This view of my desk and computer was pretty constant over the last year as I worked on the 8^th edition of my book, the Occupational Therapy Toolkit.

So, I am thrilled to announce the new edition was released on April 3, 2025!

The entire Occupational Therapy Toolkit was reviewed, refreshed and re-edited and a total of 82 new pages were added.

Written for OTs and by an OT, the 8^th edition of the Occupational Therapy Toolkit is an 869-page practical resource based on current research and best practices.

Whether you are a student in your first fieldwork or a seasoned OT professional, this is a resource that you will use every day.

110 Treatment Guides for the OT Clinician – new topics include:

• Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
• Lymphedema
• Medically Complex and Critically Ill in the ICU
• Post-Acute Sequela of COVID-19
• Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
• Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Trigger Finger/Thumb
• Wheelchair Seating, Positioning and Mobility
• Work and Industry

382 Patient Education Handouts –written in classic OT Toolkit style, all handouts are reproducible and include easy-to-follow instructions, clear simple illustrations, and a readability grade level of 3.4.  The 8^th edition adds new Exercise, Educational, ADL and Mobility handouts including:

• Body Mechanics (Lifting Objects)
• Computer Workstations
• Contributing Factors for Workplace Injuries
• Core Exercises – Seated
• De Quervain’s Exercises
• Epicondylitis Exercises
• Handwriting – Print Lower Case Letters
• Hip Precautions – Posterior Approach
• Roll onto Your Stomach – Right and Left
• Using A Urinal
• Wheelchair Positioning

The OT Toolkit is the go-to resource for every occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant and occupational therapy student working in physical disabilities, chronic conditions or geriatrics.

To download sample pages from the book and learn more, visit www.ottoolkit.com today.