Bernice Lau
Whether we call a plumber to fix a leaking pipe or use a cellphone, we are all dependent on other people or equipment to accomplish tasks. Within the healthcare context however, performing activities independently is a nearly universally accepted goal. This article highlights how patient outcomes in rehabilitation can be improved through switching the focus from independence to interdependence.
Stephanie Posa & Christina Ziebart & Fiona Höbler
Lisbeth Alexandra Pino Gavidia
Rocio is a young Indigenous woman living in a small Latin American community. All of a sudden, she finds herself experiencing serious physical symptoms and is diagnosed with HIV. Now what? Read more about Rocio’s journey and how a compassionate approach can help improve care for Indigenous HIV patients in this vignette.
Kristina Marie Kokorelias
Individuals with complex care needs (i.e., combinations of medical, behavioral health, and social challenges) often receive care from different healthcare providers in multiple health and social care settings. Patient navigation is becoming a popular model of integrated care. The role of rehabiliation professionals in supporting and advancing patient navigation has not been well described.
Stephanie Saunders, Cassandra D’Amore & Ava Mehdipour
Physical activity is important for health throughout our lifespan. In this article, we talk about how light physical activity can be a great way to achieve more physical activity in our daily lives.
Morenike Ajidagba
Are you interested in learning more information about your health? Do you want to share your health-related experiences with others? Check out this commentary on Blogging to find out how you can access health-related information at your fingertips!
Shirin Modarresi, Sarah Janssen, Hoda Seens & Golale Modarresi
Pelvic floor rehabilitation is an essential field of healthcare that encompasses the assessment and treatment of various conditions such as pelvic pain and incontinence. To achieve optimal results, building rapport between the clinician and the patient is essential. This commentary discusses four key components of building an effective therapeutic relationship in this special patient population.
By Yani Hamdani, Nicole Bobbette, Muhammad Irfan Jiwa, & Daniel Share-Strom
From “nothing about us without us!” to “something important to us with us!” This commentary describes experiences of running a research training course for adults labelled with intellectual and developmental disabilities and highlights lessons learned about fostering inclusive collaborations with groups who are often excluded from health and rehabilitation research.
Ilakkiah Chandran & Anuijan Chandran
By 2050, it is expected that nearly 2.1 billion individuals of the global population will be 60 years or older. It’s time we address the shortcomings of geriatric rehabilitation and advocate for standardized practices of inclusivity and integration. How can we shift geriatric rehabilitation practices to ensure opportunities for healthy ageing?
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-a3vja-103cf1e ‘Occupational Therapy’ – no, it’s not about receiving therapy at work! In this episode, join Bernice as […]
