What Does ‘Evidence-Based’ Really Mean in O.T. Evaluations?
The phrase “evidence-based practice” gets thrown around a lot—but what does it actually mean in pediatric OT evaluations?
At its core, evidence-based OT means using a combination of:
Current best research
Clinical expertise
Client values and context
In the eval process, this looks like:
Choosing assessments with proven reliability and validity
Using standardized tools to ensure consistency
Backing up your clinical decisions with research and real-world insight
It’s not just about citations—it’s about confidence in what you recommend.
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Sources:
Law, M., & MacDermid, J. (Eds.). (2014). Evidence-based rehabilitation: A guide to practice (3rd ed.). Slack Incorporated.
AOTA. (2017). Guidelines for Documentation of Occupational Therapy. https://www.aota.org/practice/manage/documentation
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