Sarah Davies, Emmah Doig, Matthew Gullo, Hannah Gullo
{"title":"Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) in Parkinson's: Randomized Trial Findings.","authors":"Sarah Davies, Emmah Doig, Matthew Gullo, Hannah Gullo","doi":"10.1177/00084174251327307","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00084174251327307","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>People with Parkinson's disease (PwPD) experience increasing disability due to progressive motor and non-motor symptoms. Comprehensive rehabilitation approaches are needed to maximize their daily functioning. CO-OP targets daily functioning and has established efficacy in populations with similar symptom profiles.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore the potential of CO-OP for PwPD, a feasibility randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Consenting PwPD (<i>n </i>= 20) were recruited to a parallel group, assessor masked RCT. Following baseline assessment, participants were randomized to CO-OP (20 sessions:10-weeks) or a waitlist control (WLC; 0 sessions: 10 weeks). Goal attainment, functional and cognitive status, quality of life, self-efficacy, transfer, and maintenance were measured. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Effort (<i>M </i>= 3.02/5) and enjoyment (<i>M </i>= 3.15/5) ratings; homework completion (<i>M </i>= 91%) and protocol adherence (<i>M </i>= 82%) indicate that CO-OP is feasible. CO-OP was superior to the WLC on Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) performance (<i>p</i>=<.001), COPM satisfaction (<i>p</i>=<.001), and Performance Quality Rating Scale (PQRS; <i>p</i>=<.001) but not the Goal Attainment Scale (GAS; <i>p </i>= .123).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Addressing a critical gap in Parkinson's disease management, findings suggest that CO-OP is implementable, feasible, and potentially beneficial for PwPD. Further research is warranted to further establish efficacy.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"84174251327307"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143711683","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Occupational Therapy Professional Identity: Learning From the <i>Muriel Driver Memorial</i> Lectures.","authors":"Yasmine Frikha, Andrew Freeman, Nancy Côté","doi":"10.1177/00084174251327348","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00084174251327348","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Given the well-documented professional identity challenges experienced by occupational therapists, reinforcing the profession's identity (collective and individual) is crucial for navigating changing environments and optimizing its contribution. The <i>Muriel Driver Memorial Lectureship</i> is an important component of the collective identity of the profession in Canada.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>A professional identity lens was used to trace the evolution of the profession's collective identity in Canada through this lectureship.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Using sociological professional identity theory, a documentary longitudinal analysis was conducted on the 43 published lectureship articles (1975-2023), identifying key messages, values, knowledge, and practices.</p><p><strong>Findings: </strong>Eight main themes were identified: professional identity, epistemology, axiology, change and leadership, contribution, history, quality, and technology. The analysis revealed an evolving common base of values (occupation, client-centred, social justice) and knowledge (occupation-centred). Persistent challenges included defining theoretical foundations, resisting the biomedical model, and realizing the social vision in practice. The lectures highlighted occupational therapists' evolving roles and ability to contribute to and lead change.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The lectures provide insights into the evolution of occupational therapy's collective identity in Canada. Despite ongoing challenges, the contemporary context appears to be increasingly favourable for occupational therapists to practise consistent with the collective identity trends identified.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"84174251327348"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143671687","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluating a Family Capacity-Building Service: Are We Doing More Good Than Harm?","authors":"Marie Grandisson, Myriam Chrétien-Vincent, Gabrielle Pratte, Cynthia Fauteux, Justine Marcotte, Emmanuelle Jasmin, Élise Milot, Julie Bergeron","doi":"10.1177/00084174251323729","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00084174251323729","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> Parents of children with special needs are more likely to experience stress and have health-related problems. Pediatric occupational therapy interventions that build parents' capacity are often considered to be effective. It remains unclear how they can be offered without overburdening parents. <b>Purpose.</b> The purpose of this article is to share the findings from the evaluation of a flexible capacity-building occupational therapy service with seven families. <b>Method.</b> A convergent parallel mixed methods design was used to document parents' and occupational therapists' perspectives on the services, including outcomes, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. <b>Findings.</b> Parents reported understanding their children better, having more positive attitudes toward the challenges experienced, feeling more confident that they could help them, and having more satisfactory family routines. The importance for therapists to develop nonjudgmental collaborative relationships, to be flexible and to use the time available to help families with what matters the most in their daily lives came out particularly loudly. <b>Conclusion.</b> This study provides a concrete example of how it is possible to build families' capacities without overburdening them. It also provides guidance to establishments wishing to take a step back to think about how they build families' capacities.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"84174251323729"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143626576","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Giovanna Tornatore, Hannah Gullo, Jennifer Fleming
