Bianca Westberg, Jessica McCallum, Sara Shaik, Tintswalo Khosa, Thandi Mashimbe
3 episodes
4 days ago
In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, we delve into a systematic review examining the impact of play-based occupational therapy on playfulness and social play in children with autism spectrum disorder. We unpack the key findings from Rautenbach, Conolly, Hoosain, Zunza, and Plastow’s open-access article, highlighting what works and how therapists can apply these strategies in real-world practice. Whether you’re an occupational therapist, educator, or parent, you’ll gain practical insights...
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In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, we delve into a systematic review examining the impact of play-based occupational therapy on playfulness and social play in children with autism spectrum disorder. We unpack the key findings from Rautenbach, Conolly, Hoosain, Zunza, and Plastow’s open-access article, highlighting what works and how therapists can apply these strategies in real-world practice. Whether you’re an occupational therapist, educator, or parent, you’ll gain practical insights...
In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, we delve into a systematic review examining the impact of play-based occupational therapy on playfulness and social play in children with autism spectrum disorder. We unpack the key findings from Rautenbach, Conolly, Hoosain, Zunza, and Plastow’s open-access article, highlighting what works and how therapists can apply these strategies in real-world practice. Whether you’re an occupational therapist, educator, or parent, you’ll gain practical insights...
In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, we dive into one of the most essential (and often overlooked) areas of child development: sleep. Drawing on the latest evidence, we explore what makes a bedtime routine truly effective, from warm baths and storytime to consistent lights-out schedules. We’ll unpack the bigger picture of sleep hygiene, including environmental setup, the influence of family schedules, and practical strategies that OTs can recommend. You’ll also hear about specific interv...
In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, hosts Thandi and Sara explore the concept of social participation in paediatric occupational therapy through the lens of a compelling systematic review by Ana Cristina Cardoso da Silva and Fátima Corrêa Olivera, titled “Social Participation and Occupational Therapy: What Are We Talking About?” This article challenges traditional views of social skills and reframes participation as a deeply contextual, political, and justice-oriented concept in OT. 🔗 R...
In this episode of OT Evidence in Action, we delve into a systematic review examining the impact of play-based occupational therapy on playfulness and social play in children with autism spectrum disorder. We unpack the key findings from Rautenbach, Conolly, Hoosain, Zunza, and Plastow’s open-access article, highlighting what works and how therapists can apply these strategies in real-world practice. Whether you’re an occupational therapist, educator, or parent, you’ll gain practical insights...
