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Making the Invisible Visible: Standardized Cognitive Testing for Brain Injuries
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs) are conditions that are encountered in rehabilitation practice. They can result from motor vehicle […]
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The OT Decision-Making Process When Recommending 24-Hour Attendant Care
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) In this newsletter, we will be summarizing the findings from a research article as it pertains to the recommendation of 24-hour attendant care […]
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A Smarter Home: The Future of AI in Creating Enhanced Living Environments for Seniors
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) With artificial intelligence (AI) technologies on the rise, the use of AI to create enhanced living environments or smarter homes is also growing. […]
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Power Wheelchairs Today: Where Mobility Meets Function
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) Over the past decade, there have been significant innovations with power wheelchairs. While older models prioritize durability, safety and power, newer models balance […]
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FSRA’s Response to Recent Spike in Insurer’s Denials of Service Provider Travel Time
Written by Simrin Pardal Over the past few months, several service providers have noticed an increase in denials of expense claims for provider travel time as part of their treatment […]
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Changes in the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule Coverage in Ontario
Written by Simrin Pardal In this edition of our Fall newsletter, we will be discussing significant changes to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) regime in Ontario. The Ontario government […]
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Staying at Home: Considerations for Aging in Place
Written by Simrin Pardal What if your home could adapt to you as you age, instead of you adapting to a new place? The desire to age in place is […]
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Staying Sharp: Cognitive Tools & Resources to Keep Older Adults Independent
Written by Simrin Pardal Every day, over 400 Canadians develop Dementia.1 Even more common is living with mild cognitive impairment, which can develop into Dementia. Issues with memory, language, attention, […]
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The Ins and Outs of Spinal Cord Injuries
Written by Simrin Pardal The spinal cord contains a bundle of nerves and nerves fibers which send and receive signals from the brain. The spinal cord starts at the bottom […]
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