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POTAPennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association

37 Annual ConferenceOctober 31 - November 1, 2014

King of Prussia, PA

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Greetings to all Conference Participants!

On behalf of the POTA Board of Directors, welcome to King of Prussia and to our 37th Annual

Conference! We are thrilled with this year’s impressive turnout of occupational therapy practitioners, educators and students. Our two-day agenda includes the most successful features of previous conferences, and, again this year, new opportunities to amplify the conference experience and celebrate with others in the occupational therapy community.

This year’s Program Committee has assembled a roster of educational sessions that cover diverse topic areas and speak to multiple levels of knowledge and expertise. The “early bird” sessions (Friday at 7:30 AM and Saturday at 7:00 AM ) were well-received last year, so we included them again this year. Be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall to learn more about products, OT education programs, employers, and other resources that support your practice and your professional development. Spend some time at the posters (located beyond the Exhibit Hall) and try your luck in POTA’s ever-popular raffle, located in the Exhibit Hall. The President’s Reception from 5-6PM Friday is an unopposed time in the Exhibit Hall. Come, meet members of the POTA Board of Directors, visit Exhibitors and mingle with other conference attendees over a choice of fabulous hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

We received tremendous feedback about the luncheon formats we tried last year. POTA’s Annual Business Meeting runs during a portion of Friday’s sit-down luncheon. This is an important opportunity for POTA members to learn about the Association’s business and planned activity. Celebration and recognition are the focus of Saturday’s luncheon while we relax, enjoy and network with others. We will introduce and commend selected POTA members who have completed terms of service, and recognize others for their leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the profession and those we serve.

Take advantage of the many opportunities to “connect” with the profession at this conference. Be sure to say hello to our profession’s future, current occupational therapy students who make up our People Power crew (in the bright yellow/gold t-shirts). Join me in thanking POTA’s Local Conference Committee and the Commission on Conference, our presenters, exhibitors, volunteers, sponsors and donators for all of their efforts to make Conference 2014 a valuable professional development opportunity and a stellar success!

I know I speak for all members of the POTA Board of Directors - we look forward to meeting you here, and to hearing about your conference experience in the evaluation we send after you return home.

Mary Muhlenhaupt, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA POTA President (2012-2016)

2 Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association


PLATINUM SPONSORS

Austill’s Rehabilitation Services, Inc. 100 John Robert Thomas Drive Exton, PA 19341 610-363-7009 www.austills.com

EBS Healthcare 200 Skiles Boulevard West Chester, PA 19382 800-578-7906 www.ebshealthcare.com/

Thomas Jefferson University Department of Occupational Therapy 901 Walnut Street, 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19017 215-503-8010 www.jefferson.edu/ot

Chatham University Department of Occupational Therapy Woodland Road Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412-365-1100 www.chatham.edu/academics/programs/graduate/mot/

Philadelphia University School of Continuing and Professional Studies Occupational Therapy Assistant Program 4800 E. Street Road Trevose, PA 19053 215-526-0980 http://www.philau.edu/scps/ASAcceleratedDegree/occupationalTherapyAssistant/index.html

GOLD SPONSORS



BRONZE SPONSORS

Philadelphia University Department of Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy Program School Lane House and Henry Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-951-2911 www.philau.edu/ot/

University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy 4028 Forbes Tower Pittsburgh, PA 15260 412-383-6565 www.shrs.pitt.edu/OT

University of the Sciences Department of Occupational Therapy 600 South 43rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-596-8800 www.usciences.edu/ot

Elizabethtown College Department of Occupational Therapy One Alpha Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022 717-361-1000 http://www.etown.edu/depts/occupational-therapy/

SILVER SPONSORS

Gannon University Department of Occupational Therapy 109 University Square Erie, PA 16541 814-871-7000 www.gannon.edu/departmental/ot/default.asp

Genesis Rehab Services 101 East State Street Kennett Square, PA 19348 610-444-6350 www.genesishcc.com

Salus University Department of Occupational Therapy 8360 Old York Road Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-780-1300 www.salus.edu/CER_OT

Bayada Home Health Care 290 Chester Avenue Moorestown, NJ 08057 856-231-1000 http://www.bayada.com/



Conference Co-Chairs Robert Walsh, MS, OTR/L & Ruth S. Bloxton, OTR/L

Program Co-Chairs

Megan Link, MS, OTR/L, MBA, Natalia Stroutinsky, MS, OTR/L & Jean Ulkloss, MS, OTR/L

People Power

Jeanne Coviello, OTR/L & Tami Levengood, OTR/L, MSCS

Special Events Brittany Willis, MS, OTR/L & Jan Zeldes, OTR/L

We continue to offer high quality educational sessions for all levels of practitioners including the “experienced” professional. There are opportunities to network with your colleagues: a Business Meeting/ Luncheon and President’s Reception on Friday and the Awards Luncheon on Saturday. Take a moment to review this Conference Guide to get the most out of your Conference experience! Your registration to the POTA Conference includes

Your choice of more than 70 educational sessions, institutes and poster sessions.

Unlimited access to the Exhibit Hall

Opening Ceremony and Keynote Presentation by Amy Lamb, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Business Meeting and Luncheon on Friday

President’s Reception in the Exhibit Hall on Friday

Awards Luncheon on Saturday

New: Saturday Closing Plenary Session by Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Conference Tips Educational Sessions and events are listed by day and start time. You may attend any session on the days you are registered for the Conference as long as seating is available. In order to comply with Fire Code Regulations, once a session has reached its room capacity a “Session Closed” sign will be posted on the door indicating no additional attendees may enter the session.

3 different types of sessions are offered:

50 minute sessions

1 hour 50 minute sessions

2 hour 50 minute Institutes See complete schedule on the next page.

Continuing Education Credit/ Professional Development Units Up to 13.5 PDU’s are available for persons attending the full conference and participating in sessions during each available period. Contact hours are granted for all sessions, posters, the Keynote Presentation, Annual Business Meeting and Closing Plenary Session. Following the Conference, Certificates of Attendance will be emailed to all attendees. You will need to attest to how many hours of professional development you attended, mark those sessions in this guide, and retain both the certificate and the guide in your professional development portfolio as evidence of your activity. (Note: NBCOT identifies professional conferences as a professional development activity: 1 hour = 1 Professional Development Unit (PDU) and a certificate of attendance is a form of documentation. The Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Licensure Board has approved this Conference as an accepted continuing competency activity for occupational therapists.) Image Sport

This year we are excited to have a clothing sale with a variety of OT specific t-shirts, sweatshirts, fleece jackets, and 1/4 zip pullovers provided

by Image Sport. Stop by the table in the Exhibit Hall to purchase some great OT-themed merchandise. *Please note: only cash or check made payable to "POTA" will be accepted. Raffle Once again we are excited to have our annual raffle in the Exhibit Hall to showcase the Philadelphia region and the Occupational Therapy community. Tickets will be sold until 11:30AM on Saturday. All purchased tickets must be entered into a raffle item by 11:45AM to be included in the drawing. Tickets will be pulled after this time and the winning ticket will be attached to the prize. Once ALL winning raffle tickets have been pulled, winners may retrieve their prize(s) in the Exhibit Hall (estimated 12:15-12:30PM). Those prizes not picked up at that time can be picked up at the Registration and Information Desk. Want to recycle your lanyard and name badge holder? Please drop them in the container at the Registration Desk on your way out at the end of your Conference participation.

