Articles Tagged With: function
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Occupational Therapy and Hospital Readmissions
Occupational therapy is a bit like case management. In both vocations, the greater healthcare community (and population in general) is not entirely familiar with their purpose. Both positions often are all-encompassing, diverse, and necessary as they consider the whole person. Both occupational therapists and case managers often play a role in helping control hospital spending.
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Centralized Utilization Management: The Good, the Bad, and the Best Practices
Challenged with employing enough staff in case management departments, the need for expertise in every role, and the increased requirements from payers, case management leaders are evaluating centralizing utilization review. This centralization carries both benefits and challenges, some of which are amplified because of the current healthcare climate.
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Trajectory of Physical Function Recovery May Help Inform Prognosis for Survivors of Acute Respiratory Failure
There are several distinct trajectories of recovery after acute respiratory failure. The group with the highest physical function consisted primarily of younger women who experienced less continuous sedation time and shorter ICU length of stay.
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Lifestyle Approaches to Prevent and Manage Cognitive Impairment
Despite billions of dollars in research and nearly 200 medications tested for dementia, pharmacologic treatment for Alzheimer’s disease is severely limited in effectiveness and safety. With the disappointing benefits of drug treatment, the promise of lifestyle changes to prevent and delay cognitive decline appears hopeful.
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Exercise After Stroke Improves Cognitive Function
Physical activity important for improving quality of life in stroke rehabilitation.
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Fitness and Cognition in the Elderly
ABSTRACT & COMMENTARY: Peak levels of cardiorespiratory fitness are positively correlated with enhanced cognitive function among older adults.