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  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode 06 of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    01:10 - Visual Scanning and Attention Based on Words
    These visual scanning activities require attention to detail while reading words.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/visual-scanning-and-attention-based-on-words

    05:15 - Structural Vocal Pathologies
    This resource provides detailed information regarding structural vocal pathologies that may be seen during the fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES).
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/structural-vocal-pathologies

    10:50 - How to Use the PQRST Reading Strategy
    The PQRST reading strategy is helpful for students and/or people after a brain injury to organize and encourage memory for new reading comprehension learning.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/how-to-use-the-pqrst-reading-strategy

    15:48 - Changes in Swallowing After Laryngectomy
    After a total laryngectomy, there is likely no concern for aspiration. However, there are still structural changes that will impact swallowing function that the medical team should consider.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/changes-in-swallowing-after-laryngectomy

    19:24 - Dysphagia Following a Total Laryngectomy: The Effect on Quality of Life, Functioning, and Psychological Well-Being (2009)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/dysphagia-following-a-total-laryngectomy-the-effect-on-quality-of-life-functioning-and-psychological-well-being-2009

    22:38 - Broad List of Treatments for Aphasia
    This resource provides a broad list and brief description of treatments for aphasia.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/broad-list-of-treatments-for-aphasia

    28:03 - Effectiveness of Constraint-Induced Language Therapy for Aphasia: Evidence From Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (2023)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/effectiveness-of-constraint-induced-language-therapy-for-aphasia-evidence-from-systematic-reviews-and-meta-analysis-2023

    35:38 - Case Study
    Bob is a 61 yo male who works as an architect. He survived a R CVA and is dealing with significant left neglect. He is able to read and pragmatic skills are WFL. He would like to finish designing a home he has been working on and then transition to being an adjunct professor at the local university. His biggest complaint is that he cannot fully participate in the design process because he isn’t paying attention to the left side of blueprints.

    36:37 - Left Neglect
    This handout describes what left neglect is, what its symptoms are, the risks associated with this condition, and a small collection of treatment options and strategies. The handout includes visuals to help describe the type of brain lesions that cause visual neglect.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/left-neglect/

    38:27 - The Lighthouse Strategy for Visual Scanning Training
    This resource is an educational tool to improve visual scanning through the use of the lighthouse strategy. Research has found that implementation of this strategy with individuals who experience unilateral neglect improved safety and performance with route-finding, as well as with problem-solving tasks.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/the-lighthouse-strategy-for-visual-scanning-training/

    39:40 - Visual Scanning + Language Task
    This language task features 48 word squares that correlate to 48 single written word cards. The task is designed for speech-language pathologists working with people who have therapy goals related to word-finding, single word functional reading, and visual-spatial matching. Great for SLP-OT and SLP-PT co-treats!
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/matching-pictures-to-words/

  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode 05 of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    01:28 - Clinical Resource: IDDSI Level 7 (Regular Easy to Chew)
    The International Dysphagia Diet Initiative (IDDSI) level seven is for modified solids called “Regular Easy to Chew.” This material provides information for patients and their caregivers on this consistency’s characteristics, why it may be recommended, ways to test it at home, and helpful recommendations for preparation.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/clinical-resource-iddsi-level-7-regular-easy-to-chew

    07:03 - Glossary of Terminology in Chest X-Rays Reports for the SLP
    This resource provides labels of structures on chest x-rays and a glossary of terminology used in reports important for the SLP.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/glossary-of-terminology-in-chest-x-rays-reports-for-the-slp

    13:50 - The Role of Speech Therapy with Head and Neck Cancer
    This resource is designed for patients who have received a diagnosis of head and neck cancer and may not be aware of how a speech-language pathologist can help them on their journey.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/the-role-of-speech-therapy-with-head-and-neck-cancer

    23:18 - Dysphagia, voice problems, and pain in head and neck cancer patients (2021)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/dysphagia-voice-problems-and-pain-in-head-and-neck-cancer-patients-2021

    27:13 - Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) Presentation Checklist and Notes
    This resource provides an SLP with a checklist of areas to consider and make a note of before and during a videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS).
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/videofluoroscopic-swallow-study-vfss-presentation-checklist-and-notes

    35:13 - Treatment of Wernicke’s Aphasia
    This resource provides guidance for treating receptive language impairment, a cornerstone impairment for a person with Wernicke’s aphasia.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/treatment-of-wernickes-aphasia

    47:48 - Auditory training changes temporal lobe connectivity in ‘Wernicke’s aphasia’: a randomised trial (2017)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/auditory-training-changes-temporal-lobe-connectivity-in-wernickes-aphasia-a-randomised-trial-2017

