OT with Integrative Health at AOTA Conference 2019
This year’s conference is in the beautiful city of New Orleans, Louisiana. As a part of the Holistic OT Community, we are excited to see complementary health and integrative health (CHAIH) offerings represented at this year’s AOTA Conference. Here is the round up!
Pre-Conference Institutes and Seminars
6-hour sessions that will be presented on Wednesday, April 3, from 12:00 pm–6:30 pm. Institutes require an additional fee and advance registration. Each institute provides in-depth continuing education at a fraction of the cost of comparable professional development. Seminars also require an additional fee and advance registration.
Institute 017: Reiki Level I: A Complementary and Integrative Health Modality Used With Occupational Therapy; Certificate Provided
This year, there is more reiki! Reiki reduces pain, facilitates stress reduction, enhances relaxation, and promotes healing during client-centered treatment. Reiki incorporated into OT can improve a client’s occupational performance. AOTA has supported the use of complementary modalities in occupation-based treatment since 2005. Attunement to Reiki energy, hand positions, significant experiential practice, billing, marketing, research, and extensive OT resources and references will be provided. Level I certificate presented to attendees. It will be held at the New Orleans Marriott – Balcony.
Complementary health and integrative health (CHAIH) workshops
Workshop 105A – Reiki and OT, Level II, First of Two Workshops (Must Have Reiki Level I Training and Attend Both Level II Workshops)
Thu, April 4th, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
By Rebecca Austill-Clausen, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, Complementary Health Works
Understand how to incorporate intermediate-level Reiki techniques and apply current research appropriately when using Reiki within occupation-based treatment for clients in hospice or impaired by cancer, arthritis, joint pain, cardiac conditions, depression, multiple sclerosis, mild Alzheimer’s, and a variety of other conditions., Accurately describe the purpose, meaning, and implementation of the primary Reiki symbology, philosophy, and treatment modalities for use in a variety of clinical settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, home-based healthcare, community-based programs, skilled nursing facilities, health and wellness centers, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centers, private practice, and additional settings.
Workshop 105B – Reiki and OT, Level II, Certificate Provided, Second of Two Workshops (Must Have Reiki Level I Training & Attend Both Level II Workshops)
Thu, April 4th, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
By Rebecca Austill-Clausen, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, Complementary Health Works
Explain the scientific, anatomical, and physiological components that occur when using Reiki in relation to each client’s disability during occupation-based treatment sessions., Accurately describe Reiki and OT’s role in health, wellness, and spirituality when used in collaboration with the client’s culture and matched with their disability, setting, and philosophical beliefs.
Workshop 404 – Coping With Compassion Fatigue: Keeping Connected Amid Suffering
Sun, April 7th, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
By Don Gordon, PhD, OTR/L, University of Southern California; Robin Schlundtbodien, MA, OTR/L, Playtime Solutions
Understand the history a neuroscience related to compassion and how it impacts our ability to connect with others., Use practical tools for resiliency to facilitate insight, regain depleted compassion, and develop healthier habits.
Student 101 – Creating Yoga and Martial Arts Programs That Improve Participation for Children With Disabilities
Thu, April 4th, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM
By Leon Kirschner, MPH, OTR/L, iHOPE Academy; Carol Terrelli, DPT, Thomas Jefferson University; Timothy Conly, MS, OTR/L, CERC; Kadine Walfall, DPT, CERC
Identify the benefits of participation in yoga and martial arts for children with disabilities of all types. Design programming for children with disabilities that enhances participation in lifelong wellness activities.
Complementary health and integrative health (CHAIH) Conversations That Matter
Conversations That Matter 109 – What Can OT Do About Climate Change & Environmental Sustainability?
