Target Audience:
OTPs interested in new tools to make everyday practice easier
When:
Live Webinar Occurred
Wednesday, July 30th 7-8 PM CST
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify at least two ways LudoFit and DME Connected can be used to support client engagement and follow-through in OT practice.
- Describe how to implement one or more of these tools into their own treatment plans or home programming to improve functional outcomes.
1 contact hour available for OTPs. Must be present for the entire webinar to receive CEU credit or watch the replay and pass the test with 80% accuracy.
Speakers:
Dr. Brandy Archie, OTD, OTR/L, CLIPP- is the founder of AskSAMIE and OT Connected, platforms designed to make getting to the right adaptive equipment and resources easier for caregivers and occupational therapists alike. With a deep belief in tech-powered care and community-driven practice, she’s helping OTPs across the country grow their impact—and their income—without doing it all alone.
Courtney Richards is the Founder and CEO of DMEconnected, a cutting-edge B2B digital healthcare platform. With over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Courtney has led the development of a HIPAA-compliant solution that simplifies the coordination between medical teams and post-acute service providers. DMEconnected streamlines the process of ordering medical equipment and services for patients at home —ultimately enhancing patient outcomes, reducing costs, and increasing operational efficiency for medical practices.
Mark Evin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ludica Health, where he led the product design and research strategy behind the development of LudoFit and Jintronix, innovative digital therapeutic technologies for physical and cognitive health. With a background at the intersection of healthcare, behavioral science, and interactive technology, Mark brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on leadership to the development of evidence-based digital interventions for aging and rehabilitation.
Educational Level:
Introductory
Evidence Based Rationale
This professional development activity is grounded in evidence demonstrating that timely care coordination, technology-enabled rehabilitation, and engaging digital tools are critical to improving functional outcomes and adherence in occupational therapy practice. A recent scoping review examining delayed hospital discharge identifies delays in securing durable medical equipment and post-discharge supports as persistent system level barriers to safe and timely transitions of care. The review highlights that inadequate coordination of equipment and services contributes to extended length of stay, increased caregiver burden, and elevated risk during the immediate post-discharge period. These findings directly support the course’s focus on tools that streamline access to DME and improve continuity between clinical and home-based care.
In parallel, strong evidence supports the use of digital and interactive rehabilitation tools to improve client engagement and follow-through. Zhang et al. (2022) found that digital rehabilitation programs significantly improve therapeutic exercise adherence compared to usual care, reinforcing the value of technology-supported home programs in promoting sustained participation. Similarly, Stojan et al. (2020) demonstrated that exergame-based interventions positively impact physical and cognitive outcomes in older adults, supporting the role of gamified, interactive movement tools in increasing motivation and functional performance. Together, these studies provide a robust evidence base for integrating platforms such as LudoFit and DME Connected into occupational therapy practice to enhance engagement, support adherence, and improve real-world functional outcomes across settings.
Reference Citations
with hierarchy level of evidence
Reference 1
Rojas-García, A., Turner, S., Pizzo, E., Hudson, E., Thomas, J., Raine, R., & Smith, J. (2024). Delayed hospital discharge: A scoping review of causes, consequences, and solutions. BMC Health Services Research.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