    52:32 - Case Study
    Tegan is an SLP who works in a large facility that offers inpatient rehabilitation as well as long-term care. She started the job a few weeks ago and notices a lack of oral care throughout the facility, which is particularly alarming for the patients on her caseload who are at risk for respiratory compromise when eating and drinking. Tegan documents the need for oral care as well as instructions, but does not see follow through. She attempts to build relationships with the nurses, but learns that there is not currently a precedent for amicable relationships between SLPs and nurses in the facility, with a growing divide between the two teams. When they approach their colleagues about the issue, their SLP colleagues respond with frustration towards the nursing staff, stating that they never listen or follow through.

    53:44 - Oral Care and Aspiration Pneumonia
    Handout to provide to staff, patients, and family to help communicate the importance of oral care to prevent aspiration pneumonia.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-and-aspiration-pneumonia/

    56:08 - Oral Care Staff Cue Cards
    These four cue cards are designed to remind staff to follow aspiration precautions. Card #1: Complete oral care before serving a meal. #2: Complete oral care after meals. #3: Put dentures in before a meal. #4: Assist with oral care before bed.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-staff-cue-cards/

    01:02:24 - Oral Care and Overall Health
    Oral care continues to be one of the most powerful preventative cares in rehabilitation and long-term care settings. This handout describes the latest research showing the effect that oral care can have on overall health, including brain function, heart longevity, and diabetes management.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-and-overall-health/

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  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode 04 of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    01:40 - Incentive Spirometer
    This resource provides basic education about incentive spirometry, including who should use an incentive spirometer, its benefits of use, how to use it, and normative values.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/incentive-spirometer

    11:17 - Organizing and Planning a Calendar: Volunteering and Family Vacation
    This scheduling task requires a person to use various executive function skills, including good initiation, visual scanning, divided visual attention, planning/organization, reading comprehension, written expression, and problem solving/reasoning.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/organizing-and-planning-a-calendar-volunteering-and-family-vacation

    16:18 - Identifying Relevant vs. Irrelevant Information: An Attention Activity
    This therapy activity challenges an individual to determine what information is relevant or irrelevant to the passage’s main idea.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/identifying-relevant-vs-irrelevant-information-an-attention-activity

    21:16 - The Effect of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Swallowing Function
    This resource explains how repeated episodes of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can affect a person’s swallow function.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/the-effect-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea-on-swallowing-function

    24:42 - Effects of Comprehensive Swallowing Intervention on Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Dysphagia After Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2022)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/effects-of-comprehensive-swallowing-intervention-on-obstructive-sleep-apnea-and-dysphagia-after-stroke-a-randomized-controlled-trial-2022

    29:38 - Time Pressure Management for the Treatment of Information Processing Speed
    This resource provides education on the hierarchy of decision-making for the successful use of time pressure management (TPM) and how to train patients to use TPM to compensate for slowed information processing speed.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/time-pressure-management-for-the-treatment-of-information-processing-speed

    39:30 - INCOG 2.0 Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Part III: Executive Functions (2023)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/incog-2-0-guidelines-for-cognitive-rehabilitation-following-traumatic-brain-injury-part-iii-executive-functions-2023

    45:30 - Case Study
    Jackie, a 32 year-old female s/p craniotomy for benign brain tumor. Works as a 2nd grade teacher. Her partner has noticed a change in her personality and behavior, stating that he has “lost her filter.” Speech is loquacious, with few conversational turns and limited topic maintenance. Impaired short-term memory, resulting in fragmented conversation and poor follow-through on immediate tasks at hand. She is physically able to walk and complete all ADLs and plans to return home in three days. She also plans to return to work next week.

    50:13 - Strategies for Executive Function Dysfunction
    This handout provides ten compensatory strategies to help support executive function skills after a brain injury.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/strategies-for-executive-function-dysfunction/

    52:05 - Self-Awareness
    This handout describes the foundations of self-awareness as related to brain injury. This information breaks down intellectual awareness, emergent awareness, and anticipatory awareness and describes treatment processes in rehabilitation therapy that can improve self-awareness.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/self-awareness/

    56:22 - Changes to Behavior and Personality After Brain Injury
    Many patients and families struggle with the reality of the long-term changes in behavior and personality associated with brain injury. Includes descriptions of aggression, confabulation, emotional lability, lacking emotion, being put in unsafe situations, poor judgment, lack of initiation, disinhibition, agitation, and anxiety.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/changes-to-behavior-and-personality-after-brain-injury

