{"title":"Mapping Robotics and Occupation-Based Practice in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Chirathip Thawisuk, Kaoru Inoue, Natsuka Suyama, Ryusuke Miyadera, Chanitpon Bunyawat","doi":"10.1177/15394492251347160","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251347160","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Stroke rehabilitation often focuses on motor recovery, with robotic-assisted therapy showing promise in enhancing upper limb function. However, these interventions primarily target physical improvements and often neglect occupation-based practices. This scoping review examined how robotic rehabilitation aligns with occupational therapy principles by examining how real-life tasks are incorporated. Using Arksey and O'Malley's framework, we systematically reviewed studies published between January 2014 and July 2024 across PubMed, CINAHL, and Scopus. Of the 15 studies analyzed, most employed exoskeletons or soft robotic gloves for task-specific training, incorporating activities such as dressing, eating, and household chores. Hybrid protocols combining clinic-based robotic therapy with home programs were prevalent, demonstrating significant motor improvements. However, occupational performance outcomes were rarely measured, making it unclear whether motor gains translated into functional improvements. While robotic technologies hold promises for occupation-based rehabilitation, further research is needed to ensure these interventions support meaningful engagement and functional independence for stroke survivors.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251347160"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144303227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Screening Fitness to Drive After Stroke Across Demographic Subgroups: A Systematic Review.","authors":"April Vander Veen, Leaha Johnston, Jeffrey Holmes, Patricia Tucker, Liliana Alvarez","doi":"10.1177/15394492251344518","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251344518","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Return to driving is a valued activity among people who experience stroke. Health care providers, including occupational therapists, require evidence-based tools for driver screening post-stroke, validated for stroke with representation of diverse demographic subgroups. To identify tests supported in the literature predictive of fitness to drive after stroke and critically appraise the representativeness of extant research across demographic subgroups. A systematic literature review was conducted to address the objectives. Consistent with prior research, the Stroke Driver's Screening Assessment and Trail Making Test-B were the most predictive of driver fitness. However, research has consistently underrepresented women, people younger than 55 years of age, and people from low-income countries. Further research is needed with (a) more detailed reporting of participant demographics and (b) increased representation of demographic subgroups within samples, to support culturally informed driver screening practices following stroke.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251344518"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144303228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mitchell Voss, Sierra Rusch, Jennifer Homa-Bonell, Abigail Hanson, Naima Muckom, Taylor Romdenne, Jennifer Maronek
{"title":"Psychological Status and Work Rehabilitation Program Outcomes.","authors":"Mitchell Voss, Sierra Rusch, Jennifer Homa-Bonell, Abigail Hanson, Naima Muckom, Taylor Romdenne, Jennifer Maronek","doi":"10.1177/15394492251345782","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251345782","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Injuries occurring at work can have consequences exceeding the physical impairments including an impact on one's mental health. This retrospective cohort study aimed to determine whether components of mental health correlate to outcomes of a work rehabilitation program. The sample included 355 participants treated between 2017 and 2020 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The OSPRO Yellow Flag Assessment Tool, Beck's Depression Inventory, the Patient Health Questionnaire-2, Pain Anxiety Symptoms Scale, and the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia were administered to patients in the work rehabilitation program. The assessments indicated a weak positive correlation between the varying psychological factors assessed and the duration of stay within the work rehabilitation program and a weak negative correlation between the percentage of job demands met at discharge. A patient's psychological status was found to be associated with outcomes with a work rehabilitation program.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251345782"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144295112","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Art Group Interventions for Children With Learning Differences: A Systematic Review.","authors":"N B Conolly, M Hoosain, G Rautenbach, N A Plastow","doi":"10.1177/15394492251340378","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251340378","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>There is a lack of evidence-based practice to support the development of children with learning differences via art group interventions. Consequently, this mixed-methods systematic review synthesized existing international research on the outcomes and feasibility of art group interventions for children (≤18 years old) with learning differences, such as autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and generated a framework to guide occupational therapists using art group interventions. Primary studies with a visual art group intervention, children with a neurodevelopmental disorder(s), and feasibility and/or effectiveness outcomes were included with no limiters being applied. Eight electronic databases were screened and two independent reviewers were involved in article selection. Data heterogeneity prevented the meta-analysis of effectiveness outcomes. Analysis showed art group interventions can reduce \"problem behaviors\" and improve social interaction, self-expression, well-being, general development, and caregiver attachment for children with learning differences. Guidelines: The AR<sup>3</sup>T Principles.