{"title":"Technology-Enabled Upper Limb Rehabilitation for Neurological Impairment: A Feasibility Randomized-Controlled Trial Protocol.","authors":"Giovanna Tornatore, Hannah Gullo, Jennifer Fleming","doi":"10.1177/00084174251316105","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00084174251316105","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> Technology-enabled upper limb (UL) rehabilitation improves therapy intensity and impairment outcomes, however clinical usage remains low and evidence for functional outcomes is limited. While benefits of single-mode technologies have been demonstrated, a combination of technology modes or \"hybrid\" approach is an emerging option with shoulder to fingertip capability. Investigation of this approach within a hospital setting is warranted to inform occupational therapy practice with neurological patients. <b>Purpose.</b> This study examines feasibility of hybrid technology-enabled UL rehabilitation for in-patients with neurological impairments. <b>Method and Analyses.</b> A Phase II feasibility randomized controlled trial (RCT) will compare usual care versus hybrid technology intervention using three technology modes (robotics, virtual reality, sensor-based therapy) plus usual care. Pre-post outcomes for UL impairment, activity, participation and self-reported function will be analyzed using 2 × 2 repeated measures ANOVA. Effect sizes will inform a power analysis for a full-scale RCT. Field observations and participant surveys will capture feasibility factors. It is anticipated hybrid technology for UL neurorehabilitation will be feasible in a hospital setting and show preliminary effectiveness for improving UL use in daily activities. <b>Ethics and Dissemination.</b> Ethics granted from RBWH Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC/2020/QRBW/67076) and The University of Queensland (2021/HE002211).</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"84174251316105"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143626577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Therapists to Therapy Assistants: Experiences of Internationally Educated Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.","authors":"Zeal Kadakia, Ana Lopez, Maheen Shahid, Ashley Theoret, Ronessa Dass, Shaminder Dhillon, Jasdeep Dhir, Tara Packham","doi":"10.1177/00084174241255467","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00084174241255467","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> In Canada, internationally educated physiotherapists (IEPTs) and occupational therapists (IEOTs) may work as occupational/physical therapy assistants (OTAs/PTAs) while pursuing Canadian licensure. This experience presents personal and professional opportunities and challenges. <b>Purpose:</b> We explored a) the barriers and facilitators experienced by IEPTs and IEOTs working as OTAs/PTAs while pursuing licensure in Canada and b) how might their professional identity changes during this period. <b>Methods:</b> In this cross-sectional qualitative study, we sampled IEPTs and IEOTs working as assistants using online focus groups. Reflexive thematic analysis of data was used to generate themes. <b>Findings:</b> Fourteen IEPTs or IEOTs participated reporting barriers including financial impacts while working as an OTA/PTA, discrimination, and challenges completing licensing exams. Facilitators while working as OTA/PTAs included social support, acculturation with Canadian systems, and career opportunities. Changes to professional identity encompassed accepting a new identity, reclaiming their old identity, or having a strong sense of identity within a healthcare profession. Participants advocated for bridging programs and modifications for examination processes for IEPTs and IEOTs to improve their experiences while pursuing licensure in Canada. <b>Conclusion:</b> Increased advocacy is needed to address the current experiences of IEPTs and IEOTs working as OTA/PTAs after migration.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"18-28"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11898375/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141158074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Miri Tal-Saban, Shahar Zaguri-Vittenberg, Yonat Ivzori
{"title":"Enhancing Occupational Therapists' Intervention Capabilities With Adolescents With Neurodevelopmental Disorders.","authors":"Miri Tal-Saban, Shahar Zaguri-Vittenberg, Yonat Ivzori","doi":"10.1177/00084174241272010","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00084174241272010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> Adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) have an increased risk of participation limitations. Occupational therapy faces knowledge-to-practice gaps among this population. <b>Purpose.</b> To examine the effectiveness of a continuing-education program for occupational therapists working with adolescents with NDDs. <b>Method.</b> The study used a mixed-method design, including pre-post comparisons of competence and sense of self-efficacy of occupational therapists to work with adolescents with NDDs. Interviews regarding the program's perceived contribution to practice were conducted. <b>Results.</b> Post-program results showed significantly (<i>p </i>< .001) higher professional competence and self-efficacy for interventions and evaluation skills with NDD's adolescents and transition programs as well as higher knowledge about adolescence and NDDs characteristics. Contrary, there was no change in competence and self-efficacy regarding client-centred interventions with adolescents. Program participants increased their professional confidence and incorporated evidence-based methods into routine practice. <b>Implications.</b> The continuing-education program that was examined expanded the occupational therapy practitioner's knowledge and professional skills, resulting in a change in their capacity to practice with adolescents narrowing the knowledge-to-practice gap. Future studies involving the client perspective, regarding their participation may validate and support continuing-education program for occupational therapists.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"39-49"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141908068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jiayi Du, Alexander Bird, Giovanna Boniface, Jeffrey Boniface, W Ben Mortenson
