As the baby boomer generation ages and people live longer, home modification services are becoming more prevalent. Ramp-building events, tub-to-shower conversions, and grab-bar installation services continue to rise as more and more people choose to…
“What’s the safest diet for this patient?” As dysphagia clinicians, we’re asked this a lot. Physicians, nurses, and family members all want to do what’s best, and preventing aspiration with diet changes seems like a…
If your patient turned in this medication list to you, what would your first action be? I’d double check with the pharmacy. This is a good option, and when the goal is ensuring that medication…
Raise your hand if you learned about incontinence in occupational therapy school. If your hand is raised, congratulations—you are a rarity. If you did happen to learn anything about incontinence during your formal training, did…
While the Montessori method is most often associated with children, we have known for years that the elements associated with this method, such as the prepared environment, are also effective for older adults, particularly those…