WELCOME from the Local Conference Committee



THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Registration & Information Desk Open Convention Center

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Welcome Reception Convention Center

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31

7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration & Information Desk Open Convention Center

7:00 am - 8:30 am Continental Breakfast Convention Center

7:30 am - 8:20 am Early Bird Education Sessions Convention Center

8:30 am - 10:00 am Opening Ceremony and Keynote Speaker Convention Center

10:00 am - 6:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open Convention Center

10:30 am - 12:20 pm Poster Session 1 Exhibit Hall

10:30 am - 12:20 pm Education Sessions Radisson

12:30 pm - 1:50 pm Buffet Lunch & Annual Business Meeting Convention Center

2:00 pm - 3:50 pm Poster Session 2 Exhibit Hall

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31

2:00 pm - 4:50 pm Education Sessions Radisson/ Convention Center

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM President’s Reception Exhibit Hall

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1

6:30 am 6th Annual POTPAC “Leaders of the PAC” Event

6:30 am - 12:00 pm Registration & Information Desk Open Convention Center

7:00 am - 8:30 am Continental Breakfast Convention Center

7:00 am - 7:50 am Early Bird Education Sessions Convention Center

8:00 am - 12:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open Convention Center

8:00 am - 11:50 am Education Sessions Radisson/ Convention Center

10:00 am - 11:50 am Poster Session 3 Exhibit Hall

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Raffle in Exhibit Hall

12:30 pm - 1:50 pm Awards Ceremony & Lunch Convention Center

2:00 pm - 2:50 pm Education Sessions Radisson

3:10 pm—4:00 pm Closing Plenary Session Radisson

AGENDA AT GLANCE



Articulating and Demonstrating the Distinct Value of Occupational Therapy Amy Lamb, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA AOTA Vice President We open this year’s conference with recognition that the context surrounding occupational therapy practice is rapidly changing. Traditional and evolving models of care require occupational therapy to clearly articulate how we are distinctly different and demonstrate value to the systems in which we practice. Dr. Lamb will inspire us to increase our knowledge of system change, recognize opportunities, and confidently articulate the distinct difference we bring to practice and the value we add to the everyday lives of those we serve.

CLOSING PLENARY SESSION

ANNUAL AWARD RECIPIENTS

RESEARCH AWARD

Elizabeth R. Skidmore, PhD, OTR/L

ACADEMIC EDUCATOR AWARD

Kerri A. Golden, EdD, OTR/L

MASTER CLINICIAN

Paula Phillips Bonsall, MS, OTR/L, ATP

OT STUDENT AWARD OF RECOGNITION

Hillary Jean Davis Balsega

PRESIDENT’S AWARD

Kerri A. Golden, EdD, OTR/L

Creating Evidence THROUGH Practice

Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University

Dr. Schaaf will urge the profession to take on the challenge of leadership in health care practice and research by embracing data-driven, evidence-based practices that utilize outcome measurement. Implementation of these strategies into everyday occupational therapy practice is highlighted as we close POTA’s 2014 premier professional development event.

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION



Friday “Early Bird” Sessions

from 7:30 AM - 8:20 AM

Measuring Outcomes of Occupational Therapy Interventions for Children with Sensory Integration Difficulties

Roseann Schaaf, PhD, Joanne Hunt, OTD, OTR/L, Elke Van Hooydonk, OTD, OTR/L, Patricia Faller, OTD, OTR/L

Two case reports with outcome data are presented to exemplify data collection regarding the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions. Both children had difficulty participating in daily living activities associated with poor processing and integration of sensory information.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Children & Youth

The Implication of Neurofeedback in Occupational Therapy Practice

Joanna Davis, MOTS, Christine Achenbach, MEd, OTR/L, Megan DiBernardino, MOTS, Sarah Marcolongo, MOTS

Because neurofeedback is used to treat many of the same neurological diagnoses that occupational therapists address within practice, our study serves to provide a platform for the potential implications and possible utilization of neurofeedback in occupational therapy practice.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Emerging practice area

A Practical Guide to Developing Evidence-Based OT

Stephen Whittaker, MS, OTR/L, PhD, CLVT

This presentation questions the standards of evidence used by the AOTA to develop practice guidelines, proposing a research design more appropriate for OT, that is widely accepted in biomedical research, and can be done by any OT in their clinical practice.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Research

Friday Sessions beginning at 10:30 AM Enhancing Progress Through Innovative Parent Consultation

Andrea Christner, OTD, OTR/L, Ray W. Christner, PsyD, NCSP This presentation highlights an approach to enhancing effective parent consultation in occupational therapy. Following a cognitive-behavioral consultation model, occupational therapists can tailor effective client-centered interventions that encourage parent involvement and progress overall functional outcomes.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Children & Youth

OT & Museums: Strategies for Creating a Culture of Inclusion in a Community-Based Setting

Fern Silverman, EdD, OTR/L, Bradford Bartley, BS, Rebecca Smith, BFA, Adrienne Kimball, MEd

Museums are community institutions serving diverse populations. This presentation describes ways that OTs can partner with museums or other organizations to promote inclusive opportunities for all. Participants will learn specific strategies to foster partnerships that promote inclusion in local community settings.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Community

From Boardroom to Classroom

Sheryl Zellis, OT/L

Making the transition from occupational therapy practitioner in the business world to being a teacher and leader in the classroom, is challenging. with mentorship and an appetite for a new and exciting challenge, one can find this transition professionally meaningful.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Education/Field Work

SESSION ABSTRACTS



Activity Analysis 999: Using OT Process to Get on a Public Agenda

Ruth Schemm, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA

This paper will focus on advocacy. Starting with a brief background on why “function” can be used as a unifying platform for occupational therapists to expand our sphere of influence and broaden support for new opportunities.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) General/ Professional

Creating Behavior Change...Habits, Routines and Lifestyles!

Tina DeAngelis, EdD, OTR/L, Kimberly Mollo, MS, OTR/L

This session will explore the core tenets of the Transtheoretical Model (TTM) and its practical application to occupational therapy practice within traditional as well as emerging occupational therapy practice settings. Actual case scenarios will be presented and linked to the core concepts of the TTM revealing the use of motivational interviewing as well as practical applications for client-centered, occupation-based use.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Mental Health

Participation in Religious Observance as an Occupation

Jaime Bassman, MS, OTR/L

'Religious observance' is listed as an IADL, yet is often overlooked. How can children and adults with disabilities access their religious institutions, with their challenging physical and sensory environments? Learn how to address occupation at the community level. Resources provided.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Rehab, Disability & Participation

Achieving Freedom: Driving and Community Mobility with Limb Loss

Susan Touchinsky, OTR/L, SCDCM, CDRS

This seminar is geared towards the occupational therapy clinician wishing to expand current knowledge and understanding of driving and community mobility for patients with amputations. The driving and community mobility spectrum and Occupational Therapy Practice Framework will be used to define the role of the OT generalist thru the OT Driving Rehab Specialist for addressing driving and community mobility for patients with amputations. Medical complexities associated with amputations, both traumatic and medically necessary are covered, along with considerations necessary for return to driving, adaptive equipment choices, and longevity in community mobility engagement. The seminar will also identify current equipment resources to address the needs across the driving and community mobility spectrum and discuss current collaborative relationships with vendors and support groups available to support your patient with an amputation to support optimal engagement in driving and community mobility.


Evidence-based Management of Unilateral Field Loss and Spatial Neglect

Stephen Whittaker, MS, OTR/L, PhD, CLVT, Alex Nastaskin, MS, OTR/L

A protocol for evaluating and treating unilateral field loss and spatial neglect was developed from recent published evidence and refined by our case-by-case analysis of individual performance. All aspects of spatial neglect syndrome are addressed including caregiver involvement


Practitioner Forum: Fieldwork

Christine Achenbach, MEd, OTR/L Short Presentation (50 minutes)



Friday Sessions beginning

at 11:30 AM

Weighted Blankets in Ethiopia: Service and Occupational Therapy

Jessica Krueger, OTS, Kerri Hample, OTD, OTR/L

Children with autism face challenges in everyday life, but this looks very different for children in Ethiopia. Weighted blankets were found to be a culturally appropriate intervention.


Behind the Scenes to Becoming a Successful Adjunct Faculty Member

Caitlyn Foy, MS, OTR/L, Lauren N. Sponseller OTD, MS, OTR/L, MEd

Two junior faculty who recently transitioned from adjunct faculty roles will discuss several objectives to achieving success as an adjunct faculty member. Participants will gain knowledge and perspective of the adjunct role through discussion, demonstration and interactive classroom scenarios.


Practitioner Forum: Community Based/Home Health

Sharon Glover, OTR/L Short Presentation (50 minutes)


at 2:00 PM

Hands First! Fine Motor Curriculum

Alison Hales, OTD, MS, OTR/L, Laurie E. Donovan, OT

Increasingly children are entering kindergarten with a wide variation in fine motor ability. Kindergartners’ success is at risk when they enter school lacking sufficient fine motor skills. An effective level one response to intervention resource,

Hands First! Fine Motor Curriculum addresses the fine motor concerns of young children.


Physical Activity in Children with Congenital Heart Defects

Debbie Waltermire, MHS, OTR/L, Rebecca Porter, BS, OTS, Nora Redmond, BS, OTS, Megan Steber, BS, OTS

Congenital heart defects (CHD) are the most common birth defect, which may affect children’s development including motor, cognitive, and social skills. This presentation explores physical activity levels of children with CHD and compares them to recommended physical activity for all children.


AOTA Town Hall Meeting

Amy Lamb, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Short Presentation (50 minutes) General/ Professional

ABA and OT: Evidence for Attaining Functional Outcomes for Individuals with Autism

Jennifer Williams, MA, OTR/L, Lauren Frankhouser, MS, OTR/L

AOTA's Centennial Vision demands evidence-based treatments within OT practice. This session identifies ways that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a widely- recognized evidence-based intervention for treating autism, and OT complement each other and provides strategies for incorporating ABA principles into occupation-based treatments.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Emerging practice area



InterPlay, a New Tool for OT Groups

Rosalyn Becker, OTR/L, MAT, Sheila Collins, PhD

InterPlay is a system, which uses forms that enable participants to tell their stories, move, and use their voices. Interplay includes practices and a philosophy that promote fullness and fun while creating community. It is a perfect tool for OT's in any group setting.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Health & Wellness

Integrating Functional Skills into Acute Psychiatric Settings

Caitlin Synovec, OTR/L, Tess Lichtenstein, OTR/L, Jennifer Schwarzschild, OTR/L

Skill-specific interventions result in faster and more successful community reintegration and can increase confidence in performance and occupational engagement. Skill-based functional group sessions allow consumers to increase performance, practice skills, and problem-solve barriers encountered.

Institute (2 hours, 50 minutes) Mental Health

Cognitive Interventions for Your Clients with Mild Neurocognitive Disorder: Overview and Update

Arlene Lorch, OTD, OTR/L, CHES, Tracey Vause Earland, MS, OTR/L

Occupational therapists are well suited to treat cognitive disability associated with Mild Neurocognitive Disorder. Presenters will review the scientific evidence supporting the use of cognitive therapies, assessments to aid intervention planning, and examples of effective cognitive intervention for this population.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Productive Aging

Decreasing Disruptive Behaviors in Persons with Dementia Residing in LTC Facilities

Kristen Maisano, OTD, OTR/L, CPAM,

Gain an understanding of a variety of dementias, discuss why disruptive behaviors occur, and discuss interventions to address disruptive behaviors.

Institute (2 hours, 50 minutes) Rehab, Disability & Participation

Prevention of Elbow Injury in Overhead Throwing Athlete

Devon Cohen, OTS, Christopher Dunbar, OTD, OTR/L, CHT

This presentation presents the results of an evidence based research review that explores the prevention of a soft tissue injury of the medial elbow in the overhead throwing athlete at the middle school, high school, and collegiate level.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Rehab, Disability & Participation

Addressing Age Related Changes and Orthopedic Conditions in the Hemiplegic Upper Extremity

Stephanie Farm, MS, OTR/L

This presentation will provide specific evaluation and treatment principles for improved knowledge and awareness of the interaction of orthopedic and neurologic conditions. The goal of this presentation is to promote improved treatment of the neurologic upper extremity with orthopedic comorbidities.


Practitioner Forum: Insurance & Medicare Regulations

Dawn Beiber, OTR/L Short Presentation (50 minutes)




at 3:00 PM

Baby Steps: Occupational Therapy's Role in Transitioning the NICU Graduate From Inpatient Rehabilitation

Carissa Snelling, MS, OTR/L

The occupational therapist is skilled at supporting NICU graduates transition home with an understanding of child development, activity analysis, environmental adaptation, and parental performance patterns. The multidisciplinary “Baby Steps” program at Good Shepherd is designed as a bridge between the NICU and home.


A Comparison of Australian and American OT Chelsea Kaminski, OTS, Paul Torres, OTS, Emily Bantz, OTS, Emily Freiters, OTS, Ingrid Provident EdD, OTR/L

This presentation discusses diversity between American and Australian health-care systems and their impact on OT service. A CVA case study comparison was presented between OT students in both countries and their approach to intervention was analyzed.


Staying on Track with Professional Development

Cathy Dolhi, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Denise Chisholm, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

“Recertification” “Continued Competency”Need Help? This session provides strategies for identifying and selecting professional opportunities that advance your skills and meet the requirements of NBCOT and the PA State Board of OT Education and Licensure. Approaches for record keeping will be discussed.


Deconstructing the Myths about Research and Evidence-Based Practice: The Truth about the Process

Angela Hissong, DEd, OTR/L, CMCP, Jennifer Lape, OTD, OTR/L

An enlightening presentation on the processes of engaging in an inquiry. The teaching-learning goal of this presentation is to simply make the processes of conducting research and/or evidence-based practice more doable in one’s mind, body, and spirit.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Research

Practitioner Forum: School-based Practice

Becky Austill, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA Short Presentation (50 minutes)


at 4:00 PM

Preventing Future Handwriting Struggles with a Kindergarten RtII Program

Lesley Geyer, MA, OTR/L, Melissa Tammaro, COTA

This presentation will describe a year-long kindergarten program which includes Response to Instruction and Intervention (RtII) that is provided by OT annually at a charter school. Pre- and post-intervention data will be used to show ongoing success of the program.


Proposed Changes in Entry Level Degree Requirements

Randy P. McCombie, PhD, OTR/L

Discussions at national/state levels have intensified regarding academic entry-level degree requirements for OTs and OTAs. This presentation reviews results of a study on attitudes and beliefs of Pennsylvania OTs and OTAs on this debated topic. Audience participation is encouraged.




The Occupational Challenges and Supports for Individuals Providing Care to People with Dementia

Kimberly Cosgrove, OTS, Jennifer Bush, OTS, Tamera Humbert, EdD, OTR/L

The study examined perspectives of caregivers regarding occupational challenges and supports of the caregiver when providing for someone with dementia. The results represent important occupational therapy constructs such as role conflict, quality of life, meaningful occupations, time management, and advocacy.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Emerging practice area

Re-creating and Sustaining a Staff Clinical Education Program in an Acute Care Rehabilitation Department

Malachy Clancy, MOT, OTR/L, Laura Schaffner, MS, OTR/L

Ongoing clinical education and incorporation of evidence-based practice is essential for clinicians to develop new learning and maintain appropriate knowledge base. This course will highlight strategies used to re-develop and sustain staff clinical education within a large rehabilitation department.


Friday Posters from

10:30 AM - 12:20 PM

A1: Through the Lens: The Efficacy of Video Modeling for Improving Social Participation in Children with Autism

Keri Biedka, OTS, Brooke Carrabbia, OTS, Abbie Vargo, OTS, Joyce Salls, OTD, OTR/L

This poster presentation will provide current evidence

on the efficacy of video modeling for improving social participation in children with autism. The poster will include a description of video modeling, outcomes of video modeling, and implications for occupational therapy practice.

Poster Presentation Children & Youth

A2: Screen Time Overtime: Should a “Screen Time Diet” be Part of Healthy, Everyday Activities and Routines for Families and their Young Children? Sarah Jamieson, OTS, Mary Muhlenhaupt, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA Published research reports that infants/toddlers consume more screen media than the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends. Explore the effect of screen media on infant/toddler behavior and learn suggestions to help families build healthy early learning environments for their young children. Poster Presentation Children & Youth

A3: Assessing Adolescents’ Current Interests: Outcomes from the Scranton Adolescent Interest Checklist

William Lambert, MS, OTR/L, Daniella Cataldo, OTS, Stephanie Lauko, OTS, Maura Regan, OTS, Chloe Scobee, OTS, Colleen Sullivan, OTS, Nicole Trubin, OTS, Samantha Zarro, OTS

Preferred occupations and interests of adolescents will be presented to help inform current practice with recently conducted research, facilitating occupation-based, client-centered occupational therapy interventions. Additionally, participants will become familiar with the Scranton Adolescent Interest Checklist used in the study.




A4: Teaching iPad Operations using Applied Behavior Analysis Based Instruction with a Student with Autism

Abigail Tuttle, BS, OTS, Denise Chisholm, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA This poster describes the Applied Behavior Analysis based teaching method used to train a student with autism to communicate with an iPad. The Person-Environment-Occupational Model will be used to describe the student’s response to participation in the iPad training program.


