The Daily Occupation
The Daily Occupation
Anika Marin
A podcast about daily life as an occupational therapist (OT). I would love to share my story with people and to create meaningful and thoughtful discussion so everyone can come together. Not many people truly understand what occupational therapy is, and I aim to increase the awareness of this wonderful profession. Episodes will range from advocacy to discussion on specific areas of practice and about what I experience first hand working in a rehabilitation hospital.
OT and COVID-19
For this episode I wanted to provide you with my personal experience with COVID-19 working as an inpatient rehab OT.  Having these discussions can help us better understand how we as a profession can help survivors of COVID-19 return home. As always, check out my website for more information and resources! https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources 
Nov 5, 2020
15 min
NBCOT Splints
For this episode I discuss various types of splints and their purposes. It is very important to understand the use of splints in practice and for the NBCOT exam. As always, you can find resources on my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thank you!
Jul 27, 2020
24 min
NBCOT UE Conditions
Understanding and remembering all the UE conditions was difficult for me when studying for the NBCOT, so I wanted to provide an episode where I discuss various conditions and their treatments. For this episode I referenced the AOTA PDF on UE's to aid in my review. Be sure to check out the PDF and other resources on my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources  Thanks! 
Jul 26, 2020
42 min
NBCOT PAMs
For this episode I review the various modalities and their methods, effects, and contraindications/precautions. It is very important for us as OTs to be aware of various PAMs and how they can be used in practice. For more resources please check out my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thanks!
Jul 25, 2020
21 min
Wheelchair Seating and Positioning
In this episode I discuss wheelchair seating and positioning. This is an important topic area because many of you will come across various seating and positioning systems in fieldwork and your career. Be sure to check out my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources for more resources.  Thanks!
Jul 16, 2020
34 min
NBCOT Visual Deficits
It is important to understand how OT's can address visual deficits. In this episode I provide a background on OT's role in visual rehabilitation, Mary Warren's Visual Hierarchy, basic terminology, and common visual deficits and interventions we can provide. For more resources be sure to check out my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thanks!
Jun 27, 2020
29 min
NBCOT Ranchos Los Amigos Scale
The Ranchos Los Amigos Scale is a widely used scale to help determine level of functioning after a TBI. It is important to understand who client's function at each level. In this episode I provide a summary of each level and the important areas to remember. For more resources go to my website: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thank you!
Jun 25, 2020
15 min
NBCOT Allen Cognitive Levels
The Allen Cognitive Levels were always difficult for me when I was studying for the NBCOT exam, so for this episode I wanted to provide a summary on the important areas for each level. Please go to my website for more resources: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources  Thank you!
Jun 20, 2020
10 min
NBCOT Feeding Development
Today I am reviewing feeding development! In this episode I provide a brief summary, be sure to check out my website for  more resources: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thank you!
Jun 20, 2020
6 min
NBCOT Pediatric Assessments
For this episode I review the frequently used pediatric assessments in the areas of development, motor, and visual-motor skills. Please note that this is a summary of the information, but I wanted to highlight the important aspects of each assessment: the purpose, population, and performance areas.  Be sure to check out my website for resources: https://theydailyoccupation.wixsite.com/podcast/resources Thank you!
Jun 20, 2020
15 min
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