Hey readers! Two weeks ago I had the opportunity to engage in a 3-day splinting lab led by certified hand therapists (CHTs). We learned all about splinting, how to fabricate custom orthoses, and different diagnoses that would require an orthosis. I had so much fun during this lab! The CHTs were so knowledgeable and it … Continue reading My Experience in Splinting Lab
Hey readers! This week I had an incredible experience completing my third level 1 fieldwork placement. I was placed at an inpatient rehabilitation facility where I observed an occupational therapist for three days. Level 1 fieldwork is comprised of 24 hours of observation in various settings, so that's why I was only there for 3 … Continue reading Level 1 Fieldwork: Inpatient Rehabilitation
Hey readers! This week's Journal Club Discussion is a little different. I was recently asked some advice on what to do for an injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC). I guess as an OT student, people think I have answers to this kind of question! I decided to make this the topic of our … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #19: Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury
Hey readers! Today I want to talk about one of my favorite places on earth: the Jersey Shore. I know what you're all thinking...Snooki, partying, wild nights. False! The Jersey Shore is an underrated piece of heaven. My boyfriend, Ryan, grew up in New Jersey, and a few years ago his parents moved to the … Continue reading The Travel Diaries: The Jersey Shore
Hey readers! I got a request from a reader a while back for tips that don't break the bank for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I am not an expert, and I am still a student, but I do have some tips that might be helpful. I have worked with teens and … Continue reading Tips for Parents of Children with Autism
Hey readers! Last week was my first week of the condensed summer semester, so I am about to get very busy! (I can already feel the stress piling on...) This summer I am taking OT in Physical Dysfunction, which relates to the topic we are discussing this week: spinal cord injuries (SCI). The article that … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #18: ADLs Among SCI Patients 20 Years After Injury
Hey readers! Today I want to talk about my exercise routine. As you may know, I have a bachelors degree in exercise science, and my undergraduate education really gave me an appreciation and love of working out. It is even one of my favorite leisure occupations! Read more about my exercise science degree and my … Continue reading My Exercise Routine
Hey readers! This week I am bringing you my 10 tips to ace Clinical Anatomy. For those of you attending MGH IHP this summer, you will be taking this class. I'm not going to lie, it is tough! Even though I had taken anatomy & physiology with lab as a prerequisite for OT school, Clinical … Continue reading Anatomy Survival Guide: 10 Tips to Ace Anatomy
Hey readers! Happy Mother's Day! Today my sister and I are taking our mom to an Alice in Wonderland themed tea room for a tea tasting. She loves tea, so I think she will really love it. I hope you are all enjoying your day! In honor of Mother's Day, I thought that we would … Continue reading Journal Club Discussion #17: Preventative OT for New & Expectant Mothers
Hey readers! I just got back from a short birthday getaway to Florida, and I am so excited to share what I did with all of you. My boyfriend, Ryan, and I went down on Saturday evening and got back late Wednesday night (we were able to find cheaper flights on those days versus flying … Continue reading The Travel Diaries: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Allison The OT 