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View article: Management of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome with an erector spinae plane block in the emergency department
Management of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome with an erector spinae plane block in the emergency department Open
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is characterized by recurrent nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain among patients with chronic cannabis use. Emergency department (ED) management is often difficult, as conventional analgesics and ant…
View article: Definition and measurement of functional first web space: A scoping review
Definition and measurement of functional first web space: A scoping review Open
Introduction The first web space of hands has been understood to be important in daily activities involving the motions of cylindrical grasp and pinch. However, surgical and rehabilitation decision-making based on first web deficiency is c…
View article: Upper limb participation after brachial plexus birth injury from childhood to young adulthood: A qualitative study
Upper limb participation after brachial plexus birth injury from childhood to young adulthood: A qualitative study Open
There is emerging evidence from patient-reported questionnaires that participation restrictions related to employment, parenting, and leisure pursuits emerge in adulthood after a brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI). However, little is know…
View article: Anatomy Learning Outcomes in Occupational Therapy: Impact of Prior Coursework
Anatomy Learning Outcomes in Occupational Therapy: Impact of Prior Coursework Open
Background: To address the learning needs of student Occupational Therapists with diverse academic backgrounds, educators must understand the factors that influence anatomy academic outcomes. Purpose: To compare anatomy learning outcomes o…
View article: Patient reported outcomes in brachial plexus birth injury: results from the iPLUTO world‐wide consensus survey
Patient reported outcomes in brachial plexus birth injury: results from the iPLUTO world‐wide consensus survey Open
International specialists in BPBI agree that PRO measures are important to use both clinically and in research in children aged 5 years and above.
View article: Patient reported outcomes in brachial plexus birth injury: results from the iPLUTO world‐wide consensus survey
Patient reported outcomes in brachial plexus birth injury: results from the iPLUTO world‐wide consensus survey Open
Brachial plexus birth injuries (BPBI) can have lifelong effects on the development and functional use of the upper extremity. Currently there is no agreement with regards to what patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures should be used. Ther…
View article: Student Critical Self-Reflection and Perceptions of Video-Based Pro-Section Computer-Assisted Instruction
Student Critical Self-Reflection and Perceptions of Video-Based Pro-Section Computer-Assisted Instruction Open
Introduction The cost, high resource demands, and psychological significance of in-person cadaveric labs are barriers to their use. Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) of gross anatomy is widely available as an alternative option. However,…
View article: Mental health and psychosocial support for children with upper limb musculoskeletal conditions
Mental health and psychosocial support for children with upper limb musculoskeletal conditions Open
This study describes mental health and psychosocial screening processes, access to care and interventions provided to children with upper limb musculoskeletal conditions. A cross-sectional e-survey study was conducted of 107 healthcare pro…
View article: Appraising occupational therapy students' perceptions of virtual reality as a pedagogical innovation
Appraising occupational therapy students' perceptions of virtual reality as a pedagogical innovation Open
Virtual reality (VR) offers a forum for a person to immerse themselves in an artificial world. Despite the emergence of VR as a teaching tool, a strong base to understand the pedagogical impact of VR within post-secondary education is abse…
View article: Gross and Applied Anatomy Pedagogical Approaches in Occupational Therapy Education: A Scoping Review
Gross and Applied Anatomy Pedagogical Approaches in Occupational Therapy Education: A Scoping Review Open
Introduction. With technological advancements, anatomy teaching approaches in occupational therapy education have expanded. However, uncertainty remains regarding the approaches that best optimize academic and practice outcomes in student …
View article: Elucidating children’s understanding of brachial plexus birth injury
Elucidating children’s understanding of brachial plexus birth injury Open
Facilitating children’s understanding of their medical condition can improve health outcomes and psychosocial well-being. To inform how medical information is delivered, an interpretive qualitative approach was used to explore children’s u…
View article: Intersection of physical and mental health of youth with brachial plexus birth injuries: A qualitative study
Intersection of physical and mental health of youth with brachial plexus birth injuries: A qualitative study Open
Introduction Youth with brachial plexus birth injuries (BPBI) have an increased risk of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and diminished self-confidence. Despite this evidence, current standards of care focus on physical in…
View article: Comparison of Surgical Wait Times and Procedure Length in the Management of Postaxial Polydactyly Using Local or General Anesthesia
Comparison of Surgical Wait Times and Procedure Length in the Management of Postaxial Polydactyly Using Local or General Anesthesia Open
Introduction: For infants with ulnar polydactyly, surgical removal of the supernumerary digit can be performed under general or local anesthetic. This study evaluated the wait times, surgical duration, and sedation times associated with pe…
View article: Gross and applied anatomy pedagogical approaches in occupational therapy education: protocol for a scoping review
Gross and applied anatomy pedagogical approaches in occupational therapy education: protocol for a scoping review Open
Introduction Historically, dissection is considered the ‘gold standard’ for teaching foundational anatomy to student occupational therapists. However, many programmes no longer have access to gross anatomy laboratory resources, as it is co…
View article: 105. Long Term Surgical and Patient Reported Outcomes After Cross Face Nerve Graft Reconstruction in Pediatric Facial Paralysis
105. Long Term Surgical and Patient Reported Outcomes After Cross Face Nerve Graft Reconstruction in Pediatric Facial Paralysis Open
Purpose: Free functioning muscle transfer is the gold standard for pediatric facial paralysis reconstruction and using the contralateral facial nerve for neurotization via a cross face nerve graft enables spontaneous smile restoration. Out…
View article: Academic Achievement in School-Aged Children with Single Suture Craniosynostosis Over Time
Academic Achievement in School-Aged Children with Single Suture Craniosynostosis Over Time Open
Introduction: Children with single suture craniosynostosis (SSC) are at risk for neurocognitive problems. The reported magnitude of differences between children with SSC and their normative peers on standardized tests of academic and intel…
View article: QS2: Outcomes Of Pediatric Dynamic Facial Reanimation After Two Decades
QS2: Outcomes Of Pediatric Dynamic Facial Reanimation After Two Decades Open
Purpose: Pediatric facial paralysis has substantial functional consequences in a growing child including impaired quality of life. Microneurovascular facial reanimation is the gold standard for smile reconstruction; however, quantitative d…
View article: Can We Reach a Consensus on the Appropriate Use of Before and After Photos in Breast Surgery?