  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode 03 of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    02:47 - Cough…Is it Strong Enough?
    This resource explains the physiological process of a cough, how to measure cough strength, and why an adequate peak expiratory flow rate is important.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/coughis-it-strong-enough

    11:45 - The Use of Cough Peak Flow in the Assessment of Respiratory Function in Clinical Practice - A Narrative Literature Review (2022)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/the-use-of-cough-peak-flow-in-the-assessment-of-respiratory-function-in-clinical-practice-a-narrative-literature-review-2022

    15:45 - The Five Components of Dysarthria
    This resource explores the five components considered when a speech therapist evaluates and treats dysarthria.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/the-five-components-of-dysarthria

    19:05 - Model of Attention
    This resource defines the distinct yet interrelated subcomponents of attention.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/model-of-attention

    27:19 - Environmental Swallowing Considerations for People with Dementia
    There are many adjustments that care partners can implement to improve the feeding environment for people with dementia.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/environmental-swallowing-considerations-for-people-with-dementia

    31:41 - Using Backward Design in Dysphagia Management: A Paradigm Shift Toward More Culturally Responsive Care (2022)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/using-backward-design-in-dysphagia-management-a-paradigm-shift-toward-more-culturally-responsive-care-2022

    37:02 - Impairments of Occipital Lobe Strokes
    This resource provides basic education regarding functional impairment related to occipital lobe strokes.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/impairments-of-occipital-lobe-strokes

    44:39 - Case Study
    Joe is a 72 yo male with COPD who is frequently re-admitted to the hospital due to what the doctor refers to as “non-compliance with medications.” You note that while Joe doesn’t have a neurological diagnosis, the OT shares with the team that he scored a 19/30 on the MOCA and it’s unclear if he is “non-compliant,” or simply unable to manage his medications successfully at home. Joe isn’t currently on your caseload.

    45:34 - Medication Management Aids
    With the complexity and number of medications administered following brain injury, other diagnoses, or general cognitive and physical decline with aging, it can be difficult for a person to manage their medications independently. Unfortunately, many people do not have the supervision or assistance needed 24/7 to assist with this skill. This handout provides a variety of aids including smart device applications, medication boxes, and pharmacy programs for medication administration that may help a person be more independent with medications.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/medication-management-aids/

    48:04 - Types of Acquired Brain Injury
    This handout is targeted for patients, staff, and caregivers, and outlines five major causes of acquired brain injury, including strokes, tumors, infections, brain hemorrhage, and loss of oxygen.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/types-of-acquired-brain-injury

    51:44 - Patient Non-Compliance: Deviance or Reasoned Decision-Making?
    Can be accessed via Google Scholar.

    55:28 - A Brief Comparison of Medical Models
    https://therapyinsights.com/free-downloads/

  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    01:55 - Apple Watch Safety Features
    This handout explains the safety features of the Apple Watch, a socially acceptable wearable technology.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/apple-watch-safety-features

    07:05 - Information Processing Speed Following Brain Injury (Based on INCOG 2.0 Recommendations)
    Information processing speed is related to the complex and multidimensional constructs of attention. This material describes two options to compensate for or treat slowed processing speed often seen following brain injury or other neurodegenerative disorders.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/information-processing-speed-following-brain-injury-based-on-incog-2-0-recommendations

    12:05 - INCOG 2.0 Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Part II: Attention and Information Processing Speed (2023)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/incog-2-0-guidelines-for-cognitive-rehabilitation-following-traumatic-brain-injury-part-ii-attention-and-information-processing-speed-2023

    20:15 - Dysphagia and Parkinson’s Disease
    Swallowing problems are common for people with Parkinson’s disease. However, it is underreported in the early stages. This handout explains the swallowing symptoms people with Parkinson’s disease can experience.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/dysphagia-and-parkinsons-disease

    23:09 - Characterizing Quality of Life in Caregivers of People with Parkinson’s Disease and Dysphagia (2021)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/characterizing-quality-of-life-in-caregivers-of-people-with-parkinsons-disease-and-dysphagia-2021

    29:15 - Visual Action Therapy for Global Aphasia
    Visual Action Therapy (VAT) is a treatment approach for aphasia when a person has global impairments of all language modalities. It incorporates training use of gestures for non-verbal communication of wants and needs.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/visual-action-therapy-for-global-aphasia

    38:32 - Comparing a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study and Esophagram
    A Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) and esophagram are helpful tools for evaluating a person’s swallowing function. This handout explains the similarities and differences to help determine which one may be more appropriate.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/comparing-a-videofluoroscopic-swallow-study-and-esophagram

