Heather,
A couple of questions about your "traveling"  sensory room.  Are you using 
these techniques with specialized geriatric populations such as dementia and 
the mentally ill population?  Can you give us a few examples of how and with 
whom you are using these techniques?  Also, I am interested in what the 
"infinity walks" are and where i can get more info on those in 
particular.....sounds interesting and having worked with both of the 
specialized populations I mentioned above, I know that their sensory issues 
often intefere with their safety and function!   Would just like to hear 
more dialogue about how others are using these techniques.  Thanks!  Terrie
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>   3. Re: Saebo (Carmen Aguirre)
>   4. Re: SI Room (Jim Arceneaux)
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> From: "Bleier, Heather N Ctr 65 MDOS/EDIS"
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> Hello Jim:
>
> Regarding #1: Check out the following sites:
> http://www.flaghouse.com/SnoezelenAL.asp
> http://www.southpawenterprises.com/
> http://www.pdppro.com/
> http://www.vitallinks.net/
>
> I travel frequently, so, I do not actually use a "sensory room";
> however, I do use SI techniques with the geriatric population.  I have a
> kit with a variety of "mouth tools", i.e. z-vibe, sweet, sour, bitter,
> resistive chew and suck, a variety of age appropriate respiratory/blow
> activities.  I use Therapeutic Listening, SI tactile activities, Brain
> Gym, and ocular-motor/vestibular tasks, i.e. infinity walks (sideways
> 8's for balance and visual/auditory attention, visual tracking, etc.),
> the "Matrix" game, and many other strategies.
>
> I hope this helps,
>
> Heather Bleier
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:45:36 -0600
> From: "Cim Viken" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [OTlist] FW:
> To: <[email protected]>
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>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> My experience with Saebo started April 2006 to present.  I have had 10
> patients who were fitted and are using the device to further Independence.
> I have had some great results.
>
>
>
> 1.       Patient-CVA post 22 years ago.  We have had to work first on
> lengthening her flexor tendons using a Dynasplint wrist extension.  She 
> has
> a prosthetic leg on stroke side.  (She was in a tractor accident and lost
> her leg and had a blood clot resulting in stroke).  She has the most tone 
> in
> her L UE so far of all other patients.  She is working with grasping the 
> 7?
> ball w/ Saeboflex mostly in front of her because she has about 40 deg of
> AROM w/ shoulder flexion.  We are making some nice gains w/ shoulder and
> elbow.  We have been working about 2 weeks. She did get Botox shots in
> January.
>
> 2.       Patient CVA post years ago.  This guy is amazing.  I have been
> working with him since Dec. 2006.  He attends 1x per week because he 
> travels
> 100 miles.  He was easy to fit due to having good joint stability.  He now
> can pick up and place a small water glass and tip it over. He is using it 
> to
> carrying items.  His shoulder and elbow have improved both ? full ranges 
> and
> better. His finger extension is about ? movements.  He has never pick up
> anything before this training.  He stated he didn?t get much therapy due 
> to
> right after his stroke he had DVT in the hospital and only got P.T.
> outpatient.  No one worked on his hand.
>
> 3.       Patient CVA 8 years.  Young mother in her 30?s currently.  I just
> started with her.  She is making nice gains w/ movement also.
>
> 4.       Patient CVA 7 years ago.  Male age upper 30?s.  This guy has
> amazing strength and tone w/ finger flexors, elbow extensors and shoulder
> elevation.  If he moves his arm anytime, these synergetic patterns occur.
> He has to be reminded to not crush the ball, but grade the grasp of the
> ball.  He is making good progress using his hand without tensing his
> shoulder and w/ elbow flexion movement without tensing his shoulder.
>
>
>
> I have a few more that later I can explain if anyone wants more examples.
>
>
>
> I was certified in April 2006 and have had to market this a lot.  It?s a 
> new
> concept and device.  It shows that the hand leads the rest of the arm. 
> Most
> theories state return goes proximal to distal.  The above cases have all
> improved w/ movement throughout the stroke arm.  Patients have to be
> motivated and are asked to complete the exercises two 45 mins. session a
> day.  They come in 1-3 times (depending the traveling distance) and OT 
> guide
> them with what to work on next.  Repetition is the key to this success to
> ?rewire? the brain.  I currently have 1 Neurologist from another town
> referring patients to me and these patients are bypassing 2-3 other OT
> clinics.  It gets me very excited to see this improvement over a short 
> time;
> however the patient has to commit long term to continue improving.  I am
> also using the Interactive Metronome (IM) program with these patients just
> to see if IM speeds up more improvements.  So far I would say yes.  It is
> only the same theory of rewiring the brain to improve cognition, motor
> planning, and reaction time.
