New Toys For Rehab Use

admin — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:46:52 +0000

In a recent project has been under development at the Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, RI in which students are creating therapeutic toys specifically for children with Cerebal Palsy. Children with Cerebal Palsy often lack the fine motor skills needed to use controllers – common effects of the disorder include spasticity, involuntary movement and occasionally abnormal muscle tone, all of which make operating a toy that relies on the wrist, forearm and ability to make small quick movements difficult. The most beneficial toys, would not only double as fun and therapeutic, but would also increase the use of the affected limb and help to strengthen the muscles.

Not only are these toys good for physical therapy, but to reshape the brain after injury to improve function.

To learn more click on the following link: http://occupational-therapy.advanceweb.com/Article/Designing-Toys-for-Rehab.aspx

4 New Titles Added to CPT Codes

admin — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:22:40 +0000

To help APTA members with less commonly used CPT codes identified in a survey of the Association’s reimbursement leaders, the Payment Policy and Advocacy Dept has added 4 new titles to lessen the confusion many PTs face. The four new papers include: Biofeedback and Urinary Incontinence, Patient Education, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Active Wound Care Management

Each paper discusses the services and CPT codes as well as references, and appealing process.

You can contact the Payment Policy and Advocacy Department via email advocacy@apta.org to obtain a copy.

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New Toys For Rehab Use

4 New Titles Added to CPT Codes