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Attention occupational therapy practitioners and physicians! I am a doctoral occupational therapy student at Presbyterian college. I am conducting a survey as part of my capstone project and would greatly appreciate your insights. This survey aims to gather information on occupational therapy practitioners' confidence and knowledge levels when treating individuals with cystic fibrosis. Please take a few minutes to share your insights and expertise by scanning the QR code in the flyer or the link below. If you know any physicians or occupational therapy practitioners, please feel free to share this survey with them. Thank you for your support! https://presby.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6ywKj3Hzpd2C4dM
We are doctoral students from Loma Linda University conducting a research study titled “Exploring Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Practitioners’ Preparedness in Technology-Based Stroke Rehabilitation” in which we are aiming to understand the use of technology by practitioners in stroke rehabilitation. We aim to understand how practitioners utilize technology, what technology they use, and what barriers or facilitators impact the therapeutic use of technology in their respective settings.
The online survey consists of32 questions and will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Click on this link to access the survey: https://llu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7PyWanoV6Fu76jI
We are currently looking to recruit currently employed occupational therapy/physical therapy practitioners who work in stroke rehabilitation. We kindly ask that you forward our research flyer and recruitment script which are included below and attached to this email to practitioners who are members of your organization.
This study is done under the direction of Dr. Rakoski who can be reached at: [email protected] should you have any further questions. Sincerely,
Principal Investigator
Douglas Rakoski, OTD, OTR/L
My name is Marie A. Chatriand, and I am an OTD student with the George Washington University OT program. I am writing because I am in the research portion of my curriculum and wished to inquire about assistance with distribution of my research survey. The research topic is "Impact of Social Media on Occupational Therapy Practice." The goal of this survey study is to explore how the use of social media impacts OT practice patterns. The survey includes questions about social media platforms used, ethical utilization of social media, and how these platforms influence practice patterns. The survey will not collect any identifiable information from the participants and is completely voluntary. This survey study has been approved/exempt by the IRB and that IRB number is NCR235253. I can provide the survey, survey cover page, IRB exemption, and informed consent form upon request. I have also copied the survey link onto the bottom of this email. I would greatly appreciate any assistance you could provide with distribution of the survey among OT members, or if you are able to offer guidance on other resources which may be available for distribution? Thank you for your kind attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing back from you soon.Regards,Marie A. Chatriand, OTS Survey Link: https://redcap.research.gwu.edu/surveys/?s=AD8AAEFEDCKJATE7
We are conducting a research study entitled, Understanding Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ Perspectives on Mentorship. Please see the flyer for details. Thank you for participating. My name is Sarah Gray, I am an Assistant Professor in the Occupational Science and Therapy Department at Colorado Mesa University. I am working on a research project with a fantastic group of graduate student researchers seeking information on how sensory processing is being addressed by professionals who deliver sex education and services to autistic individuals. Here is a summary of our project: Title: Sensory Processing in Sex Education for Autistic Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study Background: Current research has shown sensory processing impacts personal experiences of sexual and intimate relationships. Despite this, sensory processing is not adequately addressed in sex education and services for autistic individuals. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify how professionals who provide sex education are addressing sensory processing when providing services to autistic individuals to better and inform future research and practices. We are seeking survey participants who are professionals providing sex education and services to autistic individuals. . We would greatly appreciate your assistance with sharing our survey with people who could provide this type of insight. It will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. All your answers will be confidential and anonymous. You have the right to refuse to answer any questions of your choosing. This survey will close on February 1, 2025.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration. I am a current occupational therapist and doctoral candidate at the University of Northern Colorado. I am completing my dissertation research on OT work experiences and am seeking OTs to complete a brief survey. This study is approved by UNC’s IRB, protocol #2410063401. Please complete this survey by December 31, 2024! https://qualtricsxmhnkxl3gpj.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3vD522rlPvZw0lM
Dear Occupational Therapy Practitioner, You are invited to participate in a survey entitled “Supports and Barriers to Publishing within the Occupational Therapy Literature” because you are a currently practicing occupational therapy practitioner. You may also enter a raffle to receive one of five $20 Amazon gift cards! Please see the flyer for additional information and follow this link to the consent & survey: https://llu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2mFg4VdI2gMe15I Sincerely, Dragana Krpalek, PhD, OTR/L
My name is Briana Carr, and I am currently enrolled in the Master of Occupational Therapy program at Salem State University, located in Salem, Massachusetts and am completing an exploratory survey research study. The purpose of this study is to identify factors influencing occupational therapy practitioners' (OTPs) decisions regarding service delivery methods in the least restrictive environment (LRE). The goal is to collect data from school-based occupational therapy practitioners across the United States. This study will consist of an online survey through SurveyMonkey, which includes 11 questions and will take approximately 8 – 10 minutes to complete.
