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Australian Occupational Therapy Journal

https://read.qxmd.com/read/38527907/exploring-the-role-of-palliative-care-occupational-therapists-in-supporting-compassionate-communities-in-end-of-life-care
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Samantha Smith, Daniel Lowrie, Nathan Dawes
INTRODUCTION: The compassionate communities' movement is a public health approach to end-of-life care that emphasises the integral role of communities in supporting and caring for dying persons and their informal carers. Although occupational therapists have well-established roles in palliative care teams, little is known about their potential in assisting in the formation and maintenance of compassionate communities. METHOD: Data were gathered via semi-structured interviews with nine Australian occupational therapists with experience in specialist palliative care...
March 25, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38509720/prevalence-of-musculoskeletal-pain-and-dysfunction-in-electrical-utility-workers-practical-considerations-for-prevention-and-rehabilitation-in-the-workplace
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Shane Rogerson, Mike Climstein, Rudi Meir, Zachary Crowley-McHattan, Neil Chapman
INTRODUCTION: This study assessed the prevalence and associations of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction in electrical utility workers, with the aim of applying the findings to better prevent and rehabilitate workplace musculoskeletal disorders. METHODS: Employees completed an online survey recording their musculoskeletal symptoms across nine anatomical locations for the preceding 12 months. A total of 565 employees, working across eight different electrical utility organisational work units, completed the survey...
March 20, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38499502/occupations-and-occupational-therapy-practice-with-chinese-older-adults-living-with-life-limiting-illnesses-in-singapore-a-focus-group-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Geck Hoon Lim, Celine Yong, Lauren J Breen, Sharon Keesing, Angus Buchanan
INTRODUCTION: While Singapore is rapidly ageing and the need for palliative care services is projected to rise, there has been limited exploration of the occupations of Chinese older adults with life-limiting conditions. This study is the third in a series of three studies aimed to address this issue. This study also sought to discuss future directions for occupational therapy practice with Chinese older adults living with life-limiting illnesses in Singapore. METHOD: The study adopted a qualitative exploratory design using focus groups...
March 18, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38497212/enhancing-inclusive-and-visible-consumer-authorship-recommendations-for-research-and-publishing-practice
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EDITORIAL
Louise Gustafsson, Ruth Cox, Elizabeth Miller
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
March 18, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38472150/the-use-of-practice-evidence-by-australian-occupational-therapists-perspectives-and-actions
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Craig Greber, Stephen Isbel
INTRODUCTION: Evidence-based practice supports clinical decision-making by using multiple sources of evidence arising from research and practice. Research evidence develops through empirical study while practice evidence arises through clinical experience, client preferences, and the practice context. Although occupational therapists have embraced the paradigm of evidence-based practice, some studies have identified limits in the availability and use of research, which can lead to reliance on other forms of evidence...
March 12, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38459851/exploring-occupational-therapy-practice-in-australian-residential-aged-care-facilities-a-cross-sectional-survey
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Donna Rooney, Tammy Aplin, Sally Bennett, Dorcas Simin Gui, Theresa Scott
INTRODUCTION: Occupational therapy in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) can enhance residents' occupational engagement and wellbeing. However, industry reports suggest that occupational therapists in Australian RACFs have mostly provided physical therapies such as pain management via massage and not addressed residents' occupations. There is limited literature on what constitutes occupational therapists' practice in RACFs to inform policy and practice. The aim of this cross-sectional survey was to explore practice patterns of occupational therapists working in Australian RACFs and influences on their practice...
March 9, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38410868/being-in-a-meaningful-context-nature-and-animal-assisted-activities-as-perceived-by-adults-with-autism
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
A Birgitta Gunnarsson, Ingrid Edvardsson Aurin, Sara Holmberg
INTRODUCTION: Animal-assisted and nature-based interventions in psychosocial treatment for various groups of clients have been studied internationally. However, there is little knowledge about how young adults with autism experience participation in such types of interventions. This clinical study aimed to describe the feasibility of animal-assisted and nature-based activities on a farm as a complementary intervention for young adults with autism and social withdrawal. METHODS: The participants were aged 18-30 years, diagnosed with autism and social withdrawal, with no organised occupation during the previous year...
