Occupational Therapy for People with Early Parkinson's Disease: A Retrospective Program Evaluation.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Clinical practice guidelines establish that occupational therapy (OT) services are indicated for people with early Parkinson's disease (PD). However, OT is uncommon compared to other rehabilitation services. This study describes the development and evaluation of a proactive, consultative OT program for people with early PD as a part of an integrated care approach.

Materials and methods

The program was developed by an occupational therapist adapting practice guidelines for people with early PD. Retrospective program evaluation occurred at an outpatient rehabilitation clinic. The consultative OT program for early PD includes a 90-minute evaluation with instruction in self-management techniques, individually tailored exercises, and follow-up recommendations. The program

SUBMITTER: Sadural A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9300278 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature