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Specialty Certifications: Value-added or Unnecessary?
When do you really need a specialty certification versus just capitalizing on your professional training? Five reasons why you might want to go the extra mile and earn those extra letters for your professional signature. At this point in my career, I have earned three additional certifications that have advanced my practice skills and fulfilled…
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Therapist Tool: Scoring Spreadsheets for the Sensory Profile-2 and the Sensory Processing Measure
At Embody OT, most of the focus is on mind-body modalities; however, I wanted to share this tool that was very helpful to me when I was working in outpatient pediatrics. This is ONLY a scoring sheet for each version of the Sensory Profile-2 and the Sensory Processing Measure assessments. The purpose of this tool…
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The Embody OT Philosophy
The Embody OT Philosophy is built on the principle that establishing healthy habits is at the core of wellness. The adage, “consistency is key” is so important when it comes to being healthy and managing chronic conditions. The foundation of Embody OT is built on the three concepts of embody, empower, engage and make up…
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Where Can I Get a Shower Chair?!
Getting and finding the durable medical equipment (DME) can be a challenge… here is a PDF for the current equipment lending closets/programs in Southern Arizona. I currently work in the home health setting with primarily older adults and many of our clients are in need of affordable options for durable medical equipment. Insurance companies, including…