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Chelsia Bradley, OTR/L, REALTOR
Licensed Occupational Therapist and Realtor
Hello!
My name is Chelsia and I am a licensed occupational therapist and realtor, mama, wife, and lover of all things OT! My special interests include all things home and the built environment, helping occupational therapy students, and pouring back into the community. I look forward to working with you!
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Whether you're a student in search of the "perfect" study guides to help you understand core concepts, a new grad looking for resume or interview help, or an undergraduate student needing help navigating the OT application process, I'm here to help!
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Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking for an agent who's ready to guide you every step of the way, a seasoned homeowner wanting tips and tricks to safely age-in-place, or a person in need of extra hands and pair of creative eyes to create spaces that are as beautiful as they are functional, no matter the budget, let's have a chat.
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Whether you're an OT entrepreneur interested in joining the perfect club to help you start, shape, or scale your business, a local business interested in how accessible and usable your space is for people of all abilities, or a business owner or manager interested in breathing life into your team meetings through dynamic workshops, I can't wait to connect.
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January's Blog Post:
The OT Lens
Did you know? Thousands of slips and falls occur annually in the bathroom. These falls result in
hundreds of hospitalizations and billions of dollars in medical costs. Fall-related injuries range
from minor scrapes and bruises to broken hips and head injuries.
While any room in the home can present fall hazards, the combination of hard floors and water in
the bathroom can create slippery surfaces.
As we step into the New Year and celebrate National Bath Safety Month, let us add keeping
ourselves safe from falls to our New Year's resolution list.
Here are some things you can do to keep everyone in your home safe:
- Install easily reachable grab bars near the toilet, shower, and tub.
- Ensure that the path to and the bathroom itself is well-lit.
- Remove clutter from the bathroom floor.
- Place commonly used items somewhere safe and easy to reach.
In addition to falls, accidental scalding can be a bath time hazard. Prolonged exposure to high
water temperatures can lead to third-degree burns. It is generally agreed upon that keeping your water temperature to 120 degrees or less can prevent accidental scalding (and lower your energy bill!).
Older adults and young children have sensitive skin that puts them at a higher risk for burns.
According to the American Burn Center, most scald injuries occur in children under 5.
Diagnoses and conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, strokes, or spinal cord injuries can also
place people at an increased risk for burns. Sensation loss can be consistent with these types of
diagnoses. When there is a sensation impairment, it impacts how well someone can detect when
things are too hot or too cold. When this skill is compromised, it may take them an extended
period to realize that they are in danger. This delayed response increases their risk for burn
injuries.
There are other ways to alert someone to dangerously hot or cold temperatures. Visual supports,
such as objects that flash red when the water reaches a high temperature, can be another strategy
to help prevent injury.
While the bathroom can have hidden dangers, there are several precautions you can take to
protect yourself and your loved ones.
