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PAMS Theory
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PAMS Theory
History
- PT
- in 1990, AOTA developed a task force to explore use of PAMS in practice.
- Found that OTs were regularly using PAMS but had inconsistent training
Occupational Impact
- Physical agents are an adjunctive method used in preparation for or in conjunction with patient involvement in purposeful activity or occupation.
- OTs have ethical responsibility to use new technology and interventions with patients
- Evidence based and within scope of practice!!!!
Training
Definition of PAMS
- Interventions used to systematically modify specific client factors when neurological, musculoskeletal, or skin conditions are present that may be limiting occupational performance.
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- PAMS theoretical framework and history in OT
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- Hannah Meador
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