Resources analysed in this 2025 review included virtual reality, exergames, exoskeletons and augmented reality. These mainly aimed to promote motor functionality, increase muscle strength and enhance joint ranges. Tech applied to burns rehab represents 'a promising advancement, with potential to transform the paradigm of rehabilitation, making it more interactive.' Upgraded to Membership Plus+? Visit the Acute Care / Rehabilitation theme of the Research Portal to download this research.

'A podcast to talk about all things occupational therapy, connecting to your intuition and leaning into your authentic self and ultimate goal of living intuitively. Intuitive connection: Recognising bodily responses helps guide occupational choices aligned with authentic needs' - OT Jenna Anderson-Frost. Learning from podcasts is a great form of CPD; start listening here today - or on-the-go, via The OT Hub app.

'Occupational Therapist Anna Colebatch joins us to explain what OT really is, how it helps both children and adults - and why it's about more than just rehab. From busting common myths to sharing powerful success stories, this segment shines a light on the everyday impact of occupational therapy and offers simple tips anyone can try at home or work.' This video clip is courtesy of Compass TV. Watch it now within our dedicated online video library, or via The OT Hub app.

'Occupational therapy practitioners are knowledgeable about development, underlying skills and intervention strategies needed for successful participation in nine areas of occupation (i.e. scope of practice)' - Bazyk, (2022). To raise public awareness, check out the Hub's updated questions and answers (FAQs), quotes, videos and graphics about the profession! Explore these right here, or via The OT Hub app.

"An OT colleague and I (both working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) are interested in group facilitation, exploring and learning more about effective evaluation to support and evidence the amazing work OTs do... What are the main focuses of the occupational therapy groups you facilitate?" Why not join the conversation with OT Una and others, on this key theme? Access this great form of continuing professional development (CPD) right here - or via The OT Hub app.

Disruptions consume more than the seconds they steal. Researchers estimate that, post-interruption, it can take 23 minutes and 15 seconds to regain full focus, a toll silent‑phone users are keen to avoid. Physiologically, each ping produces a brief spike in sympathetic nervous activity - a response designed for survival, but unhelpful when the alert is a discount code... Upgraded to Plus+? Get updated on this and other OT news and stories, from around the world.