EPISODE TITLE:  Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 2

INTRO: This episode is the continued conversation between two OTRs and two soon-to-be new grad OTs. During this episode we will wrap up virtual reality and move into other methods of traditional and non-traditional therapy with a focus on safety and interprofessional communication. The conversation rounds out with caretaker, friends, and family roles and the importance of support in rehabilitation and neuroplasticity. 

EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 2, with Tracy Bentley Root, Morgan Wellenzohn, and Sarah DiMayo we talked about:

• Virtual reality and the contraindications associated

As was stated in part 1 of this podcast “practice makes progress” and practice can come in many forms of therapy. They may be traditional such as mirror therapy and constraint induced movement therapy or non-traditional such as action observations with a family member. No matter what, recovery to desired rolls is possible, with careful consideration from healthcare providers and unique ways friends and coworkers can get involved. A great student take-away is to not underestimate the amount of knowledge we bring to our level II fieldwork sites and supervisors. Therapy is a collaborative process that requires and is enhanced by contributions from various perspectives.

As always, we want to hear your top takeaways!

LINKS TO ARTICLES, BOOKS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park, J., Chang, M., Kim, K., Kim, K. (2015). The effect of mirror therapy on upper-extremity function and activities of daily living in stroke patients. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 27(6), 1681-1683. https://doi.org/10.1589/jpts.27.1681

Related Noggins And Neurons podcast episodes:

Neuroplastic Beats Spastic

Measuring Spasticity

Subluxation and Shoulder Pain

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EPISODE TITLE:  Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 1

INTRO: This episode is a conversation between two OTRs and two soon-to-be new grad OTs. The topic of conversation is neuroplasticity, but this discussion dives deep into more specific topics on stroke rehabilitation.

EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified,  Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 1 with Tracy Bentley Root, Morgan Wellenzohn, and Sarah DiMayo, we talked about:

• What is neuroplasticity?

Neuroplasticity is a never ending phenomenon that has many avenues to explore. In a therapeutic mindset, one of the most important lessons to learn when recovering from a stroke is that practice makes progress! There are so many different ways to treat an injury resulting from a stroke including different therapeutic techniques and evidence-based practice. Tune into the second part of this podcast with Tracy, Sarah, and Morgan to learn about more evidence-based practice and techniques that have been experienced and researched.

LINKS TO ARTICLES, BOOKS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION WE TALKED ABOUT:

Khan, F., Amatya, B., Galea, M.P., Gonzenbach, R., Kesselring, J. (2016). Neurorehabilitation: Applied neuroplasticity. Journal of Neurology. 1-13. Doi: 10.1007/s00415-016-8307-9.

Mobile Arm Supports: Evidence-based benefits and criteria for use

• http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10790268.2008.11760741

Reference to previous Noggins And Neurons episodes:

Neuroplastic beats spastic

Measuring Spasticity

Subluxation and Shoulder Pain

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• [email protected]

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LINKS TO:

• Pete's book

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In this episode, I chat with Doro & Lynette from the Neuro Hub. Before he left, Pete told me he wanted them to step in where he left off…for sure those are some pretty big shoes to fill. Our conversation is all over the place, like old friends sitting around the table reminiscing about a loved friend and colleague. We discussed neuro gems we learned from Pete and implications for practice, carrying on his legacy and some of our fears. We had moments of laughter and somber pauses as well. We wound the conversation down with wisdom, trial and error and thinking outside the box…all within clinical reasoning, of course. Topics that came up:

• Lynette as a fan girl & why Pete was such a great teacher

As always, we want to hear your top takeaways!

LINKS TO ARTICLES, BOOKS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Allstar Pete trading card

• Pete’s blog, book, Stronger After Stroke, and  talks.

• Blog

• [email protected]

• Debra's Creative Concepts in Occupational Therapy: 

• Mirror Therapy Blog Article

• Contact The Neuro Hub, Altamonte, FL

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In this episode of Noggins And Neurons, we remember Pete. Here’s what you’ll hear. It’s a long one…

• How we got started and what Deb: Episode link

• Episode link (Jennica & Suzanne Part 1)

• Episode link (Neuroplastic Beats Spastic)

• Episode link

• Heim, Drake, & Millar: Cerebellar Ataxia, PART 1

• Pete’s interview with Bill

LINKS TO CHECK OUT

Pete Levine Allstar Trading Card

Intro Episode: Stroke and TBI Recovery Simplified

Trio Rehab & Wellness Solutions

The Healing Power of Telling Your Story by Lissa Rankin, MD

Jennica & Suzanne from Trio Rehab: PART 1

Stronger After Stroke book

Stronger After Stroke blog:

• where to place the pads for activating the wrist extensors and to lift up the foot

Neuroplastic Beats Spastic

Measuring Spasticity

Learned Non-Use

Heim, Drake, & Millar: Cerebellar Ataxia, PART 1

Heim, Drake, & Millar: Cerebellar Ataxia, PART 2

Pete’s interview with Bill on Strokecast

Bill from Strokecast remembers Pete

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EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Deb talks with attorneys Kelly Barret Sarama and Rachel Baldassaro from the Center for Elder Law and Justice. This rich conversation covers:

• Medical legal partnerships and the benefits of having lawyers on healthcare teams

We hope you find this episode helpful!

LINKS TO OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Support Noggins And Neurons with Pete’s Allstar Trading Card

National Institute of Health (NIH) Patient Bill of Rights

Center for Elder Law and Justice Website

As always, we want to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected]

Questions and Comments about the podcast?