>
>
>
> It is well worth the $480 for the course.  I know currently about 1/3 of 
> my
> patients are due to treating w/ Saebo.  Most of these patients are 
> grateful
> for someone to care.  Also, Medicare is recognizing Saeboflex as 
> chargeable
> code.  Medicare is covering 80%.  Insurance vary.
>
>
>
> If anymore questions, I can post more information.
>
>
>
> Cimberly  ?Kimberly?  Viken, OTR/L  (spelling is w/ a C)
>
> Occupational Therapy
>
> .
>
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:21:02 -0500
> From: "Carmen Aguirre" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Saebo
> To: OTlist <[email protected]>
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> I stand corrected!
>
> Carmen
>
>
> From: Rob Koch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Reply-To: [email protected]
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Saebo
> Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 17:15:44 -0800 (PST)
>>Neither the SaeboFlex or SaeboStretch use e-stim.
>>That is very incorrect - it is a mechanical dynamic
>>hand splint.
>>
>>The "splint" that incorporates e-stim is the Bioness
>>system. It is a very different product although the
>>goals of both systems are similar
>>
>>Rob
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:40:09 -0800 (PST)
> From: Jim Arceneaux <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] SI Room
> To: [email protected]
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> Thank you Heather,
>
>  That was an impressive post.  Can you tell me more about "Infinity 
> Walks?"  How do use this as a therapeutic medium?  Would you be so kind to 
> provide some examples?
>
>  Thanks again,
>
>  Jim
>
> "Bleier, Heather N Ctr 65 MDOS/EDIS" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>  Hello Jim:
>
> Regarding #1: Check out the following sites:
> http://www.flaghouse.com/SnoezelenAL.asp
> http://www.southpawenterprises.com/
> http://www.pdppro.com/
> http://www.vitallinks.net/
>
> I travel frequently, so, I do not actually use a "sensory room";
> however, I do use SI techniques with the geriatric population. I have a
> kit with a variety of "mouth tools", i.e. z-vibe, sweet, sour, bitter,
> resistive chew and suck, a variety of age appropriate respiratory/blow
> activities. I use Therapeutic Listening, SI tactile activities, Brain
> Gym, and ocular-motor/vestibular tasks, i.e. infinity walks (sideways
> 8's for balance and visual/auditory attention, visual tracking, etc.),
> the "Matrix" game, and many other strategies.
>
> I hope this helps,
>
> Heather Bleier
>
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> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:48:02 -0800 (PST)
> From: Jim Arceneaux <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Start ups
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> Thanks for the post Jessica,
>  I checked Optelec's website and couldn't find the info on Mary Warren's 
> kits.  I worked with an optometrist once that had attended several of her 
> conferences, so I guess I could try contacting him.  Although, I'm not 
> certain whats become of him lately as we had a recent not planned move to 
> a neighboring state.  If you could provide further information on these 
> kits it would be appreciated.  The program would be part of a hospital 
> outpatient center.  I have seen patient's for low vision services in the 
> past, but only in a SNF and home health background.  Never had the need 
> for much equipment, but doing this in outpatient is a different story.
>
>  Jim
>
> "Jessica R. Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>  A low vision program could be costly depending on what supplies you have
> access to. I share a wall with 2 OD's and we share everything!! The
> clinic has 2 CCTV's, a reader, filters, all sorts of specs and
> magnifiers, and all the ADL equipment. Mary Warren has 2 kits with
> devices, which are available from Optelec (not sure the cost).
>
> Would your program be connected to a hospital/health care system? Would
> you see clients in their homes?
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Sunday, February 25, 2007 7:08 PM
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> Subject: [OTlist] Start ups
>
> Hello everyone,
>
> Would anyone on the list be willing to share start up supply lists,
> etc for:
>
> 1. Sensory integration with a geriatric pysch. population? I am
> specifically interested in a sensory room. What would be your choices
> on training and/or obtaining the expertise needed to pull this off?
>
> 2. An outpatient program for low vision rehabilitation.
>
> Any information would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Jim Arceneaux
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> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 23:15:06 -0600
> From: "Jenny Daup" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Start ups
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> Look for a number on lowvision.com then call for a  catalog. They are a
> sister company to optelec and their new catalog has the Mary Warren kit in
> it. They also have 90 day trial (you can return and get your money back) 
> on
> their kits...if you are a new customer.
