Occupational therapy shown to improve lives of people in chronic pain
New study finds that treatment helps increase everyday function and confidence for patients with lumbar back pain and myalgia.
Surgery and therapy at USC offers hope for patients with lymphedema
Thanks to cutting-edge surgery and the work of USC occupational therapists, patients no longer have to suffer through pain.
Barbie’s house is no dream for dolls in wheelchairs
Play spaces can be better designed to include children (and adults) with disabilities.
No two days are alike for elite occupational therapist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
USC alumna treats an array of teens and newborns — and she even makes hand splints for infants.
USC, Peking University to team on one of China’s first graduate programs in occupational therapy
The partnership has the potential to transform the quality of life for millions of people, USC provost says.
Is there a kinder, gentler way to get chemo?
How changes in the environment might improve experiences during outpatient infusions.
Boston Marathon bombing survivors seek a return to normalcy
Alumna uses the power of occupational therapy to help husband and wife get back to the life they knew.
In the battle of the bulge, researchers discover the benefits of friends and family
How social and family relationships can improve an adolescent’s obesity-related behaviors.
Mother and son: Meet the Drs. Margetis
Physical drawbacks don’t hamper the life of a USC faculty member who was adopted as an infant.
Can virtual reality neurofeedback help stroke survivors recover?
USC researcher Sook-Lei Liew receives American Heart Association Innovative Research Grant to find out.
Can pictures prevent carpal tunnel syndrome?
Using sonographic imaging, a USC professor seeks to detect the earliest signs of the disorder.
Who knew medical records had a ‘social life’?
Two USC researchers show how paper records impact interactions with health care practitioners.
Three occupational therapy students reflect on their paths to the profession
Coming from different backgrounds, the students look forward to their white coat ceremony.
Alum attempts daunting course for a good cause on TV’s American Ninja Warrior
Occupational therapist musters her strength and agility to take on tire swings and a 14-foot wall on NBC series.
A shared story leads to a new outlook on life
Former graphic designer Eun Kyung Bae sets out on a fresh career path to redesign lives for senior and disabled populations as an occupational therapist.
Changing minds about people with disabilities
More than 200 USC occupational therapy students have taken advantage of an ‘amazing journey’ that led to Ghana.
Video game developed at USC lets patients play their way through rehab
Mystic Isle tracks the coordinates of players’ movements, giving therapists valuable data on progress and future sessions.
Chan family gift creates first named, endowed occupational therapy program in nation
The $20 million gift also establishes an occupational therapy initiative in China.
An alumna banks on surfing’s power to heal traumatized veterans
The feat of standing up on a board and riding a wave may empower people struggling to overcome PTSD and other challenges.
Ostrow School’s Research Day unites faculty, students
The participants compete for awards, attend keynote lectures and take part in discussion groups.
Scholars of sensory integration research convene at USC
National experts on the sensory issues tied to autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders exchanged their respective research at the 24th USC Occupational Science Symposium.
HSC students slack off at lunchtime
During the first days of the school year, Michael Sensenbaugh scouted every inch of the Health Sciences Campus to find the perfect pair of trees to hold up his slackline.
Keep your friends close, but …
Counterintuitive findings from a new USC study show that the part of the brain that is associated with empathizing with the pain of others is activated more strongly by watching the suffering of hateful people.
Occupational therapy students help peer ramp up project
Donna Ozawa is pursuing a career that will allow her to combine her experiences and interests to help people lead healthier, happier lives.