Abstract
Using an evidence-based perspective and key concepts from the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, this guideline provides an overview of the occupational therapy process for adults with neurodegenerative diseases, specifically multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease. It defines the occupational therapy domain and interventions that occur within the boundaries of acceptable practice. Topics include interventions focusing on activity and participation such as fatigue management, health promotion, and functional mobility; interventions focusing on client factors and performance skills, such as cognitive or memory training and exercise or motor training; self-management and cognitive–behavioral strategies to improve task and occupational performance; and palliative care. These guidelines should be useful to the many entities involved in providing occupational therapy services to people with neurodegenerative diseases, such as occupational therapy practitioners, team members, educators, clients, families, caregivers, third-party payers, and policymakers.
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Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults with Neurodegenerative Diseases (Adoption Review)
- Front Matter i2
- Introduction 110
- Overview of Occupational Therapy for Adults With Neurodegenerative Diseases 716
- Occupational Therapy Process for Adults With Neurodegenerative Diseases 1120
- Best Practice and Summaries of Evidence 2938
- Implications of the Evidence for Occupational Therapy Research, Education, and Practice 4049
- Appendix A. Preparation and Qualifications of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants 4756
- Appendix B. Selected ICD–9 Codes 4958
- Appendix C. Selected CPT™ Codes for Occupational Therapy Evaluations and Interventions for Adults WithNeurodegenerative Diseases 5160
- Appendix D. Evidence-Based Practice 5564
- Appendix E. Evidence Tables 5968
- References 159168
- Subject Index 174183
- Citation Index 178187