A5: Occupational Therapy's Role in Community Reintegration of Prisoners

Christopher Yang, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, CHT, OTR/L

This poster presentation aims to identify occupational therapy’s role in community reintegration for incarcerated prisoners. This presentation synthesizes information from multiple healthcare professions to create new roles for occupational therapy in prisons and identifies where more research is needed.

Poster Presentation Community

A6: Development of an Interprofessional Geriatric Program

Stephen Kern, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Tarae Wadell-Terry, EdD This poster describes the development of a graduate credit bearing post-professional certificate in interprofessional geriatric practice satisfying the faculty development requirement of a federal grant.

Poster Presentation Education/Fieldwork

A7: High-Fidelity Simulation: Translating SimMan to Real Man

Kelsey Lyons, OTS, Jessica Goldcamp, OTS, Valerie Holiga, OTS, Whitney Meeker, OTS, Jodi Schreiber MS, OTR/L

This poster reflects the current best literature on the effects of HFS in healthcare education. Also, outcomes of a before and after study were collected to determine the effects of HFS on Chatham MOT students’ confidence and critical thinking skills. Poster Presentation Education/Fieldwork

A8: Aging in Place: Home Modification as an Intervention

Victoria Lee, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTR, CHT, OTD

AOTA’s emerging areas: aging in place and home modification, are becoming increasingly relevant as the population ages. The purpose of this study is to investigate if home modification, as an intervention approach, increases the independence of those aging in place.

Poster Presentation Emerging practice area

A9: The Great Outdoors: Decreasing Symptoms of PTSD Through Leisure and Social Participation Anthony Mead, OTS, Angela Sammons, OTS, Danielle Sampieri, OTS, Janine Sisko, OTS, Amy Mattila, MBA, MS, OTR/L

After returning to civilian life, veterans living with PTSD may feel confined inside their minds and rigid surroundings, exacerbating symptoms. This poster examines how OT-led leisure and social interventions can be effective methods to holistically treat this population.




A10 : The Effects of Culturally Competent Occupational Therapists in Promoting Participation of Culturally Diverse Clients in Early Intervention Services

Decorntae Kpou, OTS, Colleen Maher OTR, CHT, OTD

It is essential for occupational therapists to understand how cultural competency impacts family engagement. This poster consists of a literature analysis that provides evidence on the effectiveness of culturally competent therapists in promoting family participation while receiving home based early intervention services.

Poster Presentation General/Professional

A11: Physical Activity Wellness Program and Pediatric Quality of Life

Amy Burt, MOT, OTR/L, Jessica Hughes, OTR

The Friday clinic is a physical activity wellness project that encourages students with a variety of disabilities to participate in gross motor activities. Students gain valuable developmental skills which impact quality of life, increasing participation, socialization, and confidence.

Poster Presentation Health & Wellness

A12: Lived Experience of United States Army Occupational Therapists

Kimberly Cornelissen, OTS, Courtney Gampe, OTS, Kelli Edmond, OTS, Madison Thibault, OTS, Cathy Dolhi, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA

The third phase of a multiphase project, this poster presents the proposed study design and methodologies for exploring the lived experience of OTs serving in the US Army. Interview themes and the rationale for their consideration will be presented.


A13: Caring for Caregivers: Parents of Children with Disabilities

Katlyn Long, OTS, Cindy Reen, OTS, Lauren Chance, OTS, Lynette Ritenour, OTS, Joyce Salls, OTD, OTR/L

Evidence shows that parents of children with disabilities who participate in support groups report increased

knowledge, improved coping skills, and a greater sense of belonging and empowerment. This poster will review the best evidence and provide recommendations for OT practice.


A14: Client-Centered Approach to Community Mental Health

Allison Lenherr, OTS, Shawna Gigliotti, OTS, Rondalyn Whitney, PhD, OTR/L

The program proposed reflects occupational therapy’s core values of evidence-based, holistic and client-centered treatment. This program was field-tested with adults with mental illnesses. The activities aimed to promote community engagement and role fulfillment through occupation and social participation.

Poster Presentation Mental Health

A15: Evaluation and Self-Perceptions of Burnout Among Practicing Occupational Therapists

Randy P. McCombie, PhD, OTR/L, Kimberly Galusky Simms, MOT, OTR/L

Potential for burnout is a concern for all practicing OTs. The present study assessed indicators of burnout in occupational therapists as measured by the Maslach Burnout Inventory, focusing on emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment.


A16: Evaluating a Low Vision Rehabilitation/Behavioral Intervention to Prevent Depressive Disorders in Older Adults with Age-related Macular Degeneration

Tracey Vause Earland, MS, OTR/L, Catherine Piersol, PhD, OTR/L

Occupational therapy plays a vital role in enabling elders with Age-related Macular Degeneration and depression risk to resume valued occupations. This poster will present preliminary findings from a randomized clinical trial testing an intervention using low vision rehab with behavioral activation.

Poster Presentation Productive Aging



A17: Preventative Care: Integrating Cognitive Intervention into Productive Aging

Alison Furman, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, OTR/L, CHT

As the population ages at a rapid rate, it is imperative to research preventative therapy to facilitate productive aging for older adults. Using a systematic review, preventative occupational therapy, with an emphasis on cognitive intervention, will be explored.


A18: Understanding Functional Visual Performance

Julie Nastasi, OTD, OTR/L, SCLV, FAOTA, Patricia Gelling, OTS, Gretchen Kempf, OTS, Maria Regina Licitra, OTS, Mary Poillon, OTS

This study explored the role of visual acuity and contrast sensitivity on the occupational performance of individuals with visual impairment. Findings of the study will assist occupational therapists in developing better intervention plans for individuals with visual impairment.


A19: FIM Scores Influencing Discharge Destination Following CVA

Amanda Acord-Vira, MOT, OTR/L, CBIS, Brandy Brown, OTD, OTR/L, Robbin Butler, OTR/L, Erin Kaknis, OTS, Kelly Cuthbert, OTS

This study highlights the use of the Functional Independence Measure on predicting discharge destination for individuals who sustained a stroke and are receiving inpatient rehabilitation services.

Poster Presentation Rehab, Disability & Participation

A20: Mirror Therapy Intervention for Improving Participation in Desired Functional Tasks and Activities for Occupational Therapy Clients with Hemiparesis Following CVA: An Evidenced-Based Review

Verna Eschenfelder, PhD, OTR/L, Mary Cabarle, OTS

The purpose of this poster is to present the results of an evidenced-based research project that addressed the following clinical question: Does the use of Mirror Therapy Intervention improve participation in desired functional activities for clients with hemiparesis following CVA?


A21: Wounded Warriors: Coping with Limb Loss Using Animal Assisted Therapy

Samantha Mack, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, OTR/L, CHT

Many military members who come back home are in need of services to cope with their injuries. This poster will show that including animal assisted therapy, as an OT intervention can be beneficial in helping them cope with limb loss.


A22: Group Based Mirror Therapy

Jaun May, MOT, OTR/L

Group based mirror therapy after a stroke can serve as an adjunct to traditional inpatient OT to maximize patient outcomes. This presentation will review the rationale for mirror therapy intervention, protocols used and cost effective use of staff.




A23: Evaluating the Impact of Demographics and Contextual Factors on a Computer Training Program for Individuals with Physical Disabilities Maria Sebastian, OTS, BSHS, Dawn Waller, ATP, Katherine Griffiths, CTRS, Michael Strawbridge, Rochelle Mendonca, PhD, OTR/L

Significant gaps in research exist related to the efficacy of computer training programs and factors that impact successful program completion for individuals with disabilities. This study retrospectively examines the role demographics and context have on such programs.


A24: Guided and Directed Cues: Observations from Inpatient Rehabilitation After Stroke

Joelle Urquhart, OTS, Samantha Kozlowski OTS, Abigail Darin OTS, Elizabeth R. Skidmore PhD, OTR/L

Purpose: Individuals with cognitive impairments after stroke make fewer gains from rehabilitation. Methodology that characterizes and quantifies client-therapist interaction during clinical rehabilitation is limited. Conclusion: We developed a standardized coding scheme for reliably assessing training cues in inpatient rehabilitation.

Poster Presentation Research

A25: Sensory Smart Classrooms: Collaborating with Teachers to Enable Maximum Student Success

Chaya Strauss, OTS, Fern Silverman, EdD, OTR/L

The presentation will highlight the results of a presentation given to elementary school teachers on the topic of establishing sensory-smart classrooms and curricula, and discuss how occupational therapists can share their knowledge with other professions in order to benefit a mutual population with whom they work.

