not manifest in isolated anatomical components, but are task-dependent and require interprofessional care for optimization. Despite the benefits of cotreatment between physical therapists and speech-language pathologists, there are still limitations in this collaboration. Enhanced cotreatment and collaboration between these disciplines can improve function and task-relevant conditions.
Article
Rehabilitation
Kathleen Webler, Julia Carpenter, Valerie Hamilton, Miriam Rafferty, Leora R. Cherney
Summary: This study aimed to investigate dysphagia in patients recovering from SARS-CoV-2 by summarizing clinical swallow evaluation and videofluoroscopic swallow study findings.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Rehabilitation
Adam R. Kinney, Kelly A. Stearns-Yoder, Adam S. Hoffberg, Addie Middleton, Jennifer A. Weaver, Eric J. Roseen, Lisa A. Juckett, Lisa A. Brenner
Summary: This study synthesized data to identify the barriers and facilitators of adopting evidence-based occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT) interventions in real-world practice. It also examined whether there were differences in adoption determinants across disciplines, settings, and use of theoretical frameworks. The findings can inform efforts to improve the quality of OT and PT and enhance patient outcomes.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Annabelle Vaughan, Anna Copley, Anna Miles
Summary: This study explored the current practice and roles, attitudes, and perceptions of allied health professionals working with people with Central Facial Palsy (CFP). Results showed that Speech-Language Pathologists often lead the management of CFP, but face barriers such as lack of training and resources. Recommendations include increased training, more evidence, clinical practice guidelines, and resources to improve access to rehabilitation for people with CFP.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Bazah M. Almubark, Nabat Majrashi, Norah Alghusun, Mohammed Alhammad, Faisal Alhthifi, Reem S. W. Alyahya
Summary: This article discusses the importance and development of telehealth in the field of rehabilitation services, especially in the emerging field in the Middle East. The specially developed telehealth practice guide will play a crucial role in providing tele-rehabilitation services efficiently.
TELEMEDICINE AND E-HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Marie-Christine Halle, Andre Bussieres, Liliane Asseraf-Pasin, Caroline Storr, Susanne Mak, Kelly Root, Aliki Thomas
Summary: The study explored faculty and preceptors' experiences and perceptions of teaching evidence-based practice in rehabilitation professions, revealing a lack of consensus on the concept, the complexity of EBP challenging teaching practices, and the impact of connections and divides between research and practice. Improving collaboration between faculty and preceptors is essential for more effective EBP training programs in rehabilitation.
ADVANCES IN HEALTH SCIENCES EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Catherine Lepage, Louis-Pierre Auger, Annie Rochette
Summary: This study explored occupational therapists' perceptions regarding the factors influencing their practice in the domain of sexuality. The study identified intrinsic factors of occupational therapists, contextual and process factors of practice, as well as client factors that impact their practice. Several influencing factors like perception of skill level, interdisciplinary collaboration, culture/language, and client openness to sexuality were prioritized. The study concluded the need for development of training tools to support clinical practice and overcome the barriers faced by occupational therapists in discussing sexuality with their clients.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Oscar Rodriguez-Nogueira, Raquel Leiros-Rodriguez, Arrate Pinto-Carral, Ma Jose Alvarez-Alvarez, Jaume Morera-Balaguer, Antonio R. Moreno-Poyato
Summary: This study aimed to quantify burnout and competence for evidence-based practice among Spanish physical therapists and found a discrete relationship between the two. Factors such as attitude, practice for evidence-based practice, educational level, and experience were identified to have the greatest influence on burnout. Evidence-based practice was shown to potentially improve the lack of personal accomplishment associated with burnout.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Marie-Christine Halle, Andre Bussieres, Liliane Asseraf-Pasin, Caroline Storr, Susanne Mak, Kelly Root, Heather Owens, Fatima Amari, Aliki Thomas
Summary: This study aimed to identify strategies to support the development of evidence-based practice (EBP) competencies among students in occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), and speech-language pathology (S-LP) programs. The top strategies identified in OT/PT included developing a flexible definition of EBP and providing clinicians with more access to teaching content. In S-LP, the top strategies were providing students with decision-making opportunities with experienced clinicians and increasing interactions between faculty and preceptors.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaoying Zhang, Zuliyaer Talifu, Jianjun Li, Xiaobing Li, Feng Yu
Summary: Music-based melodic intonation therapy (MIT) shows promise as a treatment for non-fluent aphasia after stroke, with positive effects on reorganization and activation of the arcuate fasciculus in the brain.
