Thomas Jefferson University - Arlene Lorch, MS. OTR/L, CHES
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Arlene Lorch, MS. OTR/L, CHES
Occupational Therapy
Thomas Jefferson University
College of Health Professions
Occupational Therapy
Instructor
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Mailing Address
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Suite 823 Edison Building
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
United States
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Expertise and Research Interests
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Providing diverse neurological intervention programs (modified constraint-induced movement, task specific training, etc.) in non-traditional settings with underserved populations.
Low vision assessment and intervention for adults and children.
Cognitive/social intervention approaches with older adult population.
Occupational therapy services to facilitate transition of older adults to new living environments.
Current Research Projects
Balance dynamics within daily activities and development of an occupation-based assessment to identify balance status and fall risk.
Related Student Opportunities
Clinical supervisor, Riverview Home Occupational Therapy Department, (City of Philadelphia assisted living facility).
Relationship of social interaction and social support with cognitive performance in older adults in occupational therapy groups.
Development of assessment protocols to identify transitional needs of older adults.
Development of occupation-based balance assessment.
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Keywords
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Neurological rehabilitation, low vision, balance assessment, cognitive rehabilitation.
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Publications
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- Publication. Lorch, A, Herge, EA, Using standardized assessments in practice. OT Practice. 12 (9) May 28, 2007
- Publication. Johnson, C, Lorch, A ,and DeAngelis, T: Occupational Therapy Examination Review Guide (3nd Edition), FA Davis, Philadelphia, 2006.
- Publication. Johnson, C, DeAngelis, T and Lorch, A: The COTA Examination Review Guide (2nd Edition), FA Davis, Philadelphia, 2002
- Presentation. Tupe, D, Lorch, A. "Building Partners in Occupational Therapy Education - Lessons Learned Teaching in Caribbean Communities. NYSOTA Annual Conference, United Nations Headquarters, August 28, 2006.
- Presentation. Herge, A., Lorch, A, "Enhancing Evaluation through use of Standardized Assessments in Everyday Practice. American Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Charlotte, NC, June 3, 2006.
- Presentation. Lorch, A. "Getting Results: Using Modified Constraint Induced Therapy in Assisted Living Settings" American Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Charlotte, NC June 5, 2006.
- Presentation: Lorch, A. "Occupational Therapy Approaches for the Client with Low Literacy Skills", Students Educating & Advocating for Literacy Luncheon, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, March 20, 2006.
- Presentation. "Enhancing Professionalism through the Use of Standardized Assessments", Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association, King of Prussia, PA, October, 2005.
- Presentation. "Occupational Therapy Intervention for Low Vision", Association of Caribbean Occupational Therapists, Barbadoes, July 8, 2005.
- Presentation. "Using Constraint Induced Therapy for Enhancing Voluntary Movement in the Hemiplegic Upper Extremity" Association of Caribbean Occupational Therapists, Barbados, July 8, 2005.
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by Arlene Lorch, MS. OTR/L, CHES : Wednesday, January 9, 2008 5:36:26 PM
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