Thu, April 4th, 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
By Camille Dieterle, OTD, OTR/L, University of Southern California
Describe ways that OT can address climate change and environmental sustainability
Conversations That Matter 214 – OT for the Spirit: Thoughts on the Practicality of Integrating Spirituality Within Practice
Fri, April 5th, 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
By Laryssa Green, OTR, University of Souther California; Lorelei Woerner, OTR/L, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, Wellness Arts Village-Integrated Wellness Therapy
Discuss and explore alternative methods of incorporating clients’ spiritual practices into OT treatment sessions, Discuss and explore daily personal practices of spirituality and prompt clients to take inventory of practices that facilitate purpose and meaning, Evaluate practitioner perceptions of spirituality and examine how these perceptions impact the therapeutic use of self with regard to engaging in client encounters on spirituality
Complementary health and integrative health (CHAIH) short courses
Short Course 248 – Wheelchair Tai Chi, Wholistic Modality for Occupational Therapist
Fri, April 5th, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
By Eun-Jin Lee, MS, OTR/L, CHT, Veterans Affairs Medical Center; Zibin Gui, PhD, University of Tennessee Cattanooga
Participants will be able to identify the scientific evidence of Tai Chi which is a mind-body practice in managing PTSD and pain. And also will be able to identify how complementary medicine such as Tai Chi may contribute to decrease in Opioid usage., Participants will be able to identify therapeutic benefits of wheelchair Tai Chi in improving quality of life and sense of empowerment in population who are wheelchair bound and the role of Occupational Therapist in promoting health and wellness.
Short Course 303 – A Case Series: Yoga and the Principles of Neuroplasticity to Promote Occupational Performance With Community Dwellers With Neurological Insults
Sat, April 6th, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
By Karen Aranha, PhD, OT, Texas Tech Health Sciences Center; Laura Matteson, BS, Texas Woman’s University
Understand how the principles of neuroplasticity can be applied with the use of yoga to promote motor learning and function for people with acquired brain injury., Discuss and use basic yoga poses with people with acquired brain injury to promote posture control and independence with occupations.
Short Course 312 – Medical Marijuana (MM) in Rehabilitation: A Guide for OTs
Sat, April 6th, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
By Alison Bell, OTD, OTR/L, Thomas Jefferson University
List three or four potential effects of MM on occupational performance., Describe three or four ways MM can impact OT assessment and intervention.
Complementary health and integrative health (CHAIH) poster sessions
Research posters are a great part of conference where we can see the work of our colleagues, and there are many poster presentations pertaining to CHAIH this year.
Poster Session #1
Thu, April 4th, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
MH 1004 – Pilot Study: The Effects of Mindfulness Practices Among Graduate OT Students
By Alex Lopes, Nicole Palase, Christine Rigney, Mary Walsh-Roshe, & Jan Garbarini, OTD, PhD
Recognize the benefits of integrating mindfulness practices into the curriculum for graduate health-professional students. Describe the ways mindfulness practices were introduced into course sessions during the trimester of this study. Reflect on ways to incorporate similar programs into practice settings.
MH 1013 – Psycho-Spiritual Pain: Misunderstood, Misdiagnosed, …or Simply Missed?
By Courtney Sasse, MA, ED, MS OTR/L, MA DPS, University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Explore evidence-based interdisciplinary Spiritual Care Models & reflect upon occupational therapy’s potential role in assessing and addressing spiritual distress. Demonstrate improved ability to define, recognize, and articulate information about psycho-spiritual pain as it pertains to the potential impact on a client’s occupational engagement and performance.
RD 1007 – Mind Your Movement: A Yoga Program for Persons with Parkinson’s Disease
By Alyssa Talalai, MOT, Quinnipiac University; Colleen Petillo, MOT, Quinnipiac University; Meghan Healy, MOT, Quinnipiac University; Kristen Flammini, MOT, Quinnipiac University; Salvador Bondoc, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, BCPR, CHT, Quinnipiac University
Describe the elements of a yoga program for persons with Parkinson’s Disease. Describe the potential benefits of yoga on occupational performance, postural control, and movement efficiency for persons with Parkinson’s Disease.
Poster Session #2
Thu, April 4th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
CY 2009 – Mindfulness-Based Interventions in the Classroom to Increase Positive Outcomes for Students
By Mary Macaluso, University of Southern Maine; Jocelyn GIammarino, St. Catherine University; Mary Anderson, OTD/S, Huntington University
Understand what mindfulness is, the impact daily mindfulness activities can have on elementary students as well as some ways to implement mindfulness in the classroom.
GP 2018 – A Trend or Here to Stay? Current Complementary and Integrative Health Practices in OT
By Michelle Bradshaw, DC, OTR/L, Ithaca College; Amanda Lubas, OTR/L, C-IAYT, AWC, Holistic Therapies 4 Life; Betsy Grace Shandalov, OTR/L, C-IAYT, CYKT; Emmy Vadnais, OTR/L, BCTMB, ARCB
Articulate the value of and current opportunities for including complementary and integrative health approaches in OT education and practice. Propose strategies for implementing complementary and integrative health approaches in the participant’s current institution, practice settings, and personal healing.
