Muhammad Ali was a famous boxer diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) at the age of 41. Up until his diagnosis, not much was known about PD. But thanks to his previous fame and philanthropy involvement in raising awareness and money for PD, this disease has received a lot of attention and research in treatment options. As an OT, the focus should primarily be on promoting occupational performance in areas of interest such as public speaking and traveling. Education on managing a schedule and medication should be taught not only to Ali but also to his caregiver. Big and Loud treatment for Parkinson's Disease is a therapeutic measure that integrates the profession of OT, PT and SLP in an attempt to promote health throughout the body. Thanks to the tireless work of Ali, awareness of PD is growing in the public.
Chucky Mullins was a college football player who suffered a spinal cord injury in the cervical injury resulting in his loss of functioning in all four limbs. Mullins went from a life of complete independence and success as a college athlete to complete dependence and reliance on caregivers. After his injury he struggled with speaking and swallowing due to a medical trachea. He hoped to still be able to attend college and get a degree. Occupational therapy services in this situation should be focused on adaptation in order to facilitate activity in meaningful occupations. While his arms were unable to move, he still had neck and head control that could be used with adaptive equipment in operating a computer. His intervention services should be focused on capitalizing on the movement he does have through the use of creative and innovative strategies. Mullins may not be able to regain the ability to walk, but he definitely can return to the pursuit of a...
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