Hello, I am an older, newish OT and I understand why using pegs, cones and loops are not functional activities.
I have used peg boards before to play a solitaire type game when someone is standing statically and for a couple of low functioning dementia patients after falls injuring shoulders. For some reason these types of activities engage the dementia patients more than actual ADL or exercise. Anyway, I am sure I am not the only newish OT on this list and I would like to know suggestions of functional activities that can be performed instead of using the old methods that seem to be in every OT dept. I can surely think of some, but I think another opinion is helpful and may be helpful to more people than just myself. Rebecca, OTR/L Minneapolis MN --------------------------------- Need a quick answer? Get one in minutes from people who know. Ask your question on Yahoo! Answers. -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] ************************************************************************************** Enroll in Boston University's post-professional Master of Science for OTs Online. Gain the skills and credentials to propel your career. www.otdegree.com/otn **************************************************************************************