Dear State OT Association, We are writing to you today, Cayla Callan and Marissa Key, occupational therapy student researchers at Russell Sage College. We are conducting a research study as part of our academic program, and we are seeking permission to post a survey for data collection purposes. The weighted tools survey focuses on the use of weighted tools in school-based settings, and participation will provide valuable insights that will contribute to occupational therapy literature. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to share this survey with your community/platform. We have attached a flyer that can be shared on your platform. This project was approved by the Russell Sage College IRB. We ensure that all ethical considerations are met, including participant anonymity and data confidentiality. We are more than happy to provide additional information about our research if needed. Thank you for considering our request. We look forward to hearing from you and appreciate your support in our academic endeavors. Sincerely, Cayla Callan & Marissa Key Russell Sage College is conducting a study regarding if occupational therapists are addressing
mental health in individuals who have experienced trauma
As a certified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant (OT), we ask that you complete this survey to help us see if OTs address trauma during their treatment sessions in order to understand the significance of addressing mental health during the OT treatment. We aim to share results through presentation and publication to increase awareness on addressing mental health in individuals who have experienced trauma. The survey should take 10-15 minutes to complete. Your participation in this survey is greatly appreciated. Your feedback provides insights into what is currently happening when people come to OT’s for varying diagnoses and whether or not their trauma is being looked at. The survey is anonymous. This study will assist us in informing others on OT’s role in addressing mental health. Please note you may end your participation in this survey at any time. Thank you in advance for your feedback! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SD3PKRP (Survey Link)
Sincerely, Russell Sage College Occupational Therapy.
Kaitlyn Silk, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College.
Ryan Knoll, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College.
Brett LaBier, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College.
Under the guidance of: Margaret Hambrose, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy.
Debra Collette, OTD OTR/L, Associate Professor and Program Director, Russell Sage College
We are writing to you today, Cayla Callan and Marissa Key, occupational therapy student researchers at Russell Sage College. We are conducting a research study as part of our academic program. The weighted tools survey focuses on the use of weighted tools in school-based settings, and participation will provide valuable insights that will contribute to occupational therapy literature. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to share this survey with your community/platform. We have attached a flyer that can be shared on your platform. This project was approved by the Russell Sage College IRB. We ensure that all ethical considerations are met, including participant anonymity and data confidentiality. We are more than happy to provide additional information about our research if needed.
There is an opportunity to participate in a voluntary survey about evidence-based practice implementation and research conduction in acute care occupational therapy practice. We would appreciate any sharing with your state association members. ELIGIBILITY: We welcome you to participate in this survey if you are over 18 years old and are a licensed occupational therapy practitioner (OTR or OTA) currently practicing in an acute care hospital setting in the United States. This project has been approved by the Institutional Review Boards (IRB) at University of Minnesota (#00022945) and Mayo Clinic-Rochester (#24-008224). AIM / PROCEDURE: The researchers aim is to better understand how occupational therapy practitioners use and conduct research in the acute care setting as well as explore factors that influence practitioners’ implementation of evidence in practice and conduction of research in the acute care setting. Participation in this study involves sharing perspectives and experiences related to evidence-based practice and research conduction via a one-time electronic survey. TIME: Estimated time commitment is 20 minutes and all responses are anonymous. There are no anticipated risks involved in participation. The survey will remain open for eligible participants to complete over the next 5 weeks (Closes November 8, 2024). Here is the REDCap Survey link: https://redcap.ahc.umn.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=R84YXAE733RHR89K If you would like additional information about this study, please contact us via email at [email protected] or [email protected]. We would be happy to share more and answer any questions.
