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Time Use in Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Comparison Study
Conclusion There was an imbalance over time use between childcare activities and other subtype activities in mothers who have children with CP as compared to mothers with healthy children. Mothers with children who have CP require more attention, support, and special assistance from the government to meet their specific roles as mothers. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The Model of Human Occupation-Based Intervention for Patients with Stroke: A Randomised Trial
Conclusion The MOHO-based intervention was more effective in the improvement of ADL and QOL than non-MOHO-based intervention. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Are Motor-free Visual Perception Skill Constructs Predictive of Visual-motor Integration Skill Constructs?
Conclusion In the four regression analyses, specific types of motor-reduced visual perception constructs were predictive of the four specific types of motor-enhanced VMI constructs. Visual Sequential Memory and Visual Figure–Ground, specific types of motor-reduced visual perceptual constructs, were frequent and significant predictors of VMI skill constructs in children. It would appear that motor-reduced visual perceptual skills and motor-enhanced VMI skills as theoretical constructs are related and dependent on one another. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

2013—A Time for Celebration and Reflection
Publication date: December 2012 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 22, Issue 2 Author(s): Kenneth Fong (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Factors That Influence Functional Mobility Outcomes of Patients After Traumatic Brain Injury
Conclusion Previous studies have identified a multitude of factors and this study has served to confirm factors that have a positive impact on physical function after TBI within this study group. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Occupational Experiences of and Psychological Adjustment by Family Members of Cancer Patients
Conclusion Occupational experiences can play a significant role in the psychological adjustment of families of terminally ill cancer patients. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Examining the Psychometric Properties of the Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool–Japanese Version
Conclusion The J-MOHOST rating scale could discriminate the level of occupational participation in physical disabilities. The results indicate that the J-MOHOST is an effective tool for measurement. Further studies are needed to increase the number of participants with a variety of disabilities and settings. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Reliability of Occupational Therapy Students Using the Figure-of-eight Technique of Measuring Hand Volume
Conclusion This study demonstrated that five occupational therapy students in the 4th year of a 5-year curriculum were reliable raters for hand volume using the figure-of-eight technique, after being trained and tested for competency. The students can use the figure-of-eight technique for systematically assessing hand volume with confidence in their clinical fieldwork. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Investigation of Quality of Life Determinants Among Mothers of Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders in Iran
Conclusion The determinants such as SES, marital satisfaction, and subtypes of PDDs have an important influence on QOL of mothers of children with PDDs. Further investigation in this regard is warranted. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The Relationship Between Homebound Status and Occupational Competence, and Its Effects on Health-related Quality of Life
Conclusion Occupational competence is not dependent on homebound status. Having high occupational competence supports higher HRQOL than not being homebound. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Celebrating the 35th Anniversary: A Brief History of Occupational Therapy in Hong Kong
Publication date: June 2013 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 23, Issue 1 Author(s): Rebecca S.M. Wong , Kenneth Fong (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Social Interaction and Atypical Sensory Processing in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Conclusion It is important that occupational therapists consider SPD symptoms in children with ASD to provide early intervention for social interaction deficits. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Are “Smart Pressure Monitored Suits” “Smarter” than Conventional Garments in Clinical Applications?
Conclusion This standardized system using a SPMS appeared to provide a more accurate and consistent pressure range and long-lasting effect to the patients. It also appeared to be more efficient and effective in terms of production and fabrication. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A Systematic Review on the Effectiveness of Tai Chi Exercise in Individuals with Parkinson's Disease from 2003 to 2013
Conclusion Because of the small sample and inconclusive results, this review cannot provide a firm conclusion to support or refute the effectiveness of Tai Chi in improving motor or nonmotor performance in patients with PD. Further research is required to investigate whether there are specific benefits of Tai Chi for people with PD in these areas and future review should include non-English studies, which examine the use of Tai Chi with this type of population. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A Survey of How Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Influences Future Professional Preference
Conclusion The choice of future area of practice is proved to be influenced by the experience in fieldwork for OT students. The psychometric properties of the questionnaire used in this study are supported, and it is recommended for use in future studies. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - October 12, 2014 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research