In this episode, we explore the power of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in occupational therapy. If youve ever felt uncertain about your treatment decisions, EBP is here to guide you.
We cover the three core components of EBPresearch evidence, clinical expertise, and client valuesand offer practical tips for integrating EBP into your practice without feeling overwhelmed.
Key Takeaways
- What EBP is and why its essential for confident decision-making.
- How to balance research, experience, and client values in treatment.
- Strategies to make EBP easier to implement in your daily routine.
Resources
- OT Accelerator membership
- PubMed OTseeker, and evidence-based research tools
- Evidence Based Practice in Occupational Therapy Embracing Excellence blog post
Take action today by researching an intervention for a client or sharing EBP strategies with a colleague. If youre an OT Accelerator member, dont forget to log in and complete the post-course quiz for a CEU.
Also, be sure to check out the free resources available at OTflourish.com, including quick references, documentation and goal writing guides, treatment ideas, and helpful tools to support you in your OT practice working with older adults.
And if youre ready to take your practice to the next level, the OT Accelerator is here for you! Its the #1 resource and OT mentorship community for OT practitioners and students working in geriatric settings. Inside, youll get access to evidence-based resources, treatment ideas, and a supportive community to help you feel confident and capable in your practice.
Learn more and join today at OTflourish.com/membership.
Lets navigate, innovate and flourish together!
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