• [email protected]

Donate to The Noggins And Neurons Podcast with PayPal:

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Pete’s blog and book Stronger After Stroke

• Blog

Debra's Website:

• The OT's Guide to Mirror Therapy

• Mirror Therapy Blog Article

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EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Deb talks with occupational therapist, Andrea Reed about gaining clinical confidence through clinical competence. We discuss:

• Mentorship, learning environments and trying new things

LINKS TO OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Pre-Print All Star “Pete” Trading Card

As always, we want to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected]

Questions and Comments about the podcast?

• [email protected]

Donate to The Noggins And Neurons Podcast with PayPal:

Pete’s blog and book “Stronger After Stroke”

• Blog

Debra's Website:

• The OT’s Guide to Mirror Therapy

• Mirror Therapy Blog Article

Music by scottholmesmusic.com

EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Deb talks with occupational therapist, Andrea Reed about gaining clinical confidence through clinical competence. We discuss:

• Learning by hosting a clinical student – what the experience is like from a clinician’s and FW Coordinator’s viewpoint - finding a good fit for site and student

LINKS TO OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Pre-Print All Star “Pete” Trading Card

New York State Continuing Education Presentation

JOURNAL ARTICLES:

Evidence-Based Practice Profiles of Physiotherapists Transitioning into the Workforce: A study of two cohorts

Transitioning From Occupational Therapy Student To Practicing Occupational Therapist: First Year of Employment (Abstract only)

Enhancing Occupational Therapists’ Confidence and Professional Development Through a Community of Practice Scholars (Abstract only)

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Pete’s blog and book Stronger After Stroke

• Blog

Debra's Website:

• The OT’s Guide to Mirror Therapy

• Mirror Therapy Blog Article

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In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Deb updates listeners about current happenings and future plans. She:

• Shares upsetting news impacting all of us. Pete passed away on January 8, 2022 after a brief illness.

• Share Pete Stories with voice message here

I send all of you much love and appreciation for supporting the podcast. I look forward to hearing from you and continuing this journey together.

As always, we want to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected]

LINKS TO OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Remembering Pete

Questions and Comments about the podcast?

• [email protected]

Donate to The Noggins And Neurons Podcast with PayPal:

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Pete’s blog and book Stronger After Stroke

• Blog

Debra's Website:

• Mirror Therapy Blog Article

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Learn more about low, medium and high tech OT interventions used by The Neuro Hub in stroke recovery.

OVERVIEW

Doro: That was the neat thing. This one client that had this really big change did nothing else. She just did her little exercises at home…

Lynette: Right

Doro: But no therapy with us or in other facilities. Nothing.

Lynette: She did her basic home program, just to maintain what she already had what she had already been doing…umm…but yeah, it really made a huge impact for her.

Deb: Was this a home program that she already had received prior to coming to you?

Lynette: Yes. She had been doing this home program for a while. Even with us, when we doing OT with her prior to doing BCI, she was doing this home program.

Deb: Hmmm

Doro (Dorothee) Zuleger, OTR/L, CBIS, CSRS, DRS and Lynette Diaz, COTA/L, CSRS, from The Neuro Hub, Orlando/Altamonte Springs, FL join Noggins And Neurons for another enlightening conversation. In this episode we talk about:

• The Low Tech Interventions they use, including the Upper Extremity Ranger, Saebo Glove and paddle board

We hope you find this episode useful and that it increases your understanding of technology in stroke recovery.

As always, we want to hear your top takeaways! Please email us at [email protected]. 

LINKS TO ARTICLES, BOOKS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Science Direct Brain Computer Interface

The Stroop Color and Word Test

Cho, W., Sabathiel, N., Ortner, R., Lechner, A., Irimia, D. C., Allison, B. Z., Edlinger, G., & Guger, C. (2016). Paired Associative Stimulation Using Brain-Computer Interfaces for Stroke Rehabilitation: A Pilot Study. European journal of translational myology, 26(3), 6132. https://doi.org/10.4081/ejtm.2016.6132

Kim, T., Kim, S., & Lee, B. (2016). Effects of Action Observational Training Plus Brain-Computer Interface-Based Functional Electrical Stimulation on Paretic Arm Motor Recovery in Patient with Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Occupational therapy international, 23(1), 39–47. https://doi.org/10.1002/oti.1403

Motor Imagery Practice and Cognitive Processes

Neofect

Saebo

Upper Extremity Ranger

The Neuro Hub

Recoverix

Questions and Comments about the podcast?

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Pete’s blog, book, Stronger After Stroke, and talks.

• Blog

• October 28, 8:00 PM (ET) The Neuroplastic Model of Spasticity Reduction *Virtual. 

Debra's Website:

• THE OT'S GUIDE TO MIRROR THERAPY

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Pete and Deb share their insights and opinions on new OT grad, Adrian's, questions and other topics.

Neurodevelopmental Treatment Association

Neuro-Ifrah Organization

PNF & Virtual Reality

Effect of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Functional Recovery of Patient’s with Stroke – A Review

Effect of task specific training with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on stroke survivors

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As always, we want to hear your top takeaways! Please email us at [email protected].

Questions and Comments about the podcast?

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RESOURCES:

• Information about Pete’s blog and book, “Stronger After Stroke: Your Roadmap to Recovery” 3rd edition:
  • Blog: blogspot.com

Deb's OT Resources:

• Deb's OT resources

REQUEST TO BE A GUEST ON NOGGINS & NEURONS. If you’re passionate about stroke recovery and have information or a story you believe will help others, we’d love help you share it on the show. Complete the guest request form below and let’s see if we’re a good fit!   Guest Request Form

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