> Jenny Daup
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf
> Of Jim Arceneaux
> Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 9:48 PM
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Start ups
>
> Thanks for the post Jessica,
>  I checked Optelec's website and couldn't find the info on Mary Warren's
> kits.  I worked with an optometrist once that had attended several of her
> conferences, so I guess I could try contacting him.  Although, I'm not
> certain whats become of him lately as we had a recent not planned move to 
> a
> neighboring state.  If you could provide further information on these kits
> it would be appreciated.  The program would be part of a hospital 
> outpatient
> center.  I have seen patient's for low vision services in the past, but 
> only
> in a SNF and home health background.  Never had the need for much 
> equipment,
> but doing this in outpatient is a different story.
>
>  Jim
>
> "Jessica R. Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>  A low vision program could be costly depending on what supplies you have
> access to. I share a wall with 2 OD's and we share everything!! The
> clinic has 2 CCTV's, a reader, filters, all sorts of specs and
> magnifiers, and all the ADL equipment. Mary Warren has 2 kits with
> devices, which are available from Optelec (not sure the cost).
>
> Would your program be connected to a hospital/health care system? Would
> you see clients in their homes?
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
> Behalf Of Jim Arceneaux
> Sent: Sunday, February 25, 2007 7:08 PM
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: [OTlist] Start ups
>
> Hello everyone,
>
> Would anyone on the list be willing to share start up supply lists,
> etc for:
>
> 1. Sensory integration with a geriatric pysch. population? I am
> specifically interested in a sensory room. What would be your choices
> on training and/or obtaining the expertise needed to pull this off?
>
> 2. An outpatient program for low vision rehabilitation.
>
> Any information would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Jim Arceneaux
>
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> Message: 7
> Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:32:40 -0800 (PST)
> From: Bill Maloney <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] OTlist Digest, Vol 25, Issue 23
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> Just responding to Ron's message about the patient who "felt helped" even 
> though standardized testing measures indicated otherwise.  I agree with 
> whomever recently stated on this listserv, "Never underestimate the power 
> of therapeutic use of self."  While there is no CPT code to bill for this 
> phenomenon, I believe that it's very relevant to our practice.  As we move 
> closer to outcome-based reimbursement in home health, the pressure will 
> become even greater to document measurable, functional gains for our 
> therapeutic efforts.  I believe that embracing this phenomenon may 
> actually facilitate progress, and thus increase measurable functional 
> gains.  Guess we'll see........
>
> Bill Maloney, OTR
>
>
>
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>   1. Re: Saebo (Carmen Aguirre)
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>   3. A Positive Report - I think? (Ron Carson)
>   4. Re: Saebo (Rob Koch)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 18:02:22 -0500
> From: "Carmen Aguirre" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Saebo
> To: [email protected]
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> It  is  a  spint used with people with hemiplegic/hemiparetic arms. It
> provides e-stim and to the digits/hands to move in a fuctional pattern
> to  grasp objects. Just to a google search and you will see more about
> it.
>
> Carmen
>
>
> From: Ron Carson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Reply-To: [email protected]
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: [OTlist] Saebo
> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:57:07 -0500
>>What the heck is a Saebo?
>>
>>Ron
>
>
>
>
>
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>
> Message: 2
> Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 19:21:29 -0500
> From: "Carmen Aguirre" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Sh arcs
> To: OTlist <[email protected]>
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>
> I  would  like to invite all of us working in SNF's to stop using the
> arc  and  the  pegs  for  one  week  and  see if other, more real-life
> activities can be done; ie clean a table using the circular motion the
> arc  would  promote, clean a window? instead; place family pictures on
> the  wall of their room using painter's tape or push pins; label their
> dresser  drawers  with  the  contents  to  replace  the  infamous peg?
> motions;  forgive  me  for been so blunt but do WE in ?our daily life?
> EVER  sit  and  pull  pegs aimlessly for any lenght of time? If we are
> playing  a board game...there is a real life purpose to it; if we need
> to  strengthen  sorting  skills...sort  socks, clothes...If I were the
> patient...I  would be insulted if a therapist comes to me, charging an
> arm  and  a  leg for every 15 min of the encounter to have me do that!
> Research  does  NOT  support  using  pegs and rom arc to automatically
> improve  self care skills. Research does show that practicing the very
> tasks  to  be  mastered  iimproves  performance  in  such task... This
> discussion  takes  me  back  to my first years as OT in Phys Dys...the
> DRG's and Care Maps...and need to show a physical meassure of progress
> for  every skill tested...Very cool but not necessarily Occupationally
> based?.  Now,  2007 we have a lot more tools/ research/ information at
> our disposal to use activities that are relevant to our clients...
