Abstract
Based on systematic reviews conducted by content experts, AOTA’s Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) tools and resources provide members with comprehensive information to
- Guide and inform clinical decision making;
- Share with clients who want to participate in the clinical decision making process;
- Discuss the distinct value of occupational therapy interventions with external audiences, such as regulatory agencies, third-party payers, referral sources, and program managers;
- Stimulate academic and continuing education, in-service programs, or journal clubs; and
- Guide the development of clinical research projects.
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults With Musculoskeletal Conditions provides an overview of the occupational therapy process for aduts with musculoskeletal conditions, defining the occupational therapy domain and process and interventions that occur within the boundaries of acceptable practice and making recommendations for some specific methods of care.
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Table of Contents
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults With Musculoskeletal Conditions
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Adults With Musculoskeletal Conditions
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- Front Matter ii3
- 1. Overview of Musculoskeletal Conditions 126
- 2. Best Practices and Summaries of Evidence 429
- 3. Interventions That Address the Shoulder 631
- 4. Interventions That Address the Elbow 1035
- 5. Interventions That Address the Forearm, Wrist, and Hand 1237
- 6. Interventions That Address the Lower Extremity 2045
- 7. Interventions That Address the Spine 2449
- 8. Interventions That Address Return to Work 3156
- 9. Interventions That Address Chronic Pain 3358
- 10. Interventions That Address Burns 3762
- 11. Implications of the Evidence for Occupational Therapy Practice, Education, and Research 3964
- References 4974
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Appendix A. Preparation and Qualifications of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants
A1103
- Appendix B. Occupational Therapy Process for Adults With Musculoskeletal Conditions B1105
- Appendix C. Sample ICD–10–CM Codes for Occupational Therapy Evaluations and Interventions for Adults With Musculoskeletal Conditions C1118
- Appendix D. Selected CPT® Codes for Musculoskeletal Conditions D1120
- Appendix E. Evidence-Based Practice E1124
- Appendix F. Evidence Tables and Risk-of-Bias Tables F1128