While in Armenia in March, TFA executive director Armineh Babikian, was invited to the Armenian State Institute of Physical Culture…
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We had a smooth start to our fellowship week! IRF fellows are now in month 6 of the fellowship, with…
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IRF fellow & physiotherapist Asbed Kelkhacherian tells about the most valuable aspects of the fellowship, his job and what he…
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In February TFA proudly hosted a webinar for Equal Rights, Equal Opportunity (EREO) NGO based in Vanadzor, Armenia. The webinar…
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Anoush Arakelyan, Anoush Aslanyan and Ani Alexandrian from “Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities” (EREO) NGO based in Vanadzor discuss their lived…
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Our Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Fellowship (IRF) is a 10 month post-professional program for rehabilitation clinicians in Armenia and Artsakh. This month…
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YEREVAN — The need of strengthening rehab workforce capacities resulted in the launch of Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Fellowship Program end of…
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YEREVAN — Armenians in the diaspora often come to Armenia and bring an international mindset and experience to the country….
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IRF is the first Armenian post-graduate education program targeting post-conflict and adult rehabilitation services. The goal of the program is…
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Mental Health
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On October 10, 2022, Therapists for Armenia welcomed the first cohort of the IRF Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Fellowship for Armenia &…
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On October 10, the program “Interdisciplinary training in rehabilitation medicine” (IBMV) was launched. The latter is carried out by RA…
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YEREVAN, October 11, 2022 – On October 10, the program “Interprofessional training of rehabilitation medicine” (VBMV) was launched. The latter…
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On Tuesday, August 30th, TFA founder and executive director, Armineh Babikian, and TFA Advocacy and Marketing Coordinator, Jennifer Thompson, presented at the World…
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Authored by our founder, V. Armineh Babikian, MS, OTR/L, an award-winning occupational therapist who has worked with people labeled with…
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By: V. Armineh Babikian, MS, OTR/L An introduction to occupational therapy and holistic approaches to support development of children with…
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For the 2021 holiday season, Therapists for Armenia collaborated with Vardan Harutunyan (Yerevan-based photographer and soldier of 2020 Artsakh War)…
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Therapists for Armenia hosted a virtual Journal Club on Saturday, February 26th. The small-group Journal Club setting is geared towards exercising…
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On July 17th and 18th, 2021 Therapists for Armenia collaborated with the Armenian American Sports Medicine Coalition and the International…
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Devices to Promote Independence in Activities of Daily Living By Jennifer Thompson, MS, OTR/L People like to feel confident that…
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$24.99 This book was created in collaboration with Armenian artists and therapists around the world. Over 30 artists submitted their…
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This book was created in collaboration with Armenian artists and therapists around the world. Over 30 artists submitted their creations…
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2022 Mini Wall Calendar (8.5″ x 13″ when opened) $19.99 Treasures of Armenia: Through the Lens of an Armenian Soldier…
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The Artsakh war of 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, put enormous pressure on the Armenian healthcare system. The rehabilitation sector…
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Yerevan: Mediamax. The first Armenian post-professional educational program aimed at post-conflict and adult rehabilitation services has been launched in Armenia….
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YEREVAN — The 2020 Artsakh War placed an overwhelming strain on Armenia’s health system, presenting the challenge of managing thousands…
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What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is the study of the kind of work you do, the environment you work in, and…
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The public organization “Therapists for Armenia” constantly presents its charitable initiatives. The goal of the structure is to provide Armenian…
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Therapists for Armenia observed World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) and World Autism Awareness Day (April 2) by designing and…
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Proving Saroyan’s famous saying true about the power of Armenians to rebuild, a chance meeting over gumbo between two Armenians…
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What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy is the use of purposeful activity or interventions to promote health and achieve functional…
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What is Speech-Language Pathology? According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), speech-language pathologists facilitate in preventing, assessing, diagnosing, and treating…
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Stroke /Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA): disease of cerebral vasculature resulting in failure to supply oxygen to cells. Arteries of the brain…
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Common Orthopedic Injuries: Evaluation: Treatment: References: 10 most Common Orthopedic Injuries. (2020, June 03). Retrieved April 05, 2021, from https://www.toplinemd.com/worldwide-pediatrics/10-most-common-orthopedic-injuries/
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Why is Documentation in Healthcare Important? Documentation is a critical vehicle for conveying essential clinical information about each patient’s diagnosis,…
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Social stories are often used for children or individuals with disabilities to understand complex topics. They have clear images and…
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Check out our member highlights below. Get to know our members and learn about their unique experiences in different parts…