We are occupational therapy students from Russell Sage College in Troy, NY, and we are surveying as part of our research project. We would greatly appreciate it if you could help us by sharing the survey on your website or including it in the next issue of your newsletter. Your support would be invaluable in helping us gather insights from the OT community. Follows is the survey information:
Russell Sage College in Troy New York is conducting a study regarding mental health interventions through occupational therapy services in schools. The study's overall aim is to determine how occupational therapists are intervening with recognized mental health challenges in children, and what more can be done to advocate for the profession in school systems. As known for offering OT services and interventions, we believe that occupational therapists’ input would greatly contribute to the depth and richness of our research. Your perspectives and experiences are invaluable in helping us understand the current landscape of OT services and identify areas for improvement. Participation in this survey will not only benefit our research but also provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your own practices and contribute to the advancement of the OT field as a whole. The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete, and all responses will be kept confidential. We do not require therapists to share their names or any other private information. Your anonymity and privacy are of utmost importance to us. The link to the survey is: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YJ3Z2PZ Additionally, if you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out to us at colled@sage.edu.
Russell Sage College is conducting a study regarding if occupational therapists are addressing mental health in individuals who have experienced trauma As a certified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant (OT), we ask that you complete this survey to help us see if OTs address trauma during their treatment sessions in order to understand the significance of addressing mental health during the OT treatment. We aim to share results through presentation and publication to increase awareness on addressing mental health in individuals who have experienced trauma. The survey should take 10-15 minutes to complete. Your participation in this survey is greatly appreciated. Your feedback provides insights into what is currently happening when people come to OT’s for varying diagnoses and whether or not their trauma is being looked at. The survey is anonymous. This study will assist us in informing others on OT’s role in addressing mental health. Please note you may end your participation in this survey at any time. Thank you in advance for your feedback! Sincerely, Russell Sage College Occupational Therapy. Kaitlyn Silk, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College. Ryan Knoll, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College. Brett LaBier, Occupational Therapy Graduate student, Russell Sage College. Under the guidance of: Margaret Hambrose, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy. Debra Collette, OTD OTR/L, Associate Professor and Program Director, Russell Sage College (Survey Link) "Sustainability in Occupational Therapy" Course as doctoral capstone project This course is designed to equip OT practitioners, students, and educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to integrate sustainable practices into their work. We will cover key topics such as the impact of climate change on occupational therapy, strategies for promoting environmental justice, and learn action-oriented ways to implement sustainability into our practice. The course is also aligned with several ACOTE standards (B.1.3, B.2.4, B.2.5, B.4.2), making it a valuable resource for continuing education. If you are interested, you can sign up for more information by using the link provided here! Join us in a Delphi method study exploring the role of physical wellness in Counselor Education. The focus of this study is to understand what aspects of exercise and nutrition are appropriate for counselors to discuss with clients and the level of training that would adequately prepare them to do so. The input of experts, defined as licensed/credentialed professionals over the age of 18, with 5+ years of experience as an educator in the fields of Counselor Education, Health Psychology, Sports Psychology, Nutrition/Dietetics, Exercise Science, and Occupational Therapy, are needed to meet the goals of this study. All participants will be enrolled in a raffle to receive 1 of 4 available $50 gift cards. Please get in touch with Kimberly Payne ([email protected]) if you are interested in participating. My name is Emily Ouyang, and I am a second-year occupational therapy doctoral student at Presbyterian College. As a part of my capstone research project, I am currently conducting an online survey to understand and identify barriers, challenges, and needs of homebound older adults. This survey has undergone and received approval from the IRB process at my school to ensure protection for research participants.