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251340378"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144276261","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sensory Processing Patterns in People With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.","authors":"Gretchen L Bachman, Brooke Tubbs, Emily Kerr","doi":"10.1177/15394492251344526","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251344526","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Limited literature exists investigating the relationship between sensory processing and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). This study aimed to identify and understand sensory processing patterns for people with CRPS. This study employs a cross-sectional survey design. Participants were a sample of convenience and completed two electronic surveys: a demographic survey and the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile (AASP). More than 90% of participants (<i>n</i>=62) were female and White or White in combination. Participants 18 to 64 perceived sensory experiences in subtypes of low registration, sensory sensitivity, and sensation avoiding, while they demonstrated lower perceived levels of sensation seeking. Participants above 65 reported experiencing sensory sensitivity and sensation avoiding \"much more than most people.\" There were patterns between sensory sensitivity to low registration and sensation avoiding, regardless of age. Above 65, low registration and sensation avoiding were significantly related. Patterns exist within sensory processing subtypes in people with CRPS.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251344526"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144182559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gokcen Akyurek, Medine Nur Özata Değerli, Fatıma Zehra Doğan, Sultan Aslan
{"title":"Psychometric Properties of the Turkish Version of Time Organization and Participation Scale.","authors":"Gokcen Akyurek, Medine Nur Özata Değerli, Fatıma Zehra Doğan, Sultan Aslan","doi":"10.1177/15394492251338590","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251338590","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Standardized assessment tools are crucial for evaluating time organization in daily tasks. This study aimed to adapt the Time Organization and Participation Scale (TOPS) into Turkish and assess its psychometric properties. A total of 250 participants (72 individuals with disabilities and 178 without disabilities) completed a sociodemographic form, Turkish version of the Time Organization and Participation Scale (TOPS-TR), the Time Management Questionnaire (TMQ), and the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS-2.0). The TOPS-TR consisted of 25 items, and three factors explained 63.33% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the scale had acceptable validity (root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA):0.071, Non-normed fit index (NNFI):0.902, comparative fit index (CFI):0.918, incremental fit index (IFI):0.920, Chi-square/Degrees of Freedom (CMIN/DF):1.185-. Convergent construct validity showed a correlation between the TOPS-TR and TMQ and WHODAS-2.0. The scale demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.931). The TOPS-TR is a valid and reliable tool for assessing time organization and participation in Turkish adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251338590"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144152298","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Investigating Social Support and Compensation Mediators for Subjective Cognition and Community Participation.","authors":"Laurel Reeves, Lisa Tabor Connor, Yejin Lee","doi":"10.1177/15394492251340387","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251340387","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>It is crucial to investigate factors that alleviate the negative association between subjective cognitive decline (SCD) and community participation to identify intervention targets for facilitating community participation in aging adults. This study aimed to investigate whether social support and compensatory strategy use mediate the association between SCD and community participation. This is a cross-sectional study with 93 community-dwelling aging adults. The data was collected using a survey method. We tested two individual regression-based mediation models with social support and compensatory strategy use as mediators. Social support (Indirect effect β = -0.097, 98% confidence interval = -4.481 to -0.651), but not compensatory strategy use (<i>p</i> > .05), partially mediated the association between SCD and community participation. Occupational therapy practitioners may wish to address social support to reduce the negative association between SCD and community participation in aging adults. Additional studies are required to recommend compensatory strategy use to mitigate the negative association between SCD and community participation.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251340387"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144129138","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vy Nguyễn, Maya Cakmak, Wendy A Rogers, Charles C Kemp, Teresa Fair-Field
