Knowledge Translation - Highlighted Project

Development and implementation of online knowledge translation to support the application of motor learning principles with virtual reality for neurorehabilitation

This study aims to develop, implement and evaluate a knowledge translation (KT) strategy to promote motor learning-based integration of GestureTek's VR system into clinical practice in two stroke rehabilitation units. The KT initiative includes e-learning modules, experiential workshops, and audit and feedback, as well as evaluation of participant knowledge, skills and feasibility.

Research Team Member Title Affiliations
Stephanie Glegg Occupational therapist SHHCCFRI
Dr. Danielle Levac, Project Lead Postdoctoral fellow, physiotherapist University of OttawaBruyereCentre for Childhood Disability research, McMaster University
Dr. Heidi Sveistrup Professor, School of Rehabilitation Sciences University of Ottawa
Dr. Mindy Levin Professor, School of Physical and Occupational Therapy McGill University
Dr. Diana Velikonja Neuropsychologist
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, DeGroote School of Medicine		 Hamilton Health SciencesMcMaster University
Barb Ansley Manager of Research & Program Evaluation
Clinical Manager of Rehabilitation & Seniors Consult Team		 Hamilton Health Sciences

Funding

Ontario Stroke Network

Ontario Stroke Network

Publications

  • Levac, D., Glegg, S., Sveistrup, H., & Colquhoun, H. (2013). Supporting therapists to integrate virtual reality systems within clinical practice: A knowledge translation study (poster). International Conference on Virtual Rehabilitation (ICVR), 2013: Philadelphia.
  • Levac, D., Glegg, S., Miller, P., DePaul, V., Wishart, L., Harris, J., Colquhoun, H., Brien, M., Letourneau, L., Sveistrup, H.. Supporting therapists to integrate virtual reality systems within clinical practice: A knowledge translation study (poster). Canadian Stroke Congress, Montreal, October 17, 2013.