I am completing research on pelvic floor dysfunction The purpose of this survey is better to understand the occupational impact of pelvic floor dysfunction. This research has received IRB approval. I am writing to ask if you can share the survey with your state practitioners and on your social media pages. The survey is open to individuals of all genders 18+ who have experienced at least one symptom of pelvic floor dysfunction over the last year. Symptoms can include the inability to hold urine or feces, leaking when coughing or sneezing, pain with intercourse, pelvic pain, or needing to pee during the night if not elderly or pregnant. If you have any questions feel free to message me. The link for the survey can be found here. https://tun.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tC3C3EOHoMOkAu Thank you for supporting this research and moving the occupational therapy profession forward. “Let’s Talk Tech: Wireless Technology Survey for Providers!” Audience: Actively practicing occupational, physical, or speech therapists or assistants, audiologists, assistive technology professionals, vocational rehabilitation counselors, or other health or social service providers in the U.S. Research Subject: Understanding therapy and assistive technology providers' experience delivering interventions that incorporate clients' use of mainstream technology. Brief Introduction & description: We are with the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology. The research "Voice of the Providers on Wireless Technology Survey” aims to understand therapy and assistive technology providers' experience delivering interventions that incorporate clients' use of mainstream technology (MT), like smartphones, smart home tech, and wearables into interventions. If you qualify for this research, you'll complete a 15–30-minute online survey covering demographic information, experience with MT interventions, barriers, facilitators, and education needs. Survey Link: Brief online screening survey: https://redcap.link/VOPsurvey_wrerc Audience: Occupational therapy practitioners or Certified occupational therapy assistants Research subject: Usability and Usefulness of 3D Printing in Occupational Therapy Brief description: Hello, I am a student in Lincoln Memorial University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program in Knoxville, TN. My team is conducting a research study regarding the "Usability and Usefulness of 3D Printing in Occupational Therapy." We are asking for current OT practitioners or COTAs who have experience with 3D Printing to complete a quick survey involving its applicability, accessibility, challenges, and effectiveness for clients and practitioners in the field. We would genuinely appreciate it if you would consider sharing our flyer and taking our attached survey to help us explore the opportunities, possibilities, and challenges related to 3D printing in occupational therapy. If you know of any other OT practitioners who have experience with 3D printing, please share this survey with them. All information shared within our survey will be kept anonymous and entirely confidential by our research team. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or our faculty advisor with questions related to this survey opportunity. We thank you for your time! Brianna M., Cheltsey N., MacKenzie P., Maya P., Lucas A., Connor B., & Dr. Deborah Ruediger, OTD, OTR/L, CHSE, CAPS For questions, please contact: Dr. Deborah Ruediger, OTD, OTR/L, CHSE, CAPS Email Address: deborah[email protected] Phone Number: 1-865-338-5683 Link to survey: https://lmu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aeLhEKR0BEH8YrI
I am recruiting practicing registered occupational therapists and certified occupational therapy assistants to participate in my survey for my Senior Honors Thesis. The purpose of my survey is to explore occupational therapy practitioners' perceptions surrounding sexuality and sexual health. I am interested in investigating the importance of sexual health issues in OT practice, and how OT education has prepared practitioners to support clients to navigate these issues. Topics included in the survey range from perceived importance of various sexual health competencies to satisfaction of OT education regarding sexual health. I am collecting responses until March 11. I am inviting you to share your insights and experiences with me surrounding sexual health in a survey that should only take a few minutes of your time. Your participation will contribute to a very limited area of OT research and allow me to investigate how we can better prepare OT practitioners to provide holistic care. The first 50 respondents will receive a $15 Amazon e-gift card. To participate, please follow this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/29V37TY
I understand the demands of the profession, and I would like to sincerely thank you for your consideration and time in advance. Thank you for your willingness to participate in this research endeavor! Please feel free to forward this survey to colleagues who are practicing OT practitioners that may be interested in participating and receiving a giftcard! Please reach out with any questions, comments or concerns to [email protected].
"Calling all caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder!
