Research
As one of the largest pediatric therapy programs in the nation, we have the opportunity to contribute to the body of knowledge for our professions. The Division of Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is committed to providing evidence based care to the children we serve.
Recent publications by OTPT staff members
Mark Paterno, PT, MS, SCS and Paula Melson, PT, MMSc:
Myer GD. Brunner HI. Melson PG. Paterno MV. Ford KR. Hewett TE. Specialized Neuromuscular Training to Improve Neuromuscular Function and Biomechanics in a Patient with Quiescent Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. [Case Reports. Journal Article] Physical Therapy. 85(8):791-802, 2005 Aug.
| "I continue to be impressed each day by the opportunities I have to further my learning as an occupational therapist, by the diverse team of therapists I work with and their wide range of knowledge and experience." - Dana Babani, OTR/L |
Mark Paterno, PT, MS, SCS:
Paterno MV. Archdeacon MT. Ford KR. Galvin D. Hewett TE. Early rehabilitation following surgical fixation of a femoral shaft fracture. [Case Reports. Journal Article] Physical Therapy. 86(4):558-72, 20