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The official page for the Lewis University MSOT program

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March 12th - 18th was Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week. MS is a neurological condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. Occupational therapists work with this population to address pain, activity tolerance, and quality of life.

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The American Heart Association has shared 10 ways to prevent heart disease. Incorporating any and all of the steps into your daily routine can help you live a healthier life! For more information, visit https://t.co/ZChY7Pvtvm

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February is American Heart Month! Understanding the signs and symptoms of a heart attack can decrease heart damage and increase chances of recovery! To find out more, visit https://t.co/W1l4xvAMZE

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Today is National Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Awareness Day. CTE is connected to a history of repeated head trauma and hits to the head. To learn more about CTE and how to make a difference, visit https://t.co/JTqvfpSaba.

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January 24th is Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day. If you would like to learn more and find ways to support individuals with this condition, visit https://t.co/ns9IRwXJAO

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On January 16th, we celebrate the life and achievements of the key leader in the civil rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. Take the time to understand and support civil rights and the issues faced by communities of color. Source:
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Today, October 27th, is World Occupational Therapy Day! Occupational Therapists promote awareness of this valuable and distinct profession that works to help individuals to engage in occupations or the necessary and meaningful activities of life.
#WorldOccupationalTherapyDay

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It's #WorldMentalHealthDay

EVERY
MOVE
COUNTS.

Let's #BeActive to prevent diseases and boost your #MentalHealth.

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Congratulations to the 589 OTRs and 191 COTAs who earned their national certification today! #CertifiedOTR #CertifiedCOTA #OTR #COTA #NBCOTCertified

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Al Roker recognized his son on National Son’s Day, and https://t.co/WwRnpvRSqL highlighted how far Nick Roker, who has autism, has come with the help of OT. Watch Roker share his family’s story at AOTA’s 2017 Annual Conference & Centennial Celebration at https://t.co/9GoRWBK65A

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Occupational therapy practitioners are encouraged to use evidence-informed intervention ideas as a guide for clinical decision-making. This one focuses on handwriting for children and youth ages 5-21. #OTevidencebased https://t.co/DouzBdzgDP

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Vendors demonstrated how different buttons, switches, and devices can be used to maximize independence in ADL’s and IADL’s

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Today is the last day of the Abilities Expo in Schaumburg. The expo showcases all things related to assistive technology, including devices, informative workshops, and interactive events! Stay tuned to see some tech that our students got to try!

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Many different types of wheelchairs, chair lifts, and transfer devices were also on display!

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Many students got to try sensory beds called “zPods”

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OTs use #beekeeping to help individuals living with mental illness on Greece's Leros island 🐝https://t.co/dbOou70N5K #OTsaroundtheworld #FridayFeeling #MentalHealth #Therapy #OTR #COTA

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The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) gave a guest lecture in this morning’s Tech and the Environment class! The IATP promotes the availability of AT and services for those with disabilities. Check out some AT that our students were able to try today 👇

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Congratulations to the new initiates of Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE). PTE is a specialized honor society for occupational therapy students and alumni. PTE recognizes and encourages superior scholarship among students enrolled in accredited educational programs across the U.S.

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It is Hand Therapy Week! The hand therapy specialty evolved from the need for a therapist with the knowledge and experience required to manage the challenging recovery of complex hand and upper extremity injuries. Hug an OT who specializes in hand therapy! #HTW2022