occupational therapy equipment/software package mike bohrer
TRANSCRIPT
Goal To provide a medical center with basic
equipment and software necessary for a technology-based occupational therapy program that is primarily focused on rehabilitating the fine motor skills of the hand
Dynamometer Baseline® HiRes Hand
Dynamometer
Handheld device for measuring hand and grip strength
Purpose: To assess the status and strength of a patient’s hand(s) and grip before therapy
Dynamometer (continued) Use/Value: Gives the therapist an idea
of the condition and progression of patients’ hands before and after their prescribed therapy
Cost: $279.99
http://www.bpp2.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?page=BPPI/PROD/02-Measurement-010201/1201
Hand Fitness Trainer “The Hand Fitness Trainer”
by Clinically Fit Inc.
Glove-like device with elastic bands that strap to each fingertip
Purpose: To exercise and strengthen the hand
Hand Fitness Trainer (continued) Use/Value: The patient moves their hand against
light resistance which strengthens underactive muscles and stretches underactive muscles allowing them to improve their dexterity safely. Improved dexterity will make important everyday tasks (such as writing) easier
Cost: $29.99
http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/The-Hand-Fitness-Trainer/200459
Software Application Dexteria
Mobile application that runs therapeutic hand exercises on a touch screen device
Purpose: Aids in fine motor skill development while the application automatically tracks timing and progress
Software Application (continued)
Uses/value: Dexteria activities are fun(especially for children) and will make patients’ rehab experience a little more enjoyable. Therapists will benefit from the application’s automatic timing and progress tracking
Cost: $3.99
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dexteria-fine-motor-skill/id420464455?mt=8
Tablet Computer Apple iPad Mini 16GB
with Retina display
Lightweight portable tablet computer
Purpose: To run Dexteria application
Tablet Computer (continued)
Use/Value: Patients can use Dexteria application with their fingertips on the device’s touch screen. Using The Hand Fitness Trainer while using the iPad will increase intensity of the exercises.
Cost: $399
http://www.apple.com/ipad-mini
iPad Case NuGuard GripStand
mini iPad Mini Case
Protective iPad case and stand
Purpose: To protect the iPad and make it more convenient for patients to use
iPad Case (continued) Use/Value: Grip helps patients hold the
device. Case also functions as a stand to prop the device up on a table. Slim design protects the iPad without adding much bulk
Cost: $27.99
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Newer%20Technology/PADNUGGSMB
Conclusion Total cost: $740.96
This is a very cost-effective package for an occupational therapist to rehabilitate patients’ hands from injuries and chronic conditions