Session #4:
Concussion Navigator Tool; 6:30 – 7 PM
Pacing and Fatigue Management; 7 – 8 PM
Dec 2nd, 2024
Speakers: Evan Foster, Clinical Research Coordinator, Toronto Rehab
Ayushi Dhingra, Occupational Therapist, Palmer Wellness and Rehab
Part One: Concussion Navigator Tool – Evan Foster
The Toronto Concussion Navigator was developed to help individuals 18 years of age or older find a clinic in Toronto that provides specialized concussion care. It is meant to be used by individuals with concussion, their caregivers, and health practitioners. In this interactive session, one of the creators of the Navigator, Evan Foster, will discuss how the tool was developed and how to use the tool. This interactive session will also highlight the challenges associated with expanding the tool and engage participants in a collaborative discussion to devise innovative solutions and actionable strategies for making this expansion feasible and successful.
Part Two: Pacing and Fatigue Management – Ayushi Dhingra
Fatigue is a common, and delibating, symptom when dealing with persistent concussion symptoms. Learn how techniques such as pacing can help manage your fatigue and energy levels while dealing with concussion.
Ayushi Dhingra
Ayushi is a registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She is also a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists. She obtained her Honours Bachelor of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology at University of Toronto, and later completed her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy at McMaster University.
Ayushi has over eight years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist with a specific focus on working with the paediatric population and clients with acquired brain injury. She has extensive experience in completing assessments and forming unique treatment plans for both children and adults with concussion, developmental delays, mental health disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, fine motor challenges, and sensory processing challenges. She is skilled at completing assessments of attendant care needs, home safety assessments, and functional capacity assessments.
Ayushi has completed various evidence-based programs and courses to provide the best care for her clients including Learning Without Tears, Brain Injury Family Intervention for Adults and Adolescents, and Goal Management Training.
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