OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

This study tests whether a fun, game-based occupational therapy program can improve daily living skills, satisfaction, and emotional well-being in 20 adolescents with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, compared to standard therapy. Participants must be able to use a computer or tablet …

This study tests whether an online self-management program or in-person task training helps people with early-stage Parkinson's disease do daily activities and feel better. About 100 adults aged 45-70 will be split into three groups: online program, in-person training, or no extr…

This study tests whether a home-based e-rehabilitation program (OTHER) helps older adults who have had a stroke improve their ability to perform daily activities, compared to standard occupational therapy. About 171 people aged 60 and older will receive either the OTHER program—w…

This study watches and analyzes video recordings of real occupational therapy sessions for adults recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury. Researchers want to identify the key techniques therapists use to improve arm and hand function. The goal is to create a toolkit that he…

This study is testing a new screening tool called SOCS-OTS to see if it correctly identifies cancer survivors who need occupational therapy. Researchers will compare it to a standard screening method already used at MD Anderson Cancer Center. About 80 adults who are being seen in…

This study is creating a video and audio library to help teach occupational therapy skills. Researchers will record real therapy sessions and training activities with permission from therapists, trainees, and patients. The goal is to improve how clinical skills are taught and ass…