Poster Presentation Pediatrics

A26: Minimizing Musculoskeletal Disorders in Massage Therapists

Chaya Schachter, OTS, Fern Silverman, EdD, OTR/L

Based on available evidence of the frequency of musculoskeletal disorders found in massage therapists, this presentation will demonstrate prevention strategies to reduce occupational hazards and the risk of career threatening injuries to promote effective job performance as a healthcare provider.


A27: Your Health is in Your Hands

Alta Fried, OTS, Fern Silverman, EdD, OTR/L, Caitlyn Foy, MS, OTR/L

This presentation will depict the physiological effects of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome for bike riders and how it impedes their continued leisure participation. Occupational therapists play a pivotal role in early detection, prevention and administering evidence-based therapeutic treatment.


Friday Posters from

2:00 PM - 3:50 PM

B1: Joint Attention Intervention to Improve Social Participation for Clients with Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Evidence Based Review

Verna Eschenfelder, PhD, OTR/L, Peter DeLong, OTS

The purpose of this poster is to present the results of an evidence based research project that sought to address the following clinical question: Is Joint Attention Intervention an effective intervention for improving social participation for children with ASD?




B2: Computer Based Reality Intervention to Improve Social Participation for Clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Evidence Based Review

Verna Eschenfelder, PhD, OTR/L, Brittany Cuthbert, OTS The purpose of this poster is to present the results of an evidence-based research project that addressed the following clinical question: Are computer-based virtual reality interventions an effective way to improve social skills in individuals with autism spectrum disorders?


B3: Use of SI Techniques to Enhance Tabletop Engagement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Michael Fantuzzo, OTD, OTR/L

This project integrates existing literature in sensory integration and the positive improvements this technique has for children with autism. The purpose of the project was to increase engagement during tabletop activities through sensory-based intervention for preschool children with autism.


B4: What is the Effectiveness of Multisensory Approaches on Visual Motor Skills in Typically Developing Kindergarten Students?

Mary Seamon-Zellers, MS, OTR/L, Marissa DiMarco, OTS, Alison Haggan, OTS, Kristen Lamb, OTS, Megan Salaway, OTS This pilot study looked at the effectiveness of multisensory approaches on visual motor skills in typically developing children. A pre/post-test, utilizing the Beery VMI, was administered to seven kindergarten students before and after multisensory interventions. Results presented through statistical analysis.


B5: Cortical Visual Impairment: Comparative Analysis of Treatment Strategies

Jessica Wiler, OTS, Marlene Joy Morgan, EdD, OTR/L

This poster presents the results of an evidence-based project, which focused on treatment strategies for individuals living with cortical visual impairment.


B6: Impact of Student Response Systems on Retention of Course Work

Jeryl Benson, EdD, OTR/L, Kimberly A. Szucs, PhD, OTR/L, Elizabeth D. DeIuliis, OTD, OTR/L, Ali Leri, BS, OTS

This study assesses student learning in two intervention courses when using a student response system (SRS) as a teaching/learning strategy. Results will be presented and will include student learning outcomes and student perceptions of the use of the SRS.


B7: Interprofessional Lab Simulation

Gregory Chown, OTD, BHSc(OT), BA CPAM, Danielle Gallagher, OTS, Lea Nead, OTS, Chelsea Truax, OTA

Through the use of an electronic open-ended questionnaire, this study explored the use of interprofessional lab simulation on the development of clinical collaboration and clinical reasoning skills of senior occupational therapy and senior nursing students.


B8: Fieldwork Education Certificate Program: What Have We Learned?

Mary Lou Leibold, PhD, OTR/L, Joanne Baird, PhD, OTR/L There is a need to develop strong fieldwork components to complement classroom learning. Survey data from the AOTA’s Fieldwork Educator Certificate Program will be presented, including participant feedback identifying content areas that were most and least helpful for student management.




B9: Car Fit

Wendy Fox, MOT, OTR/L, Paula Kramer, PhD, OT, FAOTA, Christine Parackel, OTS Jessica Murcia, OTS, Liya Varghese, OTS

This poster will present how occupational therapists are essential key players in advocating for safe community mobility. Using the CarFit program, the poster will explain how the program enhances the safety of elderly drivers in community mobility and gives them the opportunity to check how well their personal vehicle “fits” them.


B10: Emerging Practice: Social Participation: Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome

Erica Simi, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, OTR/L, CHT

Supporting AOTA’s emerging practice area, the purpose of this study was to assess the short-term and long-term effects of occupational therapy interventions on the social participation of adults living with Asperger’s syndrome.


B11: Safe Patient Handling and Equipment

Danielle Centi, OTS, Rochelle Mendonca, PhD

Safe patient handling and the use of transfer equipment is an emerging area in healthcare as injury rates continue to climb among healthcare professionals. This poster will provide insight about the equipment choices and perceived competency of rehabilitation healthcare professionals.


B12: The Power of Mindful Thinking

Megan Griffin, OTS, Florentina Gonzales, OTS, Jessica Zeff, OTS, Rebecca Brunner, OTS, Ingrid Provident, EdD, OTR/L

This poster examines the efficacy of mindfulness application throughout education and clinical practice of healthcare students. Mindfulness is a personal

insight of self and world. The outcomes demonstrated that mindfulness leads to improved well-being and quality of life. Poster Presentation Health & Wellness

B13: Increasing Happiness: Quality of Life Factors in Adults with Severe Developmental Disabilities Kerry Tong, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, CHT, OTR/L

Corresponding with the Emerging Area objectives of AOTA’s centennial vision, the purpose of this research project was to investigate the effects of positive social interaction experiences on quality of life in adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities.


B14: Implementing the BASICS Program in an Acute Care Setting: The Role of OT in Addressing Substance Use in the Trauma Department

Kerri Golden, Ed.D., OTR/L, Paula Krepps, MOT, OTR/L, Danielle Conwell, OTS

Occupational therapists have the skills and opportunity necessary to address substance use, determine a client’s stage of change and help move to recovery through the use of the BASICS Program in a trauma setting.


B15: Reducing Mental Health Stigma in Healthcare Students

Luke Thompson, OTS, Nicole Parker, OTS, Kayla Pace, OTS, Sarah Minkoff, OTS, Amy Mattila, MS, MBA, OTR/L

Stigma negatively affects all aspects of a mental health consumer’s life. This poster presentation identifies attitudes and beliefs of healthcare students towards mental health consumers, assessment tools to measure stigma, and interventions to enhance future interactions with these clients.


CANCELED BY PRESENTER



B16: Evaluating Home Safety and Safety Awareness for Independent Living Older Adults: Occupational Therapy Recommendations for Environmental Modifications and Adaptive Devices

Melissa Bendig, OTS, Kristine Keller, OTS, Julianne Rakus, OTS, Kendra Stoltzfus, OTS, Caitlin Templeton, OTS, Grace S. Fisher, OTR/L, EdD, Christine L. Hischmann, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA

Falls in older adults substantially contribute to mortality and injury. To improve safety and reduce risk of falls, home safety assessments identify hazards and provide information for modifications. This research study focused on assessment of home safety for individuals over 55 years of age living independently.


B17: Striving to Keep the Baby Boomers with MCI Booming

Sarah DeLong, OTS, Lauren Ockree, OTS, Brittany Stout, OTS, Natalie Tonozzi, OTS, Jodi Schreiber, MS, OTR/L

As the aging American population continues to rise, awareness of MCI and its occupational impact is essential. This poster reflects a synthesis of available evidence regarding the efficacy of cognitive interventions to improve IADL performance and client’s quality of life. Poster Presentation Productive Aging

B18: Is the St. Louis University Mental Status (SLUMs) Exam a More Effective Screening Tool for Identifying Cognitive Deficits in Occupational Therapy Clients than the Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE)?

Verna Eschenfelder, PhD, OTR/L, Kara DeRosa, OTS

The purpose of this poster is to present the results of an evidence-based research project that addressed the following clinical question: Is the SLUMS a more effective screening tool for identifying cognitive deficits in occupational therapy clients than the MMSE?


