Use It or Lose It? The Diffusion of Constraint-Induced and Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy Into OT Practice

Abstract

Abstract Date Presented Accepted for AOTA INSPIRE 2021 but unable to be presented due to online event limitations. Roger's Diffusion of Innovation Theory was used to examine the extent to which practitioners have adopted use of constraint-induced or modified constraint-induced movement therapy, both well supported by research, into neurorehabilitation practice. Although perceived effective, few use it even with eligible clients. Findings of this study provide insight into strategies that may increase consumer access to evidence-based practice to improve occupational performance and participation after stroke. Primary Author and Speaker: Shannon L. Scott Contributing Authors: Leah Arpadi, Margaret Crowell, Alexis Levine, Molly Lynch, Ali Muro, and Hannah Shade