https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld en-us 2023-07-29 18:26:55 UTC 2025-12-21 13:14:34 UTC hello@padlet.com mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652976926 As one of the first rehabilitative specialists to provide services to children with disabilities and other medical needs, occupational therapists are in an ideal position to recommend, implement, and integrate the appropriate use of assistive technology.]]> 2023-07-29 18:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652976926 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977065 1. Speech software-Kurzweil 3000

2. Adapted wheelchairs- Tilt-in-Space

3. Mouse alternatives

4. Keyboard alternatives

5. Smart board

]]> 2023-07-29 18:51:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977065 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977115 1. Visual schedules

2. Pencil grips

3. Slant boards

4. Highlighters

5. Adapted paper


]]> 2023-07-29 18:52:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977115 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977143 https://www.autismadventures.com/low-tech-mid-tech-and-high-tech/

Reference:

Toby M. Long, Maria Woolverton, Deborah F. Perry, M. Janet Thomas; Training Needs of Pediatric Occupational Therapists in Assistive Technology. Am J Occup Ther May/June 2007, Vol. 61(3), 345–354. doi: https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.61.3.345]]> 2023-07-29 18:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2652977143 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653015774 2023-07-30 01:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653015774 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016471 2023-07-30 01:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016471 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016527 A key practice area for occupational therapy is productive aging. Due to society's rapidly aging population and increased longevity, the focus on quality of life issues are some factors that will increase the demands for an OT to service with innovative approaches. An OT's role is to improve health and quality of life through facilitating participation and engagement in occupations. ]]> 2023-07-30 01:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016527 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016765 1. GPS trackers

2. Smart devices

3. Adapted wheelchairs

4. Communication aids

5. Hearing aids

]]> 2023-07-30 01:22:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016765 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016775 1. Magnifying glass

2. Jar Opener

3. Kitchen Timers

4. Grabbers

5. Grab bars]]> 2023-07-30 01:22:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016775 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016801 https://www.agespace.org/tech/assistive-technology

Reference:

American Occupational Therapy Association. (n.d.). Finding innovative approaches to support productive aging. www.aota.org. https://www.aota.org/practice/clinical-topics/driving-community-mobility/productive-aging]]> 2023-07-30 01:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653016801 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021804 2023-07-30 02:00:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021804 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021847 Occupational therapy practitioners provide mental health services in communities, hospitals, schools, clinics, homes, and other places where people carry out their daily activities. ]]> 2023-07-30 02:00:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021847 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021897 1. Virtual Reality

2. Smart Phones

3. Sound Machines

4. Text Reader

5. Sleep Aids]]> 2023-07-30 02:00:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021897 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021923 1. Ear buds

2. Notebooks

3. Service Animal

4. Fidgets

5. Sticky notes

]]> 2023-07-30 02:01:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021923 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021965 https://www.explorevr.org/sites/explorevr.org/files/files/AT%20MH%20Part%201%20FINAL.pdf

https://www.aota.org/practice/clinical-topics/mental-health]]> 2023-07-30 02:01:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653021965 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653027823 Through the evaluation process, the therapist reviews the client’s contexts and goals in relation to the client’s performance skills and motivation and the factors that limit or promote successful engagement in occupation, including the environment and the availability of technology.]]> 2023-07-30 02:48:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653027823 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028218 2023-07-30 02:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028218 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028231 1. Powered wheelchairs

2. Alerting devices

3. Screen magnifiers

4. Robotics

5. Virtual reality]]> 2023-07-30 02:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028231 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028249 1. Shower chair

2. Long-handled sponge

3. Mouth stick

4. Non-skid bowl

5. Universal cuff]]> 2023-07-30 02:51:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028249 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028277 https://otpotential.com/blog/assistive-technology

Reference:

Assistive Technology and Occupational Performance PDF]]> 2023-07-30 02:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653028277 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166751 2023-07-30 17:42:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166751 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166792 Utilizing the power of occupations, occupation-based health promotion services (e.g., assistive tech), and the capacity and knowledge, can prevent harmful health and social conditions while promoting well-being.]]> 2023-07-30 17:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166792 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166813 1. Wearable health data capture devices

2. Smart phone apps for health

3. Smart watch

4. Specialist clocks, calendars, reminders

5. App for medication reminders and alerts ]]> 2023-07-30 17:42:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166813 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166829 1. Weighted blankets

2. LED lights

3. Diffuser

4. Weighted pillows

5. Weighted eye mask]]> 2023-07-30 17:43:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166829 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166882 https://www.helloedlife.com/post/2021-ultimate-collection-assistive-technology-health-independence-60-products

Reference:

Occupational Therapy in the Promotion of Health and Well-Being. Am J Occup Ther May/June 2020, Vol. 74(3), 7403420010p1–7403420010p14. doi: https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.743003

]]> 2023-07-30 17:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653166882 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653171873 2023-07-30 18:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653171873 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172080 OT's successful application of ergonomics and assistive technology can reduce the chance of injuries and illness, improve worker productivity, and increase satisfaction in the work place. ]]> 2023-07-30 18:17:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172080 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172101 1. Speech to text

2. Noise cancellation headphones

3. Transcription software

4. Smart devices (e.g., Alexa)

5. Customized seating system with built-in positioning pads]]> 2023-07-30 18:17:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172101 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172122 1. Wrist cushion

2. Pillow

3. Laptop stand

4. Visual reminders

5. Fidgets]]> 2023-07-30 18:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172122 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172171 https://verbit.ai/high-tech-assistive-technology-in-business/

Reference:

Edwards C, Fortingo N, Franklin E. Ergonomics. [Updated 2022 Jul 28]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK580551/]]> 2023-07-30 18:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653172171 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180513 Occupational therapists (OTs) are trained and skilled in behavior, cognitive, and sensory management as well as occupation-based activity analysis suiting a person according to the occupations they want to engage in. 

If people with complex and special needs are provided with AT strategies (e.g., sensory, augmentative, and alternative communication tools), their reliance on using interfering behavior for communication will decline, which will improve and promote a better quality of life. ]]> 2023-07-30 19:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180513 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180533 1. Word prediction

2. Text to speech

3. Speech to text

4. Artificial intelligence

5. Computers]]> 2023-07-30 19:19:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180533 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180563 1. Magnifying glass

2. Seat cushions

3. Wrist/hand cushion

4. Notepad

5. Highlighter ]]> 2023-07-30 19:19:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180563 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180607 2023-07-30 19:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653180607 mgarcia21011 https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653186441 https://www.aota.org/publications/ot-practice/ot-practice-issues/2021/at-adults-complex-needs]]> 2023-07-30 20:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mgarcia21011/xcqz9hzrntwxjwld/wish/2653186441