February 27, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38359914/a-scoping-review-into-the-service-needs-of-people-from-culturally-and-linguistically-diverse-backgrounds-living-with-disability-to-engage-in-meaningful-occupations
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REVIEW
Natalie Chu, Jacqueline Pho, Leigha Dark, Aidan Tan, Stewart Alford, Clarice Y Tang, Caroline Ellison, David Lim
INTRODUCTION: Although there is a large proportion of people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds within Australia, their rate of access to disability services is disproportionately low. This review aims to understand the service needs of people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds with disability to facilitate engagement in meaningful occupations. METHODS: Arksey and O'Malley's scoping review framework was employed. Ten databases were searched for Australian studies...
February 15, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38339960/student-led-activities-of-daily-living-group-program-in-a-hospital-inpatient-rehabilitation-setting
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Dione Miller, Sarah Mugridge, Meagan Elder, Megan Holt, Karen P Y Liu
INTRODUCTION: Occupational therapists have vital roles in inpatient rehabilitation to focus on independence in activities of daily living. Occupational therapy interventions are uniquely designed to address goals of service users and can be delivered individually or in group formats. Group interventions promote service users' mutual support and enable therapists to increase frequency and intensity of service provision. Student-led programs have become an attractive model, benefiting students while providing positive treatment outcomes for service users...
February 10, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38321699/a-commitment-to-partnering-with-people-with-lived-experience-beginning-conversations-by-exploring-preferred-language
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EDITORIAL
Tammy Aplin, Mark Russi, Emma Bryant, Dennis Frost, Maureen Ah Sam, Charles Lund, Emily Ong, Laura Listopad, Jacki Liddle
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
February 6, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38320985/teacher-therapist-collaboration-in-inclusive-primary-schools-a-scoping-review
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REVIEW
Jill Jeremy, Ilektra Spandagou, Joanne Hinitt
INTRODUCTION: Inclusive school environments require collaboration between teachers and allied health professionals to promote student access and participation. Collaboration is a complex phenomenon with no universally accepted definition or measurement and with many challenges to effective practice. The purpose of this scoping review is to describe what is known about interprofessional collaboration between teachers and therapists in inclusive primary schools. METHODS: A scoping review of health and education literature was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology...
February 6, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38317056/seeking-consensus-on-a-play-based-intervention-framework-for-promoting-play-of-children-with-hiv-aids-in-a-low-resourced-setting-a-delphi-study
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REVIEW
Nyaradzai Munambah, Elelwani L Ramugondo, Tracy Collins, Reinie Cordier
INTRODUCTION: Implementing occupation-based practice in low-resourced settings can be challenging especially when working with children with HIV/Aids whose daily occupation of play is often affected by their health condition and other contextual factors such as poverty or stigma. AIM: The aim of this paper is to obtain consensus from experts on the content and application of a play-based intervention for children with HIV/Aids living in a low-resourced setting. METHODS: A Delphi study involving two rounds using an online survey format was conducted with experts from the field of child development, play and/or HIV/Aids...
February 5, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38296464/the-effect-of-wheelchair-cushion-properties-on-the-microclimate-at-the-cushion-user-interface-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Lisa Couzens, Benjamin Peterson, Ev Innes, Christopher J Stevens
INTRODUCTION: Pressure injuries are a preventable yet highly prevalent health concern. Wheelchair cushion prescription can have significant implications for wheelchair users' risk of pressure injury development, which can impact functional abilities and quality of life. The efficacy of a wheelchair cushion to redistribute pressure has been well-researched, but the efficacy to manage the microclimate is less clear, particularly in warm-hot environments. The aim of this study was to systematically review studies examining the effect of wheelchair cushions on temperature, moisture and thermal perception to determine which cushions are superior to improve these responses...
January 31, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38279842/sensory-processing-in-children-with-paediatric-acute-onset-neuropsychiatric-syndrome
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Michelle J Newby, Shelly J Lane, Kirsti Haracz, Janice Tona, Kerrin Palazzi, David Lambkin
INTRODUCTION: Previous research indicates that children with Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) experience sensory reactivity differences that impact occupational performance. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there are differences in sensory reactivity in these children across two different time points; during exacerbation and during remission, using the Sensory Processing Measure (SPM) Home-Form. The study also sought to investigate whether children with PANS experience sensory differences during remission periods, when compared with SPM Home-Form norms...
