One of the biggest challenges patients and caregivers face after rib fractures is getting out of bed, because of the pain they experience. The easiest way to get out of bed with broken ribs is to avoid torsional (twist) movement and rolling to the strong side. In this article, I’ll share a few ways to …
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Pusher syndrome can be challenging to treat, and it can put you or a caregiver at risk when not treated properly. Pusher syndrome is best treated when patients learn their perception of upright is incorrect, understand the muscles involved to correct posture, and maintain the position for meaningful activities. In this article, I discuss tips …
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You may have known that most adults and older adults have problems sleeping, but did you know that occupational therapy can help? Loss of sleep can cause social isolation, increased risk of falling, impaired cognition, and increase your risk of dying. Poor sleep habits can also result in car accidents, poor grades in school, obesity, …
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Having numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand can sometimes make toileting a little more difficult. It’s not just numbness and tingling but also the weakness and lack of coordination that makes wiping more challenging. If you’ve undergone carpal tunnel surgery, you likely have a new set of problems related to pain and hypersensitivity. I’ve …
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Have you ever used a sleep tracking app or device but didn’t find that it motivated you to sleep better? Or maybe you just tried it out for fun and forgot about it a few weeks later. The new sleep app on the Apple Watch is a great tool to improve sleep habits when combined …
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Typing has often been associated with wrist, hand, elbow, and shoulder injuries. Some of the symptoms begin with fatigue and soreness and can result in pain, numbness, tingling, tenderness, and inflammation. A simple way to improve your typing posture for better ergonomics is by using a compact keyboard, maintaining a straight wrist position with the …
One challenge I’ve found with ostomy care is the foul odor associated with it. You may have noticed the unpleasant smell when walking into a room with a patient who has an ostomy bag. Over time, they may not be aware of the smell and become oblivious to it. Some ostomy bags have filters to …
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If you use single or dual monitors, you may have wondered if a third monitor would be more beneficial or make you more productive. Using three monitors helps you focus your attention on the center screen but allows you to multitask and stay organized with two other screens. Get a free ergonomics assessment Fill out …
When people ask you if you enjoy your job, do you tell them the truth? Let’s face it, most of us don’t enjoy our jobs, and it’s not always easy to find a better one. Most jobs aren’t interesting because they’re not meaningful. When a job is interesting and engaging, you’re more likely to enjoy …
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Sock aids have been one of the many tools of choice for occupational therapists to help people become more independent with their daily activities. They’re helpful for people who recently had hip and back surgery and can be useful for anyone with lower extremity weakness. But what’s the best sock aid alternative for getting dressed? …
