Mod 1 Flashcards
what is Outcome-Based Massage (OBM)
is a systematic treatment approach in which therapists provide massage interventions with the goal of achieving specified outcomes that are tailored to address each client’s unique needs, presenting issues and preferences
Systemic
Condition that effects the overall body system and not just a general region. Ie Fibro
Wellness interventions
not concerned with addressing the client’s impairments. Clients usually don’t present with direct impairments.
The treatment of impairments
aim is to reduce the impairments associated with medical conditions and transition the client into a wellness protocol.
What is the Acronym for SMART
Specific, Measurable, action oriented, realistic and time bound
Specific
- Geared for the condition we are treating
- Blend with the overall goals of the client and or care team working on client
- Must provide a clear path to get client back to where they were before condition presented
- Must be relevant to the client
Measureable
- Objectively
- Must be actually physically measurable.. Tape, posture, balance, timed events etc
- Goals and benchmarks… sleep, driving, sitting, walking
- VAS pain scales
- Subjectively…. How pt feels
Action oriented
Provide physical evidence of improvement
• Goals must be stable but plan must be changeable and dynamic • Patient must be involved with Treatment
Realistic
- Patient must be able to achieve
- Have benchmarks and deadlines
- Must be applicable to patients condition and lifestyle • Must be fitting with the pts condition (hip surgery)
Time Bound
Must have a starting, and end time • Must have re examinations • Must have benchmarks • Must show decrease in visit frequency along with progression • Must include follow up with maintenance Client Goals
Skills Required for EBP
- Clearly identify practice problem or new knowledge ( innovation)
- Find research literature
- Critically evaluate research findings
- Apply to practice through change process
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