We have ensemble averaged multiple exercise trials for each subject and are presently optimizing the mathematical model used to describe the data. The results of this study are expected to improve our understanding of the effect of exercise intensity on dynamic changes in oxygen uptake during exercise recovery. NIMH National Rehabilitation Hosp. The Occupational Therapy Section has completed a study of occupational therapy process in routine treatment sessions. The purpose of the study was to devise a way to examine process and outcome links in a treatment session.
Future plans are to link session outcomes to the overall effect of a treatment program.
Further, Spearman Correlation Coefficients found a significant negative correlation between patient performance and reflection for both patient and therapist in all three sessions. Description and analysis are related but separate process variables. A followup study to compare two interview formats to assess the nature and proportion of reflection in post-session interviews continues. The major goal of the department is to help patients achieve maximal function so that they may resume optimal performance in their daily living activities. The screening protocol provides clinicians in the RMD a vehicle for developing and piloting new tests, techniques, technology, or equipment for evaluation and treatment of patients and or subjects.