Study Recruitment

Developmental Screening: Sickle Cell Disease

We are studying children 0-3 years old to identify the rate of developmental delay among young children with sickle cell disease to increase screening and referral to therapeutic intervention services. Data will be collected throughout three study visits involving play activities to see how the child is moving and learning and some surveys.

Families will be compensated for their time in the form of gift cards for up to $150 (maximum of three visits). To learn more about this study, please contact Catherine Hoyt, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA.

Exploring Cognition

The purpose of this research study is to understand characteristics of self-perceived concerns on thoughts, attention, and memory by using self-report questionnaires. You might qualify if you are 45 or older, speak English and live in the community. Participation will take 30-40 minutes. Participants will answer questions via text, email, or in-person. A $20.00 gift card is provided. Contact [email protected] or 314-286-2096.

MRI Left Hand Study

The purpose of this study is to use MRI to understand how your brain controls your left hand, and how that changes after a nerve injury. Single site visit for half a day (about 5 hours). Participants will receive $110 for completing the study. Participants must be right handed, age 18+, with a nerve injury to their right hand, arm, or shoulder and no other conditions that impair their movement. Participants must not have cardiac pacemakers, aneurysm clips, spinal stimulators, or any other non-removable metal implants. Please contact us at [email protected], 314-747-7724, or register at ot.wustl.edu/MRILeftHandStudy.

OT Survey for Practitioners

Researchers in the Washington University Program of Occupational Therapy are conducting a survey to help with the development of an iPad app to assess children’s handwriting. This survey will help us understand the assessment needs of educators and occupational therapy practitioners. Participants must be a clinician or educator who works with children ages 6-8. The survey will take 5-9 minutes to complete. People who complete the survey will be entered into a pool to win a $50 gift card.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. If you would like to take the survey, click here.

Prospective Memory Training in Parkinson Disease

We are seeking people age 50 and older with Parkinson Disease who have noticed changes in their thinking and memory and might be interested in a memory intervention study. You will be compensated for your time. Contact Tasha at [email protected] for more information.

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Parkinson Disease Research Registry

We are seeking participants with Parkinson's Disease (PD) who want to be contacted about studies that involve daily life function and cognition. Please contact Tasha at 314-362-7160 or [email protected]. Or, scan the QR code on the study flyer to add your contact information to our research registry.

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Wheelchair User Physical Activity Training Intervention to Enhance Cardiometabolic Health (WATCH): A Community-based Randomized Control Trial

The purpose of this study is to test the cardiometabolic effects of a tailored intensity-controlled physical activity training intervention for wheelchair users. We are looking for people who are 18 years of age or older, have a physical disability requiring the use of a wheelchair for mobility, not currently participating in more than 60 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity each week within the past month. The study includes two assessments (pre and post) and a 14-week exercise intervention. You can be compensated up to $225 via gift cards for your participation. Total time within the study is approximately five months. To learn more about this study, please contact Kim Walker, OTD, OTR/L, ATP [email protected] or 314-273-7010.

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LGBTQIA2S+ Occupational Therapy Practitioners Experiences at Work

We are studying the work environment for LGBTQIA2S+ Occupational Therapy Practitioners (OTPs). Demographic information will be collected and data on mental health, microaggressions at work, and job satisfaction will be collected through three surveys. Participants will be entered into a raffle to win one of two $25 gift cards. To learn more about this study, please contact Grayson Owens, [email protected], OTD, OTR/L, (314) 436-6228.

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