Article
Rehabilitation
Belinda J. Lawford, Rana S. Hinman, Renata Morello, Kathryn Oliver, Alicia Spittle, Kim L. Bennell
Summary: The study aimed to compare perceptions of telephone and video-delivered allied health care for adults with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results showed generally positive experiences with telehealth, with no differences in satisfaction between phone and video modalities or across allied health professions. However, some users still faced challenges with technology use and communication.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Nahar Albudoor, Elizabeth D. Pena
Summary: This study investigated the factors influencing speech and language therapists' (SLTs) use of technology in clinical practice. The results showed that subjective norms and attitudes directly predicted the intention to use technology, while perceived usefulness and ease of use indirectly predicted the intention to use technology. Survey respondents reported using technology during approximately 48% of their overall weekly work hours.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
A. Volkmer, J. Cartwright, L. Ruggero, A. Beales, J. Gallee, S. Grasso, M. Henry, R. Jokel, J. Kindell, R. Khayum, M. Pozzebon, E. Rochon, C. Taylor-Rubin, R. Townsend, F. Walker, S. Beeke, D. Hersh
Summary: This study aims to establish the philosophy of expert practice and a set of best practice principles when working with PPA patients.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Raymond Fong, Chun Fung Tsai, Oi Yan Yiu
Summary: The study investigates the accelerated emergence of telepractice in speech language pathology during the COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong, highlighting the differences in provision compared to other countries. Results show that the majority of speech therapists lack training in telepractice and perceive it as less effective than face-to-face services, with unsuitable patient types and ages being a significant barrier to implementation.
TELEMEDICINE AND E-HEALTH
(2021)
Editorial Material
Orthopedics
Jennifer H. Kahn, Rachel Tappan, Christopher P. Newman, Phyllis Palma, Wendy Romney, Eileen Tseng Stultz, Candy Tefertiller, Cara Leone Weisbach
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Carolyn L. Rochester, Jennifer A. Alison, Brian Carlin, Alex R. Jenkins, Narelle S. Cox, Gerene Bauldoff, Surya P. Bhatt, Jean Bourbeau, Chris Burtin, Pat G. Camp, Thomas M. Cascino, Grace Anne Dorney Koppel, Chris Garvey, Roger Goldstein, Drew Harris, Linzy Houchen-Wolloff, Trina Limberg, Peter K. Lindenauer, Marilyn L. Moy, Christopher J. Ryerson, Sally J. Singh, Michael Steiner, Rachel S. Tappan, Abebaw M. Yohannes, Anne E. Holland
Summary: This study aims to provide evidence-based pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) for patients with chronic respiratory disease. Clinical recommendations were formulated for specific patient groups and treatment models, recommending PR for stable COPD, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary hypertension. The study also suggests center-based or telerehabilitation options and supervised maintenance PR or usual care after initial PR for COPD patients.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RESPIRATORY AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Rachel S. Tappan, Jennifer R. Ettinger, Delaney Mahon, Sarah E. Mroz, Walter Hall, Estelle Maajid, Chelsea Stratton, Denise Trotter Zynda, David E. Conroy, Margaret Danilovich
Summary: This study describes the development of a physical activity counseling intervention for people with chronic respiratory disease using the Health Action Process Approach. The intervention was developed through collaboration with a diverse stakeholder team and showed high acceptability among stakeholders.
PILOT AND FEASIBILITY STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
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