>
> I  find  myself struggling to re-contextualized the most simple tasks
> at  the  SNf  to make it relevant...Not easy yet possible most of the
> time...anyways...forgive  me  if  coming  across  offensive...not  my
> intent.  Occupationa Therapy has the power to infuse relevance to the
> life of a patient...are we facilitators or inhibitors?
>
>
>
> Carmen
>
>
> From: "Charles Sullivan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Reply-To: [email protected]
> To: OTlist <[email protected]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] OTlist Digest, Vol 25, Issue 17
> Date: Thu, 22 Feb 2007 16:48:43 -0500
>>
>>I? DO?use?shoulder?arcs too.
>>
>>For the most part, every SNF I have worked in has at least one arc,
>>the colored cones?and peg boards. I agree they do look child like and
>>could be designed differently, like black, red and silver or maybe one
>>could purchase weighted disc's, cones or pegs. I sometimes use velcro
>>wrist weights, or I have the Pt stand to do the activity, or place it
>>on the floor to achieve and grade depending on their short or
>>long?term goals with?B/UE-LE ROM/strength/ADL's etc. Because many
>>facilities "Therapy Rooms" have limited space, budgets etc.?they
>>purchase and have their OT's use of them.?Because these items are
>>portable and light weight, I often work with Pt's in their rooms
>>(bedridden)and I am better able to get them to achieve their UE/LE ADL
>>goals: dressing, bathing and grooming, where otherwise my?options to
>>achieve them would be limited. This is not a perfect OT world we work
>>in. I enjoy reading OTlist.
>>
>>Keep up the good work Ron!
>>
>>B Sullivan COTA/L
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 20:08:10 -0500
> From: Ron Carson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [OTlist] A Positive Report - I think?
> To: [email protected]
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> Today I d/c a patient who really didn't show much progress towards her
> goals. I previously sent a message as sort of a case study. I used two
> standardized  measures,  the Geriatric Depression Rating Scale and the
> COPM.  Unbelievably,  her  discharge  GDRS score showed a substantial
> increase in depression and her COPM scores are as follows:
>
>                                      (Performance/Satisfaction)
>                                     Initial           Discharge
> Ambulate to bathroom with walker:      5/3                 8/8
> Feed Self without spilling food:       10/5                3/1
>
> So,  despite these meager outcomes, the patient was adamant that I had
> helped  her. I wanted to pursue the situation but opted to just let it
> lie.  But,  I  can't  help but wonder why someone who didn't make much
> measurable  progress  felt  that  they  had  been  helped.  As you may
> suspect, I have a theory...
>
> Somewhere in my "travels", I came across the following statement:
>
> =====================================================================
>
> "Often what appears to make a difference is the sense that we ?matter?
> to  someone else in a genuine way. Good therapy is part of the general
> human condition to be connected and to matter."
>
>        SOURCE:  Tryssenaar,  J.  (1997).  Clinical  Interpretation of
>        ?Understanding    Professional    Behavior:   Experiences   of
>        Occupational  Therapy  Students  inn  Mental Health Settings?.
>        AJOT 51(8). "
>
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>
> This  patient  lives  in  an ALF, her daughter visits regularly, but I
> can't  help  wondering  if  somehow my therapy, just being there, made
> enough  of  a  difference  in  this  sweet  woman's life that she felt
> helped!  It's  these  type of phenomena that make the profession of OT
> such as sweet, intriguing and perplexing profession.
>
> Ron
>
>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 17:15:44 -0800 (PST)
> From: Rob Koch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [OTlist] Saebo
> To: [email protected]
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> Neither the SaeboFlex or SaeboStretch use e-stim.
> That is very incorrect - it is a mechanical dynamic
> hand splint.
>
> The "splint" that incorporates e-stim is the Bioness
> system.  It is a very different product although the
> goals of both systems are similar
>
> Rob
> --- Carmen Aguirre <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>> It  is  a  spint used with people with
>> hemiplegic/hemiparetic arms. It
>> provides e-stim and to the digits/hands to move in a
>> fuctional pattern
>> to  grasp objects. Just to a google search and you
>> will see more about
>> it.
>>
>> Carmen
>>
>>
>> From: Ron Carson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>> Reply-To: [email protected]
>> To: [email protected]
>> Subject: [OTlist] Saebo
>> Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 17:57:07 -0500
>> >What the heck is a Saebo?
>> >
>> >Ron
>>
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