    44:16 - Case Study
    Jim is a 24 year old male who sustained a TBI during a motor vehicle accident in which he was a bicyclist riding his bike alone at night with no lights or visibility stripes. He was not wearing a helmet. He was in a coma for 3 weeks and then began inpatient rehab. It has been two years since his injury and he is frustrated with his progress in therapy. He is physically fit and has mostly reached his PT goals. However, he finds it difficult to focus at work, frequently getting distracted and losing his train of thought. He’s thinking about becoming a respiratory therapist because he’s good with machines and people, but he doesn’t know if he can focus enough to study for tests. His physiatrist is recommending speech therapy but he is skeptical because he doesn’t see how speech therapy relates to being able to study.

    46:14 - Considerations for Return to Work/School After Brain Injury
    Returning to work/school is usually a primary goal for the brain injury survivor. This handout discusses areas the person and their team should consider as they plan a supportive return to work/school environment.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/considerations-for-return-to-work-school-after-brain-injury/

    49:45 - Speech Therapy and the Brain
    Handout illustrating the cognitive-linguistic scope of practice for speech-language pathologists. This handout describes a brief history of the field and breaks down the following cognitive-linguistic therapy targets: Initiation, anticipation, sequencing, impulse control, attention, memory, planning, organization, problem solving, visuospatial processing.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/speech-therapy-and-the-brain/

    51:55 - Strategies for Executive Function Dysfunction
    This handout provides ten compensatory strategies to help support executive function skills after a brain injury.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/strategies-for-executive-function-dysfunction/

  • The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.

    00:00 - Welcome
    Welcome to episode 01 of the Resource Roadmap Show!

    7:55 - Medication Swallow Strategies for People with Dysphagia
    A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down! Unless you have dysphagia! Here are some other ideas to consider when establishing a safe plan for PO intake of meds.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/medication-swallow-strategies-for-people-with-dysphagia

    14:00 - SLP's Role in Determining Patient Decision-Making Capacity
    This material provides information on how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are trained and qualified to play a vital role in determining a person’s decision-making capacity.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/slps-role-in-determining-patient-decision-making-capacity

    21:30 - Help Me Tell You What I Want: Decisional Capacity, Neurogenic Speech and Language Impairments, and the Law (2018)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/help-me-tell-you-what-i-want-decisional-capacity-neurogenic-speech-and-language-impairments-and-the-law-2018

    24:35 - Saliva Anatomy and Function
    Saliva is necessary for supporting swallowing, digestion, and teeth protection. Three salivary glands produce one to two liters of the body’s daily saliva.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/saliva-anatomy-and-function

    27:30 - Drooling Rating Scales in Parkinson’s disease: A Systematic Review (2021)
    https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/drooling-rating-scales-in-parkinsons-disease-a-systematic-review-2021

    32:30 - Spaced Retrieval
    This material describes this evidenced-based memory technique and how to complete it.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/spaced-retrieval

    40:05 - Deductive Reasoning Storage Area
    This activity requires individuals to read complex clues and use the information to make inferences to solve the puzzle with the spaces provided.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/deductive-reasoning-storage-area

    47:35 - Case Study
    71 yo female s/p CVA with dysphagia characterized by delayed swallow with trace aspiration present on video, though no development of PNA since stroke about 9 days prior. Was recommended to drink nectar thick liquids by acute care SLP, but has been going against this advice and is now on your caseload in inpatient rehab.

    48:30 - Keep Calm and Assess the Risk of Aspiration Pneumonia
    Does aspiration = pneumonia? Maybe. This handout is designed to help SLPs navigate this complex conversation with patients who are at risk of dysphagia. The handout breaks down the evidence base of three variables and how they stack up to different risks. This provides a clear visual as to how a healthy immune system and quality, consistent oral care may be a strong avenue to prevent aspiration pneumonia, even in the presence of aspiration risk.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/keep-calm-and-assess-the-risk-of-aspiration-pneumonia/

    50:40 - Determining the Risk of Aspiration
    For healthy people, the protective system within the lungs can stay healthy even with trace amounts of aspiration. For people with dysphagia, there are many factors to consider when determining their risk for aspiration. This resource explores these factors.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/determining-the-risk-of-aspiration/

    54:50 - Oral Care and Aspiration Pneumonia
    Handout to provide to staff, patients, and family to help communicate the importance of oral care to prevent aspiration pneumonia.
    https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-and-aspiration-pneumonia/