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View article: Frailty Snapshot in the Emergency Department: Surveying the Needs of Older Adults
Frailty Snapshot in the Emergency Department: Surveying the Needs of Older Adults Open
Background Older adults presenting to Emergency Departments (EDs) with frailty often have complex needs not fully addressed by ED care models. Evidence shows these patients frequently experience gaps in basic care, including support for da…
View article: Spirituality in occupational therapy practice: A scoping review with narrative synthesis
Spirituality in occupational therapy practice: A scoping review with narrative synthesis Open
Introduction: Spirituality is a fundamental aspect of human existence. Additionally, spirituality is acknowledged within many occupational therapy models of practice. Despite this, other health professions are dominant in published spiritu…
View article: The Development and Evaluation of the Application for Assessing the Fall Risk Factors and the Suggestion to Prevent Falls in Older Adults
The Development and Evaluation of the Application for Assessing the Fall Risk Factors and the Suggestion to Prevent Falls in Older Adults Open
Falls are a major health concern for older adults, often leading to injuries and reduced independence. This study develops and evaluates a mobile application integrating two validated fall-risk assessment tools—the Stay Independent Brochur…
View article: Addressing client spirituality in occupational therapy practice: A qualitative study
Addressing client spirituality in occupational therapy practice: A qualitative study Open
Introduction Aspects of spirituality are commonly brought up by clients during times of sickness, disability, and impending death. However, much of the research on how to address spirituality in Australian health care has been conducted by…
View article: A Pilot Randomized Trial of a Program to Prevent Falls Among Community-Dwelling Adults Living with Mental Illness Demonstrates Feasibility
A Pilot Randomized Trial of a Program to Prevent Falls Among Community-Dwelling Adults Living with Mental Illness Demonstrates Feasibility Open
We adapted the Stepping On fall prevention program, conducted a pilot feasibility trial and explored program acceptability. Using a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) design, participants from the Older People’s Mental Health Service …
View article: Workplace violence experienced by occupational therapists who visit people in their own homes
Workplace violence experienced by occupational therapists who visit people in their own homes Open
Background Workplace violence is a common experience for many health professionals. However, little is known about the experience of occupational therapists, specifically those that visit people in their own homes, and experience violence …
View article: How spirituality is understood in occupational therapy: A qualitative study
How spirituality is understood in occupational therapy: A qualitative study Open
Introduction Since the inception of occupational therapy, spirituality has been a unique component of practice. However, much of the professional discourse on how to define spirituality has originated internationally. This study aimed to e…
View article: An evaluation of the feasibility and clinical utility of the Diego™ computer-assisted robotics device for use with people with a cervical spinal cord injury in the acute setting: a mixed method pilot study
An evaluation of the feasibility and clinical utility of the Diego™ computer-assisted robotics device for use with people with a cervical spinal cord injury in the acute setting: a mixed method pilot study Open
Some gains in functioning occurred. Further research should include a randomised controlled trial to fully evaluate the effectiveness of the Diego™ in acute settings.
View article: Integrated solutions for sustainable fall prevention in primary care: a pragmatic hybrid-type 2 mixed methods implementation and effectiveness study
Integrated solutions for sustainable fall prevention in primary care: a pragmatic hybrid-type 2 mixed methods implementation and effectiveness study Open
The iSOLVE implementation project established and evaluated integrated processes and pathways, including a decision-making tool and educational interventions for general medical practitioners (GPs) and the upskilling of allied health profe…
View article: Investigating the Inter-Rater Reliability and Usability of Telehealth for Home Hazard Falls-Risk Assessment After Stroke
Investigating the Inter-Rater Reliability and Usability of Telehealth for Home Hazard Falls-Risk Assessment After Stroke Open
Introduction: Stroke survivors are more likely to fall at home. A home hazard assessment may be beneficial to reduce the risk of falling; however, it is resourceful and time-intensive. This study examines the inter-rater reliability and us…
View article: Beyond breast cancer: An exploration of the experiences of middle-aged female breast cancer survivors in Australia
Beyond breast cancer: An exploration of the experiences of middle-aged female breast cancer survivors in Australia Open
Breast cancer survivorship is a diverse experience. For many it involves chronic limitations and challenges. Investigation and application of survivorship care plans in Australia could benefit breast cancer survivors by including multidisc…
View article: The quality of residential aged care in the context of the Australian aged care reforms: A scoping review
The quality of residential aged care in the context of the Australian aged care reforms: A scoping review Open
Objective Australia has been undergoing a major aged care reform process since 2012 focused on consumer‐oriented home and community‐supported care, but little is known about the impact of these reforms on residential aged care delivery. Th…
View article: A Systemic Review of the “Informed Consent” Process for Aesthetic Cosmetic Surgery Procedures
A Systemic Review of the “Informed Consent” Process for Aesthetic Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Open
Informed consent is a foundational component of ethical patient care and may be effectively provided when a competent patient is given pertinent information to make well-informed decisions on their health care. Various studies have conside…
View article: Digital engagement and telehealth coaching intervention provides physical and mental health improvements for cancer patients: Results from a PROMIS-10 evaluation
Digital engagement and telehealth coaching intervention provides physical and mental health improvements for cancer patients: Results from a PROMIS-10 evaluation Open
