Fig. 19.1 Use of kinesio tape to promote function while improving resting position following superficial dermal burn to palm and fingers Burn scar contractures are defined as an impairment caused…

Fig. 14.1 Modular seating and a moulded wheelchair Fig. 14.2 Night-time positioning equipment (‘sleep system’)—supine position Purpose The aim is to correct, maintain or compensate for a destructive body posture…

Fig. 41.1 Typical locations of surface stimulation electrodes used to retrain reaching and grasping functions in clients with severe stroke using the Compex Motion (Compex SA, Switzerland)   b. Percutaneous…

Fig. 17.1 Functional task-oriented anthropometric measurements. (Taken from Roe (1993) p. 14, reprinted with permission) Purpose The purpose of this chapter is to explore the process and general issues that OTs…

Fig. 21.1 Eve sitting in her height-adjustable working chair doing schoolwork It is time for break and outdoor play. The assistant asks: “Do you want the crocodile or the Petra?”…

Fig. 16.1 The pressure mapping system The system output is displayed numerically and visually as color-coded maps of pressure distribution. Examples are shown: a “good” pressure map (Fig. 16.2), not requiring…

Fig. 55.1 Sitting alone Drawing: Wendy Bryant Conversely, an individual attending a class to improve basic literacy and numeracy skills might be assumed to be engaged in a meaningful occupation…

Fig. 29.1 Theraband exercise for strength training The following contents are examples of physical interventions: Strength training: exercise is mainly used, resistive bands, and focused on upper and lower major…

Fig. 58.1 Being outside, in the fresh air, creates an opportunity to chatter, be messy, and have fun The role of the OT: Seeds were chosen to meet needs by…

Classification Shoulder Elbow Wrist Fingers Thumb Grade 2 (mild to moderate limitation) MAL < 2.5 for AS and HW scale Flexion and abduction ≥ 45° Extension ≥ 20° from a 90° flexed starting position Extension ≥ 20° from…