B19: The Impact of Aquatic Therapy on Functional Mobility for Patients Post CVA Jennifer Abraham, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, CHT, OTR/L

This poster presentation will examine the effectiveness of aquatic therapy in addition to land based occupational therapy services in improving functional mobility in post CVA patients. Participants will learn how aquatic therapy can be used to improve occupational performance for CVA patients Poster Presentation Rehab, Disability & Participation

B20: COPM and the Satisfaction with Life Scale Interview Questionnaires of Neurologic Injuries: An Analysis of Their Relationship

Amanda Acord-Vira, MOT, OTR/L, CBIS, Amanda Marino, OTS, Beth Cardany, OT/L

This study highlights the relationship between satisfaction scales utilized by therapists in the evaluation process. Therapists provided the surveys to clients diagnosed with a neurological injury to determine if individuals who were dissatisfied with performance were also dissatisfied with life. Poster Presentation Rehab, Disability & Participation

B21: Quality of Life and OT: A Historical Analysis Maria Gervasio, OTS, Rita Fleming-Castaldy, PhD, OT/L, FAOTA

A historical and reflective analysis explores the shifting definition of quality of life from occupational therapy’s founding to the present. The findings highlight the parallel processes of this construct’s developing definition and the maturation of the OT field.




B22: A Historical Analysis of OT for Veterans Tara Wisbauer, OTS, Rita Fleming-Castaldy, PhD, OT/L, FAOTA

This poster presents a historical and reflective analysis exploring occupational therapy’s unique role in the rehabilitation of America’s veterans. The findings highlight the impact of occupational therapy interventions as they relate to the health and wellness soldiers returning from war.


B23: Development of a Moral Distress Scale for OTs in Adult Settings: A Pilot Study

Neil Penny, EdD, OTR/L, Elizabeth Bonn, OTS, Alisha Dockery, OTS, Samantha Law, OTS, Nicole Pettit, OTS

Researchers conducted a comprehensive literature review regarding moral distress, questionnaire development and modification, reliability, and validity. Researchers analyzed comments from a previous study in order to create the Moral Distress Scale Revised for Occupational Therapists in Adult Settings (MDS-R-OT [Adult]).


B24: Acute Care Occupational Therapy for a Patient with Heroin Induced Leukoencephalopathy: A Case Report

Teresa Melick, MOT, OTR/L & Marisa Hart, MOTR/L

“Chasing the dragon” syndrome is a rare neurological syndrome with less than 100 documented cases recorded. This poster will describe the pathogenesis, clinical features, and treatment interventions for a patient with leukoencephalopathy caused by this syndrome.


Saturday “Early Bird” Sessions from 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Community Program Development: Academic and Pragmatic Solutions

Bernadette Hattjar, DrOT, MEd, OTR/L, CWCE

The profession is moving into the "community". At a time where fieldwork placement sites are dwindling, Gannon University has instituted a sequential, logical, and pragmatic plan for both student engagement through coursework and community program development.


Facilitating the Student FW Process

Sheila Wilson, MA, OTR/L, ATP, Alexis Traynor, MS, OTR/L, Michelle Marshina, OTD, OTR/L

The occupational therapists in this acute rehabilitation hospital revamped the student program after identifying a decrease in student successes. This remodel provided staff the opportunity to identify at risk students earlier which facilitated a course of action to facilitate a success.


Promoting Best Client Centered Practice: An OT Model of Evidence Based Practice Utilization

Karen Ann Cameron, OTD, PhD, MEd, OTR/L

This presentation will share the collective research findings examining integration of evidence-based practice as a component of evolutionary clinical knowledge and the clinical reasoning process; and will identify specific models OTs can use to promote best client centered evidence-based practice.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) General/Professional



Saturday Sessions beginning

at 8:00 AM

Partnerships Promoting Occupational Therapy Mary Muhlenhaupt, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Keri Golden, EdD, OTR/L, Cathy Dolhi, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Kerri Hample, OTD, OTR/L, Michael Allen, Esq. Meet your state leaders and find out how POTA, POTPAC and the PA Licensure Board are working to support the profession and promote consumer access to quality occupational therapy services. This panel presentation with discussion, questions and answers includes highlights about key activities on our agenda for the upcoming year. Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) General/Professional

Size Matters! An Evidence Based Handwriting Program

Beverly Moskowitz, OTD, OTR/L

When children focus on letter size, the overall appearance of the written page changes dramatically and immediately. Size Matters! game-changing approach to teaching and remediating handwriting is proven, measurable, fiscally responsible, fun and quickly helping students become functional, legible printers.


Interprofessional Collaboration: Working With Non-Medical Partners

Bridget Trivinia, MS, OTR/L, Wendy Krupnick, PhD, OTR/L

Fifteen years of collaborative projects between occupational therapy students and students of industrial design, architecture, and interior design facilitate the development of skills and confidence required to be productive members of an interdisciplinary team.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Education/Fieldwork

Marketing OT in Today’s Environment

Rebecca Austill-Clausen, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA

OT is uniquely positioned to soar in this healthcare and economic climate. Learn to market OT for each practice setting. This interactive workshop teaches niche marketing, promotional strategies, use of social media and provides national resources to promote our great profession!

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) General/Professional

Everything Old is New Again: Rediscovering OT’s Role in Mental Health Recovery

Patricia Wisniewski, MS, OTR/L, CPRP, Carrie Griffiths, MS, OTR/L, CPRP, David Brock, MS, OTR/L, CPRP

This presentation will clarify what our role is as mental health occupational therapy practitioners in an inpatient and community-based setting. Intervention approaches, recovery-based outcomes, and psychiatric rehabilitation principles will be explored to reestablish our role in mental health.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Mental Health

Fostering Occupational Engagement for Clients with Advanced Dementia: Develop, Promote, Support

Bronwyn Keller, MS, OTR/L, Dawn Bieber, OTR/L, Susan Touchinsky, OTR/L, SCDCM, CDRS

OT has a unique role in collaborating with caregivers to determine the best personal care approaches when working with persons with advanced dementia. Join in a discussion of assessment, interventions, and documentation to meet the needs of this population.

Institute (2 hours, 50 minutes) Productive Aging



Instant Results: Manual Therapy for the Upper Extremity

Michael Fink, PT, DSc, SCS, OCS, Joseph R. Hribick, DPT Explore the art of upper extremity joint mobilizations and take home a skill you can use immediately. This session will showcase manual therapy techniques to quickly reduce pain, increase range of motion, and improve functional task performance.


A Clinician's Guide to Assessing Cognition

Mary Marzano, COTA/L, Cindy Puscar, OTA, Wendy Fox, MOT, OTR/L

This session will focus on the development of critical thinking skills by therapists for appropriate cognitive assessment of clients. Case studies will be presented inclusive of scoring and interpretation of selected tools, as well as correlation with additional standardized assessments.


Expanding Opportunities for Rehabilitation Improving Functional Outcomes: Using Outdoor Rehabilitation Environments for Senior Care Communities

Cheryl Landry, BS, PT, MSPT, Jack Carman, BS, RLA, FASLA

Rehabilitation programs in everyday settings are good for the patient and good for the community. When the setting is designed to resemble a person's yard, they participate in the therapy sessions with greater ease and with better results.


Understanding mTBI and PTSD: An Evidence Based Review of Current Medical Treatments

Kristen Maisano, OTD, OTR/L, CPAM

Participants will engage in a review of the current

medical treatments utilized to address mTBI and PTSD. With this base understanding, participants will develop plans to address the occupational needs of service members from OIF and OEF.


Ease of Use Font Guide Tool in ADA-CAT

Alissa Richardson, OTS, Elizabeth Masko, OTS, Megan Novak, OTS, Carly Lewis, OTS, Ashley Yankanich, OTS, Lalit Shah, Ed.D., OTR/L, Carly Lewis, OT

This research study evaluated ease of use of the Font Guide within ADA-CAT. Three groups of fifteen were randomly assigned to evaluate one, three, or six signs. A form was used to assess if the usability increased with increased use.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Research

Practitioner Forum: Clinician to Academic Role

Sharon Novalis, PhD, OTR/L

Short Presentation (50 minutes)


at 9:00 AM Training Self-Awareness After TBI: Helping the Client with "No Problems" Caitlyn Capella, MOTR/L

Limitations in self-awareness are common after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This presentation will review theoretical models of self-awareness, identify assessments of self-awareness, and describe the use of systematic cues for training self-awareness after a traumatic brain injury.