{"title":"Beyond Motor Impairment: Empowering Functional Performance With Robotics.","authors":"Vy Nguyễn, Maya Cakmak, Wendy A Rogers, Charles C Kemp, Teresa Fair-Field","doi":"10.1177/15394492251324915","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251324915","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>There is an increasing need for assistive robots to support independent living for people with physical disabilities, but few are commercially accessible to users in their homes. Our objective was to investigate how the functional performance of everyday activities improved the performance of an individual with quadriplegia using the Stretch robot. We implemented a participatory design approach using a single subject volunteer sampling. Point-in-time evaluations included Stroke Specific Quality of Life Scale (SS-QOL) and Stroke Impact Scale (SIS). Pre- and post-measures included the Goal Attainment Scale (GAS) to assess intervention effectiveness on personalized goals. There was a statistically significant improvement in baseline GAS scores based on the individual's goals in grooming (+2), self-feeding (+2), social participation (+2 giving a rose, +0 playing cards), and meal planning (+2) along with a <i>T</i>-scale score of 74.43. The individual's functional performance in daily activities improved with Stretch while reducing care partner assistance, contributing positively to their experiences.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251324915"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144112242","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Natalie M Weix, Hannah M Shake, Ana F Duran Saavedra, Hannah E Clingan, Victoria C Hernandez, Gabriella M Johnson, Alison DeVries Hansen, Diane M Collins, Loree E Pryor, Riqiea Kitchens, Amber Armstead, Claudia Hilton
{"title":"Cognitive Interventions and Rehabilitation to Address Long-COVID Symptoms: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Natalie M Weix, Hannah M Shake, Ana F Duran Saavedra, Hannah E Clingan, Victoria C Hernandez, Gabriella M Johnson, Alison DeVries Hansen, Diane M Collins, Loree E Pryor, Riqiea Kitchens, Amber Armstead, Claudia Hilton","doi":"10.1177/15394492251328310","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251328310","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Long COVID symptoms include cognitive and physical deficits impacting one's functional performance and quality of life. Limited evidence examines the use of cognitive interventions provided by occupational therapists in treating long COVID symptoms among adults. This systematic review summarizes existing studies on cognitive interventions and rehabilitation to treat long COVID symptoms and discusses their potential use within the scope of occupational therapy practice. We identified literature from 2021 to 2023 through searches of MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane Trials, and Scopus databases. Nineteen articles met inclusion criteria and were categorized into five types of intervention: (a) cognitive training, (b) cognitive behavioral therapy, (c) neurostimulation, (d) neurostimulation combined with cognitive training, and (e) multi-component rehabilitation programs. Strong evidence supports cognitive training, moderate supports cognitive behavioral training and low-level evidence supports other interventions provided by occupational therapists to target long COVID cognitive symptoms in adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251328310"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144095484","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Callie M Victor, Emmie Content, Anna Finley, Morgan Kerns, Jane Pyon, Sara Joy Richards, Elizabeth M Schulz
{"title":"Silent Struggles: Mental Health and Community Integration of Adults With Sensory Impairments.","authors":"Callie M Victor, Emmie Content, Anna Finley, Morgan Kerns, Jane Pyon, Sara Joy Richards, Elizabeth M Schulz","doi":"10.1177/15394492251338560","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251338560","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Older adults with sensory impairments report higher levels of anxiety, depression, and social isolation than those without these impairments. This study aims to determine whether older adults with and without sensory impairments who attend a senior day center or reside in a retirement community differ in their mental health and community integration. A descriptive study was conducted with 22 participants who self-reported a hearing or a visual impairment, utilizing the Community Integration Measure and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21. No differences were found in community integration or mental health conditions based on impairment type; however, a correlation between depression and community integration was identified. Significant correlations were observed between stress and anxiety levels in individuals with hearing impairments and between stress and sensory impairments compared with those without. Stress and anxiety are prevalent among older adults with hearing loss, underscoring the importance of incorporating mental health initiatives into the community.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251338560"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}