My name is Megan Luckette and I am a first-year student at East Carolina University. We are conducting a research study to explore the engagement and enjoyment of horseback riding and children with autism. Please see the attached flyer for more information." Flyer
We are occupational therapy students at West Virginia University and are conducting a research project on the level of education OT students and practitioners have received regarding service dog referrals, certifications, and the laws and requirements for possessing a service dog. We are also targeting current perceptions on the utilization of service dogs for therapeutic interventions. This is a student research project that is being conducted in pursuit of a Master’s/Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy. The research project has been approved by the West Virginia University Institutional Review Board (IRB), #:2312888281. Participation in this research project requires completion of an online survey that takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Participation in this study is completely voluntary. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and either a student at a college/university in an occupational therapy or occupational therapy assistant program or an occupational therapy practitioner. We appreciate your willingness to participate in our research project and hope this information can better guide our profession with useful knowledge regarding the implementation of service dogs. We, the Hearts of Gold WVU OT research team, thank you for your participation and consideration! If you could please share or forward this email/survey to anyone you know that may be eligible, we would greatly appreciate it! Here is a direct survey link and a QR code is provided on the attached flyer: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cTFtLxm1BLijcMu
Calling all pediatric occupational therapists (early intervention and school based included!) My name is Kallen Wolfer, and I am currently a second year OTD student working on a research project titled: “Use and Perceptions of Telehealth Post Covid-19”. I am seeking to gain knowledge and information regarding how the use of telehealth has transformed in pediatrics following the removal of Covid-19 restrictions. Possible risk and costs to you for taking part in the study may include discomfort from answering sensitive questions related to telehealth and the COVID-19 pandemic and the time to complete the survey. No compensation will be provided. I would really appreciate it if current pediatric occupational therapists could fill this brief survey out! https://wmich.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3sj6DgP4Ogzs8Gq
I am a member of a Task Force that is developing Cancer-related Fatigue Guidelines and would like to understand how occupational therapists and other rehabilitation providers are evaluating and treating cancer-related fatigue. Anne Fleischer, Ph.D., MPH, OT/L
You are invited to complete a survey which will support IRB-approved research (#SU23-1, Wagner College) studying self-perceptions and barriers to leadership in the profession. Completion of this survey should take no more than five minutes.
Follow this link to the Survey: Or copy and paste the URL below into your internet browser: TWU IRB Approved IRB-FY2023-294
Survey Study Seeking USA Pediatric OTPs. We are conducting a research study that evaluates the stress levels of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in the United States. If you are a current occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, please click on the link below to complete the 10-to-20-minute survey. I am a student in the Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) program at the University of Indianapolis. I am inviting you to take part in a research study that will serve as my dissertation for the DHSc degree. The purpose of this study is to understand the sleep experiences of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) students. Please see the flyer and informed consent form below for more information.
This research project has been approved by the University of Indianapolis Institutional Review Board (IRB). Approval date 7/3/2023; Approval number 01872.
My name is Payton Friend and I am an occupational therapy capstone student at St. Catherine University in Minnesota, collaborating with Mayo Clinic occupational therapy practitioners to complete a research focused project on cognitive tool, assessment, and activity use for discharge planning among occupational therapy practitioners working in acute care within a Trauma 1 hospital in the United States. The purpose of this study is to identify and understand the commonly used standardized cognitive tools, assessments, and activities used among acute care practitioners at Trauma 1 hospitals to inform their discharge recommendations. The survey has a total of 26 questions that are closed and open-ended. It should take practitioners no more than 15 minutes to complete the survey. The electronic survey will be open through June 30th, 2023. All participant responses and contact information are anonymous. Their responses would not impact their employment status. Participants are able to decline or withdraw participation in the survey study at any time. Our multi-site research team is exploring occupational therapists’ perspectives on the treatment of fatigue in adult clients. If you are a licensed, practicing occupational therapist and you have treated fatigue in at least one adult client within the last year, we invite you to participate in a brief on-line survey. We hope these efforts will:
Please see the attached flyer for additional information and/or click this link to participate: https://cwru.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7WLjVuamCVlyt0i |