Research 2007 – Therapists’ Perspectives of the Use of Alternative Therapy Methods in OT and PT Interventions
By Jenny Hasson, COTA/L, University of Louisiana Monroe; Amanda Latimer, COTA/L, University of Louisiana Monroe; Amanda Henderson, COTA/L, University of Louisiana Monroe; Laura Dunham, COTA/L, University of Louisiana Monroe; Carolyn Murphy, OTD, OTR/L; Ashley Elkin, COTA/L, University of Louisiana Monroe
Determine the alternative therapy methods that are preferred for intervention among OTs and PTs. Understand which interventions therapists perceive as most effective in addressing client limiting factors.
SIP 2002 – A Preliminary Look at How School-Based Mindfulness Practices Impact Student Sensory Processing Patterns
By Haley Rose, Maryville University; Alexa Garden, Maryville University; Emily Peak, Maryville University; Michelle Stading, Maryville University; Kendra Schmieg, Maryville University; Mackenzie Grefe, Maryville University; Sarah Geno, Maryville University; Rebecca Birkenmeier, OTD, OTR/L, Maryville University; Ashley Wagner, OTD, OTR/L, Maryville University
Explain the overlap between expected outcomes of mindfulness programming in schools and the goals of school-based OTs working with students who have sensory processing differences. Recognize the potential for further OT-related research in the areas of school-based mindfulness programming, student sensory processing patterns, and the OT role in mindfulness programming in schools.
Poster Session #3
Thu, April 4th, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
CY 3001 – Coaching: Food Can Influence Occupational Performance and Health
By Kerri Hample, OTD, OTR/L, FMCHC, Elizabethtown College
Apply the concepts of food as information from the Functional Medicine paradigm to choose foods that support health and wellness. Examine a virtual coaching group used with the mother of a child who has autism to achieve the mother’s feeding-related goals as measured using a food log and Goal Attainment Scaling, thus improving mealtime and other child and family occupations.
CY 3026 – Developing a Classroom Yoga Program To Influence Psychological and Physical Health for Elementary School Children
By Michele Bartlett, OTD, OTR/L, Baltimore County Public Schools
Discuss the current literature related to yoga in the classroom, its effect on childhood occupations, and the current programs and strategies available related to the prevention and management of stress, behaviors, and academic improvement. Understand OT’s role in the use of yoga in the classroom as it relates to occupational engagement and quality of life.
Research 3008 – Spirituality and Well-Being in the Daily Lives of African American Women
By Clarissa Saunders-Newton, PhD, University of Southern California
Develop a more nuanced understanding of the relationship between spirituality and the perception of well-being in the lives of African American women. Understand how spiritual practices, in terms of decisions and actions, relate to the experience of well-being in the lives of African American women.
Research 3017 – Efficacy of Myofascial Release
By Sheryl Zylstra, OTD, OTR/L, University of Puget Sound; Tiffany Farley, University of Puget Sound; Michelle Chait, University of Puget Sound; Erin Eaton, University of Puget Sound; George Tomlin, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, University of Puget Sound
Evaluate the efficacy of using myofascial release in treatment of cervical spine and upper extremity orthopedic and peripheral nerve conditions. Identify further research needs regarding the use of myofascial release in treatment by OTs.
Poster Session #4
Fri, April 5th, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
CY 4012 – Qigong Sensory Treatment (QST) for Children With ASD
By Katie Serfas, OTD, OTR/L, Saint Louis University
Understand QST, describe the research surrounding QST, and explain how QST can be an effective and practical evidenced-based intervention for children with ASD.
RD 4006 – Exploring Yoga as Evidence-Based Practice for People Living With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
By Malia Sako, USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy and Rebecca Cunningham, OTD, OTR/L, TIRR Memorial Hermann
Identify the effectiveness, benefits, and safety of yoga for people living with MS and identify opportunities to incorporate yoga as part of an evidence-based practice.
Research 4013 – Mantra Meditation To Improve Chronically Impaired Attention After Stroke: An Ongoing Trial Using Single-Case Research Design
By Cheryl Carrico, MS, OTR/L, Eastern Kentucky University; Dana Howell, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Eastern Kentucky University; John Patterson, MD, MSPH, University of Kentucky; Richard Andreatta, PhD, University of Kentucky; Lumy Sawaki, MD, PhD, University of Kentucky
Understand evidence about the effects of mantra meditation on chronically impaired attention after stroke.
