American Occupational Therapy Association’s Web Site

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Find specialized physicians in physical medicine and rehabilitation, such as physiatrists, neurologists, and neurosurgeons. Additionally, find experts in spinal cord injury across various fields, including family medicine, sports medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, recreation therapy, psychology, social work, and vocational rehabilitation.

Access best-practice patient treatment and family education resources through various medical and professional associations. Stay updated with fact sheets from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center for Spinal Cord Injury, which are regularly updated with advancements in medical care.

Stay informed about advancements in research, treatment, education, and medical care by connecting with research registries. Receive alerts about opportunities to participate in clinical trials and learn about recent discoveries.

Access information sources for durable medical equipment and personal care supplies such as manual and electric wheelchairs, hospital beds, Hoyer lifts, crutches, bath benches, commodes, pressure mattresses, grab bars, trapeze bars, urinary supplies, and catheters. Stay informed about new product designs through nationwide Ability Expos, which showcase consumer products supporting health and wellness.

American Occupational Therapy Association’s Web Site The American Occupational Therapy Association advances the quality, availability, use, and support of occupational therapy through standard-setting, advocacy, education, and research on behalf of its members and the public. AOTA’s major programs and activities are directed toward assuring the quality of occupational therapy services; improving consumer access to health care services, and promoting the professional development of members. The Association’s website section for Disability and Rehabilitation provides a variety of resource tips to better understand the role OT’s play in Spinal Cord Injury rehabilitation.