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Hi I’m an OT apprentice in my first year and was wondering if anyone could recommend any useful books for me to read please?

This YouTube channel was created when I was an OT student for my doctoral capstone project in the hopes to educate novice clinicians and new graduates in the area of splinting who may not have the background with it.

Research shows that new graduates do not have the adequate experience or background when it comes to fabricating splints for patients which is making these new grads unconfident with his/her orthotic fabrication skills.

This channel was designed to assist and provide guidance to these clinicians who may need extra guidance with step-by-step directions on how to fabricate different orthotic devices for the hand and upper extremity while also discussion indications, precautions, the purpose and type of splint required, etc.

Check out the link below as well as my Instagram page to see the training videos provided for you to help assist you in the clinic with your patients!

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This YouTube channel was designed to educate novice occupational therapists and any rehab professional interested in the fabrication process or designing orthoses for the upper extremity. These videos discuss different splints that can be utilized for orthopedic conditions with step by step instructions on how to fabricate them along with the indications, purpose of the splint, precautions, and more! Check out my instagram “splinting101” for pictures of the orthoses completed that go along with the YouTube videos and my etsy page for my “Splinting101 pocket guide,” a quick reference tool/guide on how to fabricate basic orthotic devices! Instagram: @Splinting101 Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1425499266/introduction-to-orthotic-fabrication?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=splinting101&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1

Hey everyone,

I’m excited to start my first year of Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in a month!

I’m very interested in beginning my research journey right from the first year. How should I approach this as an Occupational Therapy student?

Additionally, what is the best way to approach professors regarding publications and research opportunities? Thank you so much for your help!

Hey, I've just started my last year studying and am looking for some advice on my dissertation idea. My proposed question is: Can engagement is meaningful occupations provided improved quality of life for adults recieveing end of life care?

I was just looking for feedback as to whether this is too broad ?

But any feedback would be gratefully received

Thank you