Practitioner Forum: OT/OTA Supervision

Linda Harris, MS, OTR/L Short Presentation (50 minutes)


at 10:00 AM Child Development, Reflex Retention and the Impact on Learning

Karen Gualtieri, MS, OTR/L, Jennifer Doyle, MA, OTR/L This course explores reflex integration and sensory experience as the foundation for higher level functioning and learning. The course will provide a basic overview of neurodevelopment including reflex integration, sensory processing and system integration, and emotional development. The course will also discuss sensory diet activities and home program strategies.


Developing Community Based Psychosocial Level I FW

Olivia Hammond, MBA, OTR/L, CHT, Angela N. Hissong, DEd, OTR/L, CMCP

This presentation dovetails interprofessional collaborative education and psychosocial components of engagement in occupation as a teaching-learning map for service learning and fieldwork level I experiences. The journey of these successful teaching-learning programs will be presented from the faculty and students’ point of view.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) Education/Field Work

OT and Advocacy

Cheri Dotterer, MS, OTR/L, Mary Lawson, BS

The role of occupational therapy in schools can be expanded. OTs can do more than just handwriting in the schools. Have you ever thought of becoming and advocate? This presentation will explore that role of advocate and OT in schools.


Seeing Things Differently: Interprofessional Collaboration Between OT and Vision Education and Rehabilitation Professionals

Lauren Sponseller, OTD, MS, OTR/L, MEd, Fern Silverman, EdD, OTR/L, Fabiana Perla, EdD, COMS, Jamie Maffit, MS, COMS, CLVT

This presentation explains and illustrates ways to meet the needs of clients with blindness or low vision through interdisciplinary Occupational Therapy/Vision Education Rehabilitation Specialists collaborations. It describes the domains of practice of the various Vision Education and Rehabilitation disciplines identifying commonalities and differences with the field of OT, and provides case studies portraying interdisciplinary practice.


Exploring Lived Experiences of Army Occupational Therapists

Cathy Dolhi, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Kimberly Cornelissen, OTS, Kelli Edmond, OTS, Courtney Gampe, OTS, Madison Thibault, OTS

Roles identified by Army occupational therapists, role value, and respondents’ satisfaction with role performance in deployed and non-deployed environments will be presented. The relevance and use of this information for exploring the lived experience of this population will be discussed.

Presentation (1 hour, 50 minutes) General/ Professional



Stress Management for Clinicians

Amy Hudkins, MHS, COTA/L

Learn how to manage acute and chronic stress in order to enhance quality of life and daily functioning.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Health & Wellness

Evaluating the Veterans’ In-Home Program (VIP): Promoting Participation in Veterans with TBI

Catherine Verrier Piersol, PhD, OTR/L, Tracey Vause Earland, MS, OTR/L, Laraine Winter, PhD, Helene Moriarty, PhD, RN

This session will describe a randomized clinical trial that tested a novel occupational therapy intervention for Veterans who have suffered a service-related TBI and their families. The intervention protocol, study methods and findings will be presented.


Practitioner Forum: Mentorship

Ingrid Provident, EdD, OTR/L

Short Presentation (50 minutes)

Saturday Sessions beginning at 11:00 AM Creating a Collaborative Learning Community for Effective School-Based Occupational Therapy

Andrea Christner, OTD, OTR/L, Melanie Wheeler, OTD, OTR/L This presentation shares an approach to develop peer-driven professional development programs for school-based occupational therapists. Educational shifts present challenges to attend traditional trainings. It is essential that individuals take initiative to remain current with literature to ensure best practice.


Occupational Therapists Supporting Siblings of Children with Special Needs

Laura Zagacki, MS OTR/L

Providing family-centered care to children with special needs, includes their siblings (sibs). Sibs are given unique opportunities in life and have unusual concerns, making them children with therapeutic needs too. Using SibShops, occupational therapists can provide support to these children.


Student–led Forum Bridget Trivinia, MS, OTR/L Short Presentation (50 minutes)


at 2:00 PM

Power of Visuals: Using Graphs to Show Improved Performance in the Educational Setting

Laura Gladden, MEd, OTR/L, Maria Lehman, OTR/L, Laura Boyle Nester, OTR/L

Utilizing the power of a visual demonstration in the form of graphing goals, educationally based OT's will find increased efficiency in progress reporting and data collection.




Helping to Improve Fine Motor and Visual Motor Skills and Development in the Kindergarten Classroom by Implementing Sensory-Based Activities Within the Curriculum Rebekah Holenchik, MOTS, Lorie Rowles, OTD, OTR/L

A self-designed sensory program was implemented in a kindergarten setting to help enhance handwriting skills with these children in a regular education program. A discussion of the program, the results and the collaboration required will be shared.


Globally Connected: Creating Interprofessional Opportunities for Students in Ecuador

Joyce S. Salls, OTD, OTR/L, Elaine Keane, MS, OTR/L

This session will describe an international fieldwork experience developed and implemented collaboratively between a university and a nonprofit organization in Ecuador. Course objectives and assignments, students’ perspectives, outcomes, and future directions will be shared.


Going Beyond Continuing Education to Continued Competency: An Opportunity to Shape Your Career and the Future of OT Kerri Hample, OTD, OTR/L, Christine L. Hischmann MS, OTR/L, FAOTA

Proposed competency regulations have been finalized; therefore, Pennsylvania therapists will need to demonstrate continued competence. Individualized, practical and creative strategies that could serve as a platform for recharging practice and fulfilling both national and state requirements will be shared.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) General/Professional

OT and CPRP - How They Go Hand In Hand

Michelle Rampulla, MS, OTR/L

Psychiatric Rehabilitation is gaining strength as the most effective form of service in the mental health field. In this presentation, we will explore the CPRP credential and how OT services fit into the Psychiatric Rehabilitation model.

Short Presentation (50 minutes) Mental Health

An Interdisciplinary Approach to an Adaptive Feeding Program Jennifer Lantz, OTR/L

Self-Feeding Independence is only one of a multitude of benefits achieved when prescribing or recommending adaptive feeding equipment. Learn how an interdisciplinary Adaptive Feeding Program can impact hospital length of stay, patient satisfaction, and reimbursement. Short Presentation (50 minutes) Rehab, Disability & Participation

Sexuality in Individuals with Quadriplegia or Paraplegia

Kala Swope, OTS, Aaron Cecala, PhD, Terri Dennehy, MEd, OTR/L

The primary goal of this session is to spread awareness of the importance of sexuality in those with SCI and to provide OTs with the knowledge of adaptive strategies and ways to facilitate this conversation with this population.




Saturday Posters from

10:00 AM - 11:50 AM

C1: Teachers’ Perceptions of the Roles of Occupational Therapists

Jeryl Benson, EdD, OTR/L, J.J. Mejasic, BS, OTS

This study investigated current trends in school-based occupational therapy and the impact of those trends on the teacher-therapist relationship. The results of the study will be shared. Poster Presentation Children & Youth

C2: The Prevalence of Occupation-Based Models in School-Based Practice: Current Trends in Pennsylvania

Jeryl Benson, EdD, OTR/L, Kimberly Szucs, PhD, OTR/L, Nicole McManus, BS, OTS

This study explores current educational and practice trends that influence school-based occupational therapy. This study includes data regarding the use of occupation-based models versus practice based models in an educational setting.


C3: Bee You: Explore, Play, Live

Kimberly Detwiler, OTS, Alison Andregic, OTS, Sarah Tapani, OTS, Jaime Galaton, OTS, Christina Sheehan, OTS, Roger Ideishi, JD, OT/L, FAOTA

A creative and adaptive play-zone that is socially inclusive for different abled children to actively engage in stimulating and fun activities. This project will help the pediatric population engage socially, a core value of the growing practice of Occupational Therapy.


C4: Social Story Intervention for Improving Social Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Evidenced-Based Review Verna Eschenfelder, PhD, OTR/L, Christie Garrecht, OTS The purpose of this poster is to present the results of an evidence based research project that addressed the following clinical question: Is The Use of Social Story Intervention Effective in Improving Social Participation for Clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder?


C5: Sensory Diets and Sensory Processing Disorder: How Much Education Majors Know?

Laura Kleindienst, OTS, Nancy Carlson-Steadman, PhD, OTR/L Sensory Processing Disorder and sensory diets will be assessed in relation to how much future educators know. This will be assessed through the use of a pre and post-test along with an information session.


