scholarly journals Occupational Therapy International, Evidence-Based Practice and Clinical Research

2014 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Franklin Stein ◽  
Eric Hwang
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Clinical Research ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
International Evidence

The Client-Centred Evidence-Based Practice of Occupational Therapy

1998 ◽  
Vol 65 (3) ◽  
pp. 136-143 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Egan ◽  
Claire-Jehanne Dubouloz ◽  
Claudia Von Zweck ◽  
Josée Vallerand
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Process Model ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Treatment Decision ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Problem Solving Process

Evidence-based practice has its roots in evidence-based medicine. This term refers to the formulation of treatment decision using the best available research evidence. While the concept has gained increased attention among health care workers in the recent past, practice based on scientific evidence has been recommended for over 300 years. However, all health-related professions continue to report difficulties adopting evidence-based practice. Notably, practitioners are often concerned that results of population-based research may not be relevant for their specific patients. This may be of particular concern for occupational therapists who aim to provide client-centred intervention, taking into consideration individual characteristics of the client, the environment and the occupation. As well, those wishing to practice evidence-based occupational therapy must determine which decisions are made during the course of therapy and what evidence may impact on these decisions. The Occupational Performance Process Model (Fearing, Law & Clark, 1997) outlines the occupational therapy problem solving process and assists therapists to integrate knowledge from both client and therapist. A framework for evidence-based occupational therapy is presented, based on this model.

scholarly journals Increasing Rehabilitation Therapists’ Confidence Utilizing Evidence-Based Interventions: Pilot Study

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Hovick ◽  
Ingrid Provident
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Skilled Nursing Facility ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Nursing Facility ◽  
Skilled Nursing ◽  
Confidence Levels

Evidence-based practice enables rehabilitation therapists to provide the best quality of care and outcomes for patients. However, rehabilitation therapists are often not confident in using evidence in many settings. Purpose. The objective of this evidence-based practice project was to determine if educational small group sessions enhanced occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and a speech and language pathologist’s confidence in utilizing and applying evidence. Method. Eleven rehabilitation therapists of multiple disciplines (occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and a speech and language pathologist) from a skilled nursing facility participated in six educational sessions designed to increase evidence-based practice. A pre- and post-test utilizing the Evidence-Based Practice Profile Questionnaire (EBPPQ), measured change in therapists’confidence regarding evidence-based practice. Results. Results on the Evidence-Based Practice Profile Questionnaire concluded that 7 of 11 rehabilitation therapists reported an increase in confidence levels. Conclusion. Educational small group sessions can be an effective method to assist rehabilitation therapists in developing this confidence. KEYWORDS: Evidence-based practice, confidence levels, rehabilitation therapists, educational sessions, skilled nursing facility

OTseeker: Facilitating evidence-based practice in occupational therapy

2004 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kryss McKenna ◽  
Sally Bennett ◽  
Tammy Hoffmann ◽  
Annie McCluskey ◽  
Jenny Strong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Evidence Based

Confidence Levels Can Broaden the Application of Clinical Research Findings and Promote Evidence-Based Practice

2009 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 99-104
Author(s):  
James E. Graham ◽  
Timothy A. Reistetter ◽  
Trudy R. Mallinson ◽  
Kenneth J. Ottenbacher
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Research ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Confidence Levels ◽  
Research Findings
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