{"title":"The Perceived Role of Occupational Therapists in Climate Change.","authors":"Jiayi Du, Alexander Bird, Giovanna Boniface, Jeffrey Boniface, W Ben Mortenson","doi":"10.1177/00084174241259304","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00084174241259304","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> In 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) predicted that climate change would cause thousands of additional deaths per year from malnutrition, malaria, diarrhea, and heat stress alone between the years of 2030 and 2050. With such health consequences and environmental changes, climate change is impacting human occupations globally. However, there is a gap in the literature regarding the occupational therapists' role in climate change, particularly in the Canadian context. <b>Purpose.</b> Our research aimed to explore what is the perceived role of occupational therapists in climate change and climate action from the perspective of Canadian occupational therapists and international experts. <b>Method.</b> This qualitative study used interpretive description methodology. We recruited 12 occupational therapists, including 4 research experts in the field. We conducted semi-structured interviews with each participant. Data were analyzed thematically. <b>Findings.</b> This study uncovered three themes that focused on the complex interconnections between climate challenges and climate actions that occupational therapists are wrestling with personally, clinically, and professionally. Specifically, this study emphasized the importance of supporting individual occupational therapists with their personal challenges, integrating climate actions into clinical practices, and incorporating climate change and climate justice into occupational therapy curricula and professional advocacy. <b>Implications.</b> The environment, including the planet's ecosystem, is a fundamental component in many models of occupational therapy practice. This research provides a rich understanding in the themes of occupational therapists' perceptions of climate change and climate actions, particularly within a Canadian context.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"60-70"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11898387/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141301911","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Julia Elizabeth Grace Foster, Michelle Borgal, Sarah Wise, Colleen Erin McGrath, Rosemary Lysaght
{"title":"Essential Occupational Therapy Competencies for Low Vision and Blindness.","authors":"Julia Elizabeth Grace Foster, Michelle Borgal, Sarah Wise, Colleen Erin McGrath, Rosemary Lysaght","doi":"10.1177/00084174241262246","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00084174241262246","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> The prevalence of low vision and blindness in persons across the lifespan means that occupational therapists will encounter these conditions across all areas of practice. Practitioners must be equipped with competencies necessary to recognize and respond to vision loss-related concerns. <b>Purpose.</b> This study sought to identify essential occupational therapy competencies when providing services to people with low vision and blindness. <b>Method.</b> The study employed a three-phase modified Delphi methodology administered through online surveys and focus group. Respondents included people with low vision or blindness, professionals with special expertise in low vision/blindness, and occupational therapists in other practice areas. Data were analyzed using an iterative, consensus-generating strategy involving quantitative analysis of competencies, qualitative input, and expert panel review. <b>Findings.</b> The process yielded a 51-item competency framework organized into six domains. <b>Implications.</b> The framework provides the foundation for a common curriculum for Canadian occupational therapy programs and for the creation of educational resources.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"50-59"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142082375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Occupational Therapy Statement of Commitment to Indigenous Peoples in Canada Déclaration D'Engagement Des Ergothérapeutes À L'égard Des Peuples Autochtones Du Canada.","authors":"","doi":"10.1177/00084174241307161","DOIUrl":"10.1177/00084174241307161","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"4-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143400436","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Occupational Therapists' Psychotherapy Competence: A Scoping Review of Secondary Data.","authors":"Andrea Mandzuk, Pamela Wener","doi":"10.1177/00084174251319768","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/00084174251319768","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background.</b> Occupational therapists have been writing about and practicing psychotherapy for almost a century. However, questions about competence and tensions regarding psychotherapy in occupational therapy persist both within and outside the profession. <b>Purpose.</b> To explore the scope of the existing literature on psychotherapy competence written by occupational therapists and/or pertaining to occupational therapy research or practice. <b>Method.</b> A secondary analysis of the 207 articles included in the scoping review by Marshall and colleagues was conducted. Using inductive and deductive approaches, data from 207 articles were screened, extracted, and analyzed to identify themes related to competence in psychotherapy. <b>Findings.</b> The 104 articles included spanned from 1927 to 2020; 50% were non-empirical. The narrative synthesis had one overall theme, Professional Identity, and three subthemes: Competence, Attaining and Maintaining Competence, and The Great Debate. There was no consistent pathway outlined for occupational therapists to attain psychotherapy competence, which may contribute to role confusion and dissonance. <b>Conclusion.</b> This review revealed the reciprocal relationship between professional identity and psychotherapy competence in occupational therapists. Future research should explore how the use of psychotherapy competence pathways impacts professional identity and contributes to practice competence.</p>","PeriodicalId":49097,"journal":{"name":"Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy-Revue Canadienne D Ergotherapie","volume":" ","pages":"84174251319768"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143442536","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}