Purpose: People with cancer have unmet needs during the acute and survivorship phases of treatment and rehabilitation, which negatively impact both their ability to perform everyday tasks and their quality of life. Cancer Coach by Osara He…
View article: Effects of physical activity on depressive symptoms in older caregivers: The IMPACCT randomized controlled trial
Effects of physical activity on depressive symptoms in older caregivers: The IMPACCT randomized controlled trial Open
Objectives Physical activity (PA) can reduce depressive symptoms but has not been tested amongst depressed older caregivers and their care‐recipients. The aim of this single‐blind randomized controlled trial was to investigate the effect o…
View article: An international study of diversity in occupational therapy research– A bibliographic review of English research literature
An international study of diversity in occupational therapy research– A bibliographic review of English research literature Open
Background The cornerstone of a strong profession is the research that supports its knowledge base and practice. However, little is known about the range of international occupational therapy research. Objective To explore the range and di…
View article: Cognitive impairment experienced by Chinese breast cancer survivors
Cognitive impairment experienced by Chinese breast cancer survivors Open
To identify cognitive function in Chinese breast cancer survivors. Research questions were: is cognitive function was associated with breast cancer and/or chemotherapy treatment and/or psychological functioning:? and did women with breast …
View article: Understanding return‐to‐employment experiences after burns: Qualitative scoping review findings
Understanding return‐to‐employment experiences after burns: Qualitative scoping review findings Open
Introduction Participation in work and employment is a milestone of adulthood. People returning to work after burn injury may have physical, psychological, social, and environmental barriers to overcome in order to resume their pre‐injury …
View article: An Online, Self-Report Version of the Home Falls and Accidents Screening Tool (HOME FAST-SR) to Identify Fall-Related Hazards in the Homes of Older People
An Online, Self-Report Version of the Home Falls and Accidents Screening Tool (HOME FAST-SR) to Identify Fall-Related Hazards in the Homes of Older People Open
To identify the characteristics of the users of the HOME FAST-SR, to explore the common home hazards identified and to determine the opinions of older people about the usefulness of the HOME FAST-SR. Data from completed HOME FAST-SR submis…
View article: Computer-assisted robotic device for upper limb interventions for a patient with an incomplete cervical level spinal cord injury
Computer-assisted robotic device for upper limb interventions for a patient with an incomplete cervical level spinal cord injury Open
A man in his 50s with an incomplete cervical spinal cord injury underwent a 3-week occupational therapy programme using a computer-assisted robotic device for the upper limbs (Diego) in an acute care spinal injury unit. The patient and the…
View article: Occupations and balance during the transition to motherhood with a lifetime chronic illness: A scoping review examining cystic fibrosis, asthma, and Type‐1 diabetes
Occupations and balance during the transition to motherhood with a lifetime chronic illness: A scoping review examining cystic fibrosis, asthma, and Type‐1 diabetes Open
Introduction Throughout the transition to motherhood, changes are experienced across a woman's physical, mental, social, and occupational self. Maternal chronic illness adds the complexity of increased healthcare needs and navigating a hig…
View article: Interventions to Facilitate Return to Work after Stroke: A Systematic Review
Interventions to Facilitate Return to Work after Stroke: A Systematic Review Open
Purpose: To gather knowledge about effective return to work interventions for survivors of stroke. Methods: A database search was conducted in MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Scopus, and Web of Science using keywords and medical subject heading…
View article: Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and demographic characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly
Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and demographic characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly Open
Background: The 44-question Thai Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool (Thai-HFHAT) was developed to assist healthcare professionals in identifying the risk of falls among community-dwelling older adults from their home environment. However, th…
View article: Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and personal characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly
Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and personal characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly Open
Background: The 44-question Thai Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool (Thai-HFHAT) was developed to assist healthcare professionals in identifying the risk of falls among community-dwelling older adults from their home environment. However, th…
View article: Linguistic and Content Validation of the Stroke Impact Scale (SIS) 3.0 in Three Languages
Linguistic and Content Validation of the Stroke Impact Scale (SIS) 3.0 in Three Languages Open
Introduction: A stroke can have devastating consequences and may reduce the Quality of Life (QoL) of stroke survivors. Specific QoL measurement is therefore needed to appreciate and quantify the impact of this condition. The objective of t…
View article: The Vietnamese version of the Home Falls and Accidents Screening Tool (HOME FAST) - A preliminary study of validity and inter-rater reliability
The Vietnamese version of the Home Falls and Accidents Screening Tool (HOME FAST) - A preliminary study of validity and inter-rater reliability Open
Introduction The Vietnamese Home Falls and Accidents Screening Tool (HOME FAST) was developed to measure the number of home hazards present in the homes of older Vietnamese people and the risk of falls. Methods The HOME FAST and the HOME F…
View article: Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and personal characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly
Reliability of the 44-question Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool and personal characteristics associated with home hazards among the Thai elderly Open
Background: The 44-question Thai Home Fall Hazard Assessment Tool (Thai-HFHAT) was developed to assist healthcare professionals in identifying the risk of falls among community-dwelling elderly from their home environment. However, the rel…