Dysarthria Communication Strategies
Speaking is a complex motor task that requires many muscles including muscles for articulation, respiration, and phonation. The tongue and lips must move quickly and efficiently to produce the [...]
2 Ways to Worry
Worry is a natural part of being human, but too little worry and we are apathetic while too much worry can be overwhelming. We worry about our children, our health, deadlines, traffic or how [...]
Occupational Therapy for Neuropathy: Managing Sensory Impairments
By being aware and understanding the impact of neuropathy on sensory and motor functions, individuals can implement modifications to their daily activities and environments to promote safety, [...]
What is Caregiver Burden?
Caregiver burden can be defined as the strain or challenges felt by caregivers in respect to the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and even financial consequences that can be [...]
Exercise Tips for the New Year and a New You
With the start of the new year, now is the perfect time to kick start or revamp your exercise routine. Why not make it a resolution! According to Forbes Health, the average resolution lasts less [...]
What is Post-Concussion Syndrome?
Concussions occur from an injury to the brain. Most concussion symptoms resolve within 2 weeks. However, every individual is unique, and the site and severity of the injury can play a role in the [...]
Building Self-Esteem and Promoting Empowerment
Individuals who seek rehabilitation services normally strive to heal their physical bodies, but it is also very significant to one’s recovery to heal their mind as well. One’s self-esteem can [...]
5 Tips To Stay Connected During Social Distancing
Never before has our society been in such an unprecedented position as with this COVID-19 pandemic. It is a trying time with the CDC requesting us to maintain a minimum of 6 feet social [...]