C6: The Millennial Formal Learning Environment: Occupational Therapy Students Karen Brady, D.Ed, OTR/L, Laura C. Van Volkenburg, OTS, Justine T. Macready, OTS, Emily Lyons, OTS, Amanda M. Loevner, OTS, Jessica H. Kasper, OTS

The purpose of this study is to investigate the formal learning experiences of millennial occupational therapy students. A questionnaire was sent via Survey Monkey to OT students enrolled in Pennsylvania's accredited OT programs. Data gathered will be analyzed using SPSS. Poster Presentation Education/Fieldwork



C7: Using Simulation to Teach Conflict Resolution Skills

E. Adel Herge, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Debra Hopkins, MS, OTR/L Simulation is an effective method to teach health profession students team communication skills. This poster presents the development, implementation and outcomes of an innovative simulation in which occupational therapy students practice skills in conflict resolution with a standardized patient.


C8: The Impact of Global Service Learning

Kellie Kollat, OTS, Anjelica Fortunato, OTS, Leisl Soergel, OTS, Kelsey Stiltenpole, OTS, Cathy Dolhi, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA The impact of global service learning on MOT students was explored. A modified version of the International Education Survey assessed the impact that the global service learning experience had on the students’ personal and professional lives.


C9: Domestic Violence and Traumatic Brain Injury Evaluations

Kaleigh Lynch, OTS, Marlene Morgan EdD, OTR/L

This poster presents an evidence based research project that explored the most effective cognitive screening and evaluation tools to detect underlying mTBI secondary to domestic violence. The literature suggests the AMPS and the MoCA to be the most effective.


C10: Nintendo Wii and Microsoft's Xbox to Increase the Quality of Life for Adult Post CVA Kevin Mukalel, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTD, CHT, OTR/L

One of the emerging practice areas within Occupational Therapy is the use of virtual rehabilitation.

This research seeks to determine if there is a positive effect on quality of life and integration of Wii and XBOX Kinect technologies for individuals who have experienced a CVA.


C11: Comparison of Core Personality Traits

Randy P. McCombie, PhD, OTR/L, Jennifer Anderson, MOT, OTR/L

OTs and OTAs are health care professionals sharing many personality commonalities in regard to their desire to help clients achieve maximum independence and function. This research assessed similarities and differences between OTs and OTAs in regard to core personality traits.


C12: Postural Benefits of Dance for Breast Cancer Survivors

Dhanya James, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTR, CHT, OTD

The purpose of this poster presentation is to show how posture, and consequently overall quality of life, can improve through group dance interventions in post-operative breast cancer patients.


C13: A Psychodynamic Approach to Treat Multiple Sclerosis through the Eyes of Depression

Jenin John, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTR, CHT, OTD

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis with depression

as a comorbidity can cause a negative impact

of an individual's psychosocial wellbeing. This

presentation will discuss the psychodynamic

approach when treating MS patients experiencing

depression to improve their quality of life.


CANCELED BY PRESENTER



C14: Effect of Music on Individuals with Sleeping Disorders

Julianne Soby, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTR, CHT, OTD

The purpose of this poster is to examine the effect that music has on improving sleep quality. The presentation will discuss the importance of sleep as well as examine the various intervention techniques currently being used to address sleeping disorders.


C15: Improving Quality of Life in Individuals with Anorexia Nervosa through Yoga

Kristen Premus, OTS, Colleen Maher, OTR, CHT, OTD

This research study looks at how yoga classes can improve overall quality of life and daily routines of individuals living with or diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa.


C16: Caregiver Burden and the Older Adult: An Occupational Therapy Perspective Proposing an Interdisciplinary Approach

Stephanie Mockus, OTS, Lauren Sponseller, OTD, MS,OTR/L, M.Ed

This presentation teaches occupational therapists and other healthcare providers how to assess and meet the unique need of informal caregivers of the frail elderly using an interdisciplinary approach.


C17: Barriers to Aging in Place: A Pilot Study Kayla Riegel, OTD, OTR/L, GCM-C, Shelly Armacost, BA, OTS, Brandi Bentz, OTS, Krista Lefler, OTS, Brittany Pesta, OTS

A literature review identified that there is a lack of literature and research regarding the perceived impact of barriers to aging in place, specifically in Berks County, Pennsylvania. This pilot study utilized quantitative research method and a researcher-designed paper questionnaire.


C18: Comparative Treatment Strategies for Homonymous Hemianopsia

Brooke Eife, OTS, Julie Nastasi OTD, OTR/L, SCLV

This poster presents the results of an evidence based research project that explored the use of visual scanning training compared to vertical reading for clients with homonymous hemianopsia with a goal of improving independent reading skills. Current evidence is inconclusive.


C19: Treatment Post-Stroke: Mirror Therapy Versus Motor Imagery

Nora Henry, OTS, Marlene Morgan EdD, OTR/L

This poster presents the process and the results of an evidence-based research project comparing the effectiveness of mirror therapy to motor imagery in the treatment of clients experiencing upper extremity hemiparesis post-stroke.


C20: The Implementation of External Memory Aids on a Brain Injury Unit Emily Peters, OTS, Linda M. Leimbach, ScD, OTR/L, C/NDT

This poster emphasizes the important role of program evaluation in achieving excellence in practice. It specifically examines barriers and facilitators relative to the implementation of external memory aides on a brain injury unit.




C21: Occupational Therapy Without Boundaries: A Systematic Review of CVA Care in the United States and Australia

Chelsea Kaminski, OTS, Paul Torres, OTS, Emily Bantz, OTS, Emily Freiters, OTS, Ingrid Provident, EdD, OTR/L

This poster presents a synthesis of the best available evidence that examines the similarities and differences among the United States and Australian Occupational therapy process with the post-acute stroke population. A systematic literature review was done to appraise peer-reviewed literature.


C22: Implementation of a Revised OT Job Site Evaluation Program

Tami Levengood, OTR/L

Occupational therapists facilitate work roles by participating in individualized job site assessments. This project describes the evolution of a standardized template for job site evaluations performed on employees with work related diagnoses in an academic medical center.

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EXHIBITORS Pearson P.O. Box 599700 San Antonio, TX 78259 800-627-7271 http://www.pearsonclinical.com/ Pediatric Therapeutic Services 525 Fayette Street Conshohocken, PA 19428 610-941-7020 http://www.pts-inc.net/ Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Mailbox #201 1060 First Avenue, Suite 400 King of Prussia, PA 19406 1-800-UR1-POTA www.pota.org/

Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Political Action Committee (POTPAC) www.pota.org > click on Advocacy tab Philadelphia Rehab, Inc. Folcroft, PA 19032 800-887-0332 www.philadelphiarehab.com/ Philadelphia University Occupational Therapy Assistant Program 4800 E. Street Road Trevose, PA 19053 215-526-0980 http://www.philau.edu/scps/ASAcceleratedDegree/occupationalTherapyAssistant/index.html Gold Sponsor

Philadelphia University Occupational Therapy Program School Lane House and Henry Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-951-2911 www.philau.edu/ot/ Silver Sponsor Real OT Solutions P.O. Box 515 Villanova, PA 19085 1-877-864-2010 http://www.realotsolutions.com/ Restorative Care of America 12221 33rd Street North St. Petersburg, Florida 33716 800-627-1595 http://www.rcai.com/ Temple University 3307 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-707-4875 http://chpsw.temple.edu/rs/academics-rehabilitation-sciences/occupational-therapy

Tender Touch Rehab Services 685 River Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 1-888-400-7342 http://www.tendertouch.com/ Theraplay, Inc. 638 Brandywine Parkway West Chester, PA 19380 610-436-3600 http://theraplayinc.com/

Therapro, Inc. 225 Arlington Street Framingham, MA 01702 508-872-9494 http://www.therapro.com/ Therapy Source 5215 Militia Hill Road Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 866-783-5301 http://www.txsource.net/ Thomas Jefferson University 901 Walnut Street, 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19017 215-503-8010 www.jefferson.edu/ot Platinum Sponsor University of Pittsburgh 4028 Forbes Tower Pittsburgh, PA 15260 412-383-6565 www.shrs.pitt.edu/OT Silver Sponsor University of the Sciences 600 South 43rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-596-8800 www.usciences.edu/ot Silver Sponsor Zimmerman Low Vision Simulation Kit 5700 Bunkerhill Street, #2208 Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-487-2818 www.lowvisionsimulationkit.com/

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