Research 4016 – Perceived Impact and Experience of Long-Term Yoga Involvement for People With Chronic Pain
By Caroline Rose, Colorado State University; Arlene Schmid, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, Colorado State University; Alexandra Andrews, Colorado State University; Karen Atler, PhD, OTR, Colorado State University; Jennifer Portz, PhD, Colorado State University
Articulate the impact of yoga on occupational performance and satisfaction for people with chronic pain. Understand the perceived experience of a community-based yoga program for people with chronic pain.
Research 4017 – The Effects of Yoga on OT Students
By BrieLynn Sturm, MSOT, OTR/L, YTT-200, Kindred Healthcare – Friendship Village; Melinda Cozzolino, OTD, OTR/L, CRC, BCN, Ithaca College; Sebastian Harenberg, PhD, Ithaca College
Understand that stress-management techniques, such as yoga, can improve mental health for OT students when compared to physical exercise.
Research 4030 – Effects of Mental Imagery Training Combined Electromyogram-Triggered Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Patients With Chronic Stroke
By Jin-Hyuck Park, PhD, OT, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Understand the effects of mental imagery training combined electromyogram-triggered neuromuscular electrical stimulation. Use electromyogram-triggered neuromuscular electrical stimulation depending on physical and cognitive functions of patients with chronic stroke.
Research 4042 – Meeting the Needs of People with Parkinson Disease Through The Adaptation of A Fall Risk Program: Merging Yoga & OT for Parkinson Disease
By Laura Swink, Colorado State University; Karen Atler, PhD, OTR, Colorado State University; Tara Klinedinst, MS, OTR/L, Colorado State University; Christine Fruhauf, Colorado State University; Brett Fling, Colorado State University; Arlene Schmid, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, Colorado State University
Understand the steps in adapting a fall-risk self-management (SM) intervention in order to create the Merging Yoga and Occupational Therapy for Parkinson’s disease (MY-OT for PD) program manuals. Describe the process of qualitative research in community-based program development and adaptation.
Poster Session #5
Fri, April 5th, 12:45 PM – 2:45 PM
CAP 5018 – Critically Appraised Paper: Exploring Mindfulness Meditation’s Effect on Patients With Chronic Pain
By Cheyenne Dixon, Mrs. T. H. Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Southern California and Ashley Halle, OTD, OTR/L, University of Southern California
Discuss whether research supports the use of mindfulness meditation to treat chronic pain.
CY 5023 – The Effects of School-Based Mindfulness With Second- and Third-Grade Students With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
By Jeanne Shellenberger, OTD, OTR/L, Appoquinimink School District
Recognize and understand the key principles of mindfulness, and the application with students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (second- and third-grade students with IEP and 504 Accommodation Plans). Understand the relationship between mindfulness practices and the impact on attention and focus with school-age students during school-based OT session. Review the results of a pilot project using a school-based mindfulness intervention to begin to understand and apply strategies to implement mindfulness activities in therapy settings with school-age children.
GP 5008 – The Role of OT in Evaluating Accessibility and Proposing Environmentally Sustainable Solutions to Barriers in Municipal Buildings
By Amy Allen, MGH Institute of Health Professions; Diane Smith, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, MGH Institute of Health Professions; Susanne Rasmussen, City of Cambridge, Environmental and Transportation Planning Division
Better understand accessibility barriers that exist in municipal buildings in Cambridge, MA and describe environmentally sustainable solutions to accessibility problems.
MH 5009 – Mindfulness & Zentangle: Science, Health & Happiness—Even When You Think You Don’t Have Time!
By Christine Urish, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, BCMH, Drake University
Identify how mindfulness, through Zentangle, can improve well-being, self-compassion, creativity, and inspiration, decrease stress, and increase attention and concentration. Create a Zentangle tile in a context where there are no mistakes while reflecting on how occupation could be utilized clinically across a multitude of practice settings.
RD 5002 – The Role of OT in Promoting Environmental Sustainability and Supporting Individuals With Low Vision
By Elizabeth Williams, MGH Institute of Health Professions and Kim Schoessow, OTD, OTR/L, SCLV, MGH Institute of Health Professions
Articulate OT’s role in working with individuals with low vision and considering environmental sustainability when recommending home lighting. Define common artificial light sources used and their impact on individuals with low vision and the environment.