January 27, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38253942/occupational-therapy-with-patients-in-forensic-solitary-confinement-a-qualitative-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Lorrae Mynard, Annette Joosten, Ayesha D'Souza, Danielle Ashley, Susan Darzins
INTRODUCTION: Occupational therapists work with forensic mental health patients in solitary confinement to counter impacts of mental illness and occupational deprivation, to promote well-being and support transition to less restricted environments. There is little literature describing occupational therapy in this context. This study aimed to explore and describe the work, context and professional reasoning of occupational therapists working in solitary confinement settings within a large forensic mental health service in Victoria, Australia...
January 22, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38239013/enhancing-occupational-therapy-service-provision-with-military-veterans-through-policy-reform-findings-from-a-national-survey
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Kylie Carra, Carol McKinstry, Laura Baillie, Ruby Daniell, Amery Clews
INTRODUCTION: Almost half a million Australians have served with the Australian Defence Force. Given the high prevalence of physical and mental health conditions and complexity of civilian life adjustment after military service, high-quality occupational therapy services are critical. However, there is limited description of occupational therapy service provision to individuals funded by the Australian Department of Veterans' Affairs to inform government policy. The aim of this study was to describe the practice of Australian occupational therapists working with former service members and identify opportunities to enhance practice and policy...
January 18, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38234045/2023-sylvia-docker-lecture-ignite-your-passion-and-connect-to-make-a-difference
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Leeanne M Carey
Together, we grow our profession of occupational therapy as we engage in understanding and addressing the issues that challenge the people we work with. In this Sylvia Docker Lecture, I will share the collective journeys of myself and other occupational therapists and health professionals who have undertaken (or are currently undertaking) their PhDs and are actively involved in research, to address these challenges. Together, we will explore three themes: understanding the WHY that ignites one's passion; living the journey-the EXPERIENCE; and making a difference-the IMPACT...
January 17, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38221771/occupational-therapy-in-maternal-health-exploring-the-barkin-index-of-maternal-functioning-as-a-potential-tool
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Hanna Baker, Belinda Cuomo, Ciarn Femia, Daniel Lin, Claire Stobbie, Belinda McLean, Megan Hatfield
INTRODUCTION: Transitioning into the role of a mother encompasses many physical and psychosocial changes, affecting the way a woman may function. Maternal health is an emerging area of practice for occupational therapists, and therefore, screening and assessment tools to support work in this area are needed. The Barkin Index of Maternal Functioning (BIMF) is a quantitative outcome measure that is used by health professionals to assess maternal functioning. Currently, its ability to measure occupational performance is unclear...
January 14, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38217458/preliminary-mixed-methods-investigation-impact-and-acceptability-of-a-combined-life-skills-and-adventure-therapy-program-for-adolescents
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Hannah K Burke, Caroline E Hui, Lynette M Burke, Shelly J Lane
INTRODUCTION: Meaningful occupational therapy interventions for neurodivergent, transition-age adolescents are understudied, and novel intervention approaches that are motivating to this population are needed. Accordingly, in this study we explored the acceptability and impact of a combined life skills/adventure therapy (LS/AT) intervention program for addressing self-identified goals for adolescents with regulation- and sensory-based challenges. METHODS: We used a convergent mixed-methods design...
January 13, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38217453/an-international-study-of-diversity-in-occupational-therapy-research-a-bibliographic-review-of-english-research-literature
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REVIEW
Lynette Mackenzie, Annika Lexén, Vera C Kaelin, Patrick Hynes, Ina Roosen, Elaine Tam, Lin-Jye Huang, Ching-Wei Ye
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 diversity of the international occupational therapy research from published peer reviewed literature in English during the year 2018. METHODOLOGY: Limited to 2018, a review was conducted of sources from i) health-related search engines using search terms associated with occupational therapy practice, and ii) content pages of occupational therapy publications...
January 13, 2024: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
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