The Interdisciplinary Approach to Vision Rehabilitation Following Brain Injury

Berryman, Amy; Rasavage, Karen

doi:10.1201/b10524-3

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“…They identify specific objective measures to assess concussion-related vision disorders in occupational therapy in order to develop functional goals in specific tasks. In addition, Berryman and Ravage (2011;Berryman et al, 2020) agree that occupational therapists are key contributors to addressing visual impairments in the ABI population from evaluation through intervention. They also identify as functions of the occupational therapist assessing and treating the areas of visual perception, visual-motor integration, and participation in ADLs that involve visual input, like driving.…”

Section: Occupational Therapy and Concussion-related Vision Disordersmentioning

confidence: 99%

Concussion-Related Vision Disorder Practice Patterns in Occupational Therapy: A Survey

Reiser¹,

Bunin²,

Scheiman³

2020

The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Background: : Occupational therapists are among the first providers to initiate care after a concussion; however, evidence is limited regarding current concussion-related vision disorder practice patterns. A better understanding of these practice patterns is important because of the impact of undetected and untreated vision problems on occupational performance. Method: : A mixed-methods survey was administered online to occupational therapists to explore the assessments and interventions used to address concussion-related vision disorders, occupational therapy's perceived role, and difficulties encountered when treating these conditions. Results: : Of 23,910 occupational therapists invited to participate, 2,278 (10%) began the survey, and 1,187 (52%) met inclusion criteria. Assessment tools identified were subjective and objective in nature. Identification and treatment varied significantly based on years of practice, whether an optometrist was on site, and whether vision continuing education was completed. Identified roles included ADLs, compensation, and identification. Treatment difficulties included resources, education, and evidence. Conclusion: : Data revealed inconsistent practice patterns, perhaps because of educational differences. The results suggested improving education in the areas of concussion and vision by developing interprofessional collaboration and standards of care, developing a vision remediation certification, and producing further research regarding concussion-related vision disorders and occupation in the occupational therapy literature.

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Section: Occupational Therapy and Concussion-related Vision Disordersmentioning

confidence: 99%