Therapeutic Resources Blog
Sharp Rise in Occupational Therapy Cases at New York’s Schools
February 23, 2015
As widely used as Occupational Therapy has been, over the last four years, New York City public schools have seen a 30 percent increase in the number of students referred to occupational therapy, to nearly 42,000 students. The city covers the cost, which at $58 million a year is up from $38 million just five years ago. Read More »
Doctor blames discredited autism research for measles outbreak
February 20, 2015
The measles outbreak has grown to at least 166 cases in 18 states and the District of Columbia. Despite overwhelming evidence that the vaccine is safe, some parents are still not convinced. Read More »
Premature Delivery Tied to Heart Risks in Mother
February 19, 2015
Pregnancy complications such as pre-eclampsia, pregnancy-induced hypertension and gestational diabetes are recognized risk factors for cardiovascular disease in the mother. But this analysis, published in The European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found that preterm delivery itself also increases the risk. Read More »
Reaching Deaf Babies with Implants, iPads and Therapy
February 18, 2015
Learn how "tele-therapy" is making patients lives easier, saving money, and bringing specialized medical care to undeserved and remote communities. Read More »