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Occupational therapists collaborate with injured Veteran - VAntage Point
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44UX: Occupational Medicine
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Veterans Affairs (VA)
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"Ryan was admitted to the inpatient Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center (PRC) of the Minneapolis VA in October 2020
He was recovering from bilateral transradial amputations and numerous surgeries to address severe chest, torso and face injuries sustained in an explosion in his home.
From day one, his occupational therapist (OT) noted his problem-solving skills and took on the challenge to help him conceptualize all that was possible. Through varied educational strategies and a focus on return to his preferred life activities, the OT team and Ryan collaborated.
They wanted to find creative ways to use his residual limbs, customize adaptive equipment, and incorporate assistive technology such as voice command “Smart Home” tools to meet his unique needs and goals."...
He was recovering from bilateral transradial amputations and numerous surgeries to address severe chest, torso and face injuries sustained in an explosion in his home.
From day one, his occupational therapist (OT) noted his problem-solving skills and took on the challenge to help him conceptualize all that was possible. Through varied educational strategies and a focus on return to his preferred life activities, the OT team and Ryan collaborated.
They wanted to find creative ways to use his residual limbs, customize adaptive equipment, and incorporate assistive technology such as voice command “Smart Home” tools to meet his unique needs and goals."...
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