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Automated vehicle technology may help keep people with Parkinson’s disease safe while driving
A new study finds technologies, such as lane departure warnings and adaptive cruise control, may help people with Parkinson’s improve their on-road driving performance.
Occupational therapy students, faculty offer CarFit to community
This free program teaches participants how to make their vehicle “fit” them to increase safety and mobility when driving.
Meet the students of PHHP: Gianna Martello
Meet students from the College of Public Health and Health Professions, a diverse group dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world. These students come from various backgrounds, united by their passion for health and their commitment to making a positive impact.
Summer 2024 Issue
Welcome to the Fall Semester to all of our colleagues, faculty, staff, students and friends! The UF OT Department has had an active 2023-2024 academic year - as you will read from the content in this newsletter. We wish everyone a successful, happy, and healthy 2024-2025 school year!
On the road: Jessica Kramer presents at World Congress of the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Dr. Jessica Kramer and colleagues were invited to present a pre-conference workshop on the Person Experiences Interview Survey.
In memoriam: Kay Walker, Ph.D., OTR/L
Dr. Kay Walker spent more than 40 years with the department of occupational therapy as a student, faculty member and department chair.
Congratulations Isabelle Wandenkolk on a successful dissertation defense
Dr. Classen shares a word of congratulations to her 10th PhD student on a spectacular dissertation defense.
ROTAG: PHHP’s unofficial robot mascot
Dr. Hongwu Wang shares three things to know about ROTAG, a robot that could make tasks of daily living a lot easier for older adults and people with disabilities.
Designing and Implementing a Soft Tissue Mobilization Module for Occupational Therapy Education
This entry-level course provides a comprehensive introduction to soft tissue mobilization and trigger point therapy, specifically designed for occupational therapy practitioners. Participants will gain foundational knowledge essential for addressing musculoskeletal issues commonly encountered in clinical practice.