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Jen Thompson, MS, OTR/L Terminology: Type of Limb Apraxia Error Type How Elicited Functional Example Ideomotor Production Errors Most errors…
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Acquired Apraxia of Speech (AOS) Overview Part I: Background What is Acquired Apraxia of Speech? How does Acquired Apraxia of…
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Jen Thompson, MS, OTR/L and Marissa Rewak, DPT, PT Helpful definitions Levels of Amputation: Things to be aware of before…
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What is TBI? TBI stands from Traumatic Brain Injury and can occur when there is direct trauma to the head…
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By: Marian Ayvazyan, LMHC Understanding Trauma and Its Impact What is trauma and who is affected? Definition of trauma Types…
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What is Developmental Stuttering? Developmental stuttering is disruption to the flow of speech that may include repetition of sounds and…
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What is a Spinal Cord Injury? A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that causes loss of…
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What is Physical Therapy? “Physical therapy is care that aims to ease pain and help you function, move, and live…
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Peripheral nerve – A nerve belonging to the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), a network of 43 pairs of motor and…
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Evaluation
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Physiology of a Wound & Wound Healing Wound Classification: Acute Wound– is any surgical wound that heals by primary intention…
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How to Measure for Wheelchair Seating It is important to have a wheelchair that fits appropriately. If a wheelchair is…
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Part 1: Background What is a Voice Disorder? A voice disorder occurs when voice quality, pitch, and loudness differ or…
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) Symptoms: Feeling that you are spinning or moving Usually takes about 5 seconds for symptoms…
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By: Dr. Angela Garcia Lopez Mindfulness, the art of being present, can be a crucial tool not only for healing…
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By: Merry Simonyan, LCSWGrief is a natural and normal reaction to someone/something passing. Everyone’s journey isdifferent. Please be aware that…
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Hierarchy for Mobilizing Critical Care Patients If the patient is unconscious and sedated but cleared by the doctor to begin…
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Be aware of medical needs: Assess presence of inhalation injury and secure airway. Patients with inhalation injuries often require ventilation…
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An injury to the brain that occurs after a blow or trauma to the head, including: Direct impact to the…
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Impairments and Functional Limitations:Muscle weakness (specifically quadriceps, ankle dorsiflexors, ankle plantarflexors)Limited range of motionCognitive impairment especially attention and executive functionSlowed…
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Early swelling If swelling continues Types of Edema Type Duration Meaning Pitting Acute When the swollen part of the body…
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What is a motor speech disorder (MSD)? “speech disorders resulting from neurologic impairments affecting planning, programming, control and execution of…
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$12.99/pair Therapists for Armenia is celebrating World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) and World Autism Awareness Day (April 2) all…
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Speaker Jennifer Thompson, MS, OTR/L discusses intervention strategies with working with lower body limb loss, wrapping techniques, desensitization strategies, and strengthening for pre-prosthetic limb management.
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Speaker Lusine Karapetyan, MS, MSHA, DPT discusses the importance of early mobilization, stages of pressure ulcers, management of DVTs, and positioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
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Speaker Elizabeth Dovlatyan, DPT discusses physical therapy approaches to assessment and treatment of orthopedic injuries and how to select an appropriate assistive device.
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Speakers Joyce Fereshetian, OTD, OTR/L, Lusine Karapetyan, MS, MSHA, DPT, and Nayiri Adessian, MS, CCC-SLP discuss the role of occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech language pathology with in acute care, and the benefits of rehab.
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Speakers Nairi Krafian and Hrach Asatryan discuss the difference between animal therapy and animal-assisted interventions, the therapeutic benefits, and the efforts of their organization Oknooshoon, which has the first certified animal-assisted therapy dog in Armenia.
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Speaker Amy Ishkhanian, MS, CCC-SLP discusses dysphagia assessments, dietary restrictions, and therapeutic interventions to improve swallowing.
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Speakers Corinne Ozbek, MS, OTR/L, Sarah Stites, and Marine Ataian discuss the importance of teaching vocational skills to individuals with developmental disabilities and approaches that are used in US and Armenia.
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Speakers Nakhchoune Afanessian, MSW and Ruzan Ghazaryan, MSW discuss the similarities and differences between social work in US and Armenia.
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Speakers Armine Hakobyan and Holly Srbuhi Kazaryan discuss their experiences raising a child with Autism in the US and Armenia.
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Speaker Veronica M. Kennedy, MOT, OTR/L discusses spinal cord injury classification, precautions after spinal injury, what to focus on in therapy and treatment, helpful adaptations, and the return to participation
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Speaker Karen Aranha, PhD, OTR/L discusses the mechanisms of neuroplasticity, neuromodulation tools that can influence neuroplasticity, the role of neurotransmitters in enhancing brain function, and ways to apply principles of neuroplasticity to rehabilitation interventions.
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Speaker Lily Wang, PT, DPT reviews the anatomy of the peripheral nervous system, pathology of nerve injury, and sensory assessments.
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