Can We Reach a Consensus on the Appropriate Use of Before and After Photos in Breast Surgery? Open
Background: Breast surgery is an area of practice where patients value before and after photographs (BAPs). Consensus is needed to develop guidelines to address the deficit in the literature regarding appropriate use of BAPs, as these may …
View article: Impact of Before and After Photographs on Parents of Children With Cleft Lip
Impact of Before and After Photographs on Parents of Children With Cleft Lip Open
Introduction: Cleft lip with or without palate (CL/P) is a common facial deformity requiring surgical intervention whose aesthetic outcomes are typically represented by Before and After Photographs (BAPhotos). With the growing presence of …
View article: Animated Analysis: Drawing Deeper Analytical Insights From Qualitative Data
Animated Analysis: Drawing Deeper Analytical Insights From Qualitative Data Open
While participant-created drawings in arts-based health research, used as a process of producing knowledge are well known, similar approaches with researcher-created drawings are less common. This article describes the journey of how resea…
View article: Analysis of Plastic Surgery Consultations in a High-Volume Paediatric Emergency Department: A Quality Improvement Initiative
Analysis of Plastic Surgery Consultations in a High-Volume Paediatric Emergency Department: A Quality Improvement Initiative Open
Introduction: Consult services influence emergency department (ED) workflow. Prolonged ED length of stay (LOS) correlates with ED overcrowding and as a consequence decreased quality of care and satisfaction of health team professionals. To…
View article: Revision Surgery Following Gracilis Transplantation for Pediatric Facial Reanimation
Revision Surgery Following Gracilis Transplantation for Pediatric Facial Reanimation Open
PURPOSE: Management of pediatric patients with facial paralysis is challenging, and numerous surgical techniques have been described for smile reconstruction. A free gracilis muscle transfer innervated by a cross-face nerve graft (CFNG) fr…
View article: Surgery and Conservative Management of Camptodactyly in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review
Surgery and Conservative Management of Camptodactyly in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review Open
Camptodactyly is a pediatric hand condition, the treatment of which remains controversial. The authors’ aim was to improve patient care through clarifying the definition of camptodactyly and indications for surgical and/or conservative man…
View article: Le Fort III in Syndromic Craniosynostosis: Cost Comparison of Distraction Osteogenesis Versus Single-Stage Internal Fixation Techniques
Le Fort III in Syndromic Craniosynostosis: Cost Comparison of Distraction Osteogenesis Versus Single-Stage Internal Fixation Techniques Open
Purpose: In syndromic craniosynostosis, the Le Fort III osteotomy is used to correct dental/skeletal imbalance, improve exorbitism, and increase the airway. The purpose of this study is to perform a cost comparison between the standard tec…
View article: Evaluation of Long-term Outcomes of Facial Sensation following Cranial Vault Reconstruction for Craniosynostosis
Evaluation of Long-term Outcomes of Facial Sensation following Cranial Vault Reconstruction for Craniosynostosis Open
Background: Cranial vault reshaping to correct craniosynostosis in infants may injure terminal branches of the trigeminal nerve, namely the supraorbital, supratrochlear, zygomaticofacial, and zygomaticotemporal nerves, especially if a fron…
View article: Through the Looking Glass: Parental Group Experiences Observing Sensory Motor Therapy
Through the Looking Glass: Parental Group Experiences Observing Sensory Motor Therapy Open
Objective. The benefits of group therapy in pediatric rehabilitation have been identified. However, a unique small group occupational therapy model with a large emphasis on parental group education and observation of their children has not…
View article: Abstract: Surgery and Conservative Management of Camptodactyly in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Surgery and Conservative Management of Camptodactyly in Pediatric Patients: A Systematic Review Open
BACKGROUND: Camptodactyly is a common condition estimated to affect 1% of the population. The treatment for camptodactyly remains controversial, with a diverse range of surgical and conservative management approaches proposed. The ambiguit…
View article: Rehabilitation post-distraction osteogenesis for brachymetacarpia: a case report
Rehabilitation post-distraction osteogenesis for brachymetacarpia: a case report Open
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View article: Pierre Robin Sequence: Cost-Analysis and Qualitative Assessment of 89 Patients at the Hospital for Sick Children
Pierre Robin Sequence: Cost-Analysis and Qualitative Assessment of 89 Patients at the Hospital for Sick Children Open
Introduction: Children with Pierre Robin sequence (PRS) have a complex clinical presentation and requires many health-care providers. Thus, multiple clinical pathways have been proposed on how to manage this population, with some opting fo…
View article: Clinical Significance of Venous Anomalies in Syndromic Craniosynostosis
Clinical Significance of Venous Anomalies in Syndromic Craniosynostosis Open
Background: The pattern of cranial venous drainage in syndromic craniosynostosis is unpredictable and not adequately understood. Collateral channels substitute for stenotic venous sinuses and pose potential risk for surgical intervention. …