According to the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA, 2010), almost 2 million older adults per year end up in an emergency room due to a fall. Out of those 2 million, 15,000 die from their injuries. That equals 1 death every 35 minutes as a direct result of a fall. As occupational therapists, we play […]
Activity analysis is the central function of occupational therapy. It is what makes us OTs. Do you ever think about why and how you analyze activities? Is it something that is just automatic for you, or do you use a formal system? How often do you use activity analysis to prove that your treatments are […]
If you’re a new therapist considering working in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), there are several important factors to look at before taking the job. While there are great skilled nursing facilities to work for, there are also many facilities that can challenge ethical boundaries and take advantage of new graduates. Because this is more […]
Here at My OT Spot, we’re really excited to extend our exclusive MedBridge promo code MYOTSPOT to readers and visitors! With the promo code MYOTSPOT you will be able to save $175 off of the full price of MedBridge Continuing Education if you are an OT, OTA, PT, PTA, RN or Athletic Trainer. That’s just […]
How many times have you heard the phrase evidence-based practice over the last few years? Applying the latest research to your treatment sessions does seem to make sense, doesn’t it? But how do you know when the evidence supports the practice of occupational therapy? This article will explain what evidence-based practice is, why it is […]
Are tou thinking about making the transition from COTA to OTR? You’re not alone! One of the most common questions I see in OT Facebook Groups is something along the lines of: Should I put in all the time and money to go to school to become an OTR if I am currently a COTA? […]
If you’re interested in working in pelvic floor occupational therapy, I’m very excited to share this very informative interview with Anjana Aluri Boyanapalli, OTS, and her advisor Tiffany Ellsworth Lee, MA, OTR, BCB-PMD, PRPC. In this interview, Anjana and Tiffany explain everything you need to know about pelvic floor occupational therapy. They also provide you with actionable […]
If you are an occupational therapist who works in stroke rehabilitation, you know that you must constantly update your skills and educate yourself on the latest treatment techniques. There is so much research out there to advance the treatment of stroke patients! One treatment that is gaining attention in the field of stroke rehabilitation is […]
When you get your first job as a licensed occupational therapy practitioner, you usually aren’t thinking about additional occupational therapy specialties right off the bat. Your primary focus is just trying to keep your head above water. You are thrown into unfamiliar territory, and as a result you spend the first few years of your […]
Attending AOTA’s 2018 Conference in Salt Lake City for my second-ever conference was a blast. It flew by and I can’t believe it’s already over. I’m already super excited for next year’s Conference in New Orleans 2019… whoo! After two years of “Conference-ing” I decided it was time to write a round up of AOTA […]