Research 5023 – Effects of Meditative Movements for Persons With Chronic Health Conditions
By Virgil Mathiowetz, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, University of Minnesota
Identify three benefits of meditative movements as an intervention strategy for individuals with chronic conditions. Identify three populations that may benefit from participation in meditative movements.
Poster Session #6
Fri, April 5th, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM
CAP 6006 – Critically Appraised Paper: “Efficacy of Liuzijue Qigong in Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Remission”
By Yijun Liu and Myka Winder, OTD, OTR/L, University of the Sciences
Appraise the effectiveness of using Liuzijue Qigong as an intervention approach to enhance functional capacity and quality of life in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and apply and implement the evidence of utilizing Liuzijue Qigong into treatment planning for individuals with COPD.
CY 6005 – A Survey of Education Professionals About Mindfulness Within the School Environment
By Valerie Gilroy, St. Ambrose University; Kathryn Brantley, St. Ambrose University; Christine Urish, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, BCMH, Drake University
Learn about the perceived benefits of mindfulness and consider current trends regarding mindfulness in elementary schools and the role of OT and identify the need to advocate for mindfulness in schools.
Research 6030 – Pilot Study: The Effects of Mindfulness Practices Among Graduate OT Students
By Alex Lopes, Nicole Palase, Christine Rigney, Mary Walsh-Roshe, & Jan Garbarini, OTD, PhD
Recognize the benefits of integrating mindfulness practices into the curriculum for graduate health-professional students. Describe the ways mindfulness practices were introduced into course sessions during the trimester of this study. Reflect on ways to incorporate similar programs into practice settings.
Poster Session #7
Sat, April 6th, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
AFW 7020 – Fieldwork at the Convent
By Michael Pizzi, PhD, OTR/L, Dominican College
Identify strategies for collaboration with nontraditional fieldwork sites. Describe and implement specific activities for community-based nontraditional fieldwork.
CY 7023 – Impact of a Mindfulness-Based Intervention for At-Risk Youth: A Means To Improve Self-Regulation
By Taelor Millsap, MGH Institute of Health Professions and Emily Zeman, OTD, OTR/L, MGH Institute of Health Professions
Understand the effect of a mindfulness-based intervention on self-regulation in at-risk youth populations. Identify the current and possible methods of integrating evidence-based mindfulness interventions into OT intervention and service delivery for at-risk youth.
Poster Session #8
Sat, April 6th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
AFW 8025 – Educating OT Students on Complementary Health Approaches and Integrative Health (CHAIH)
By Judith Kent, OTD, EdS, OTR/L, FAOTA, University of the Sciences; Tracey Recigno, OTD, OTR/L, University of the Sciences; Nabila Enam, MOT, OTR/L, RYT, University of the Sciences
Identify how CHAIH can be incorporated into the OT curriculum. Recognize how students benefit from learning about CHAIH.
AFW 8027 – An Exploration of Mindfulness Programming for Emerging Adults Entering Health Professions
By Christine Urish, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, BCMH, Drake University; Molly Rowell, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; Mary Riedel, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; Anna Windsor, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; Ashley Barron, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; Sarah Hichwa, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; E. Leigh McDonald, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University; Michelle Pohl, MOT/S, St. Ambrose University
Identify how structured mindfulness programs impact mindfulness measures and decrease stress in emerging adults entering health professions when compared with unstructured mindfulness activities. Learn how mindfulness can be incorporated into interprofessional education to impact professional identity and collaboration.
CY 8024 – Integrating Yoga and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Into an Occupation-Based Program for At-Risk Adolescents in the Schools
By Amrit Khalsa, OTD and Laura Schmelzer, PhD, OTR/L, University of Toledo
Demonstrate strategies to implement a yoga-based program targeting SEL in the school setting. Describe at least two ways that yoga integration in schools could benefit occupational performance among adolescents.
MH 8008 – Using Mindfulness To Decrease Pain and Opioid Use
By Bridget Houghton, University of the Sciences and Patrick Vuong, University of the Sciences
Understand the opioid epidemic and chronic pain, Understand how mindfulness meditation can be used as an alternative treatment modality. Describe OT’s role in using mindfulness meditation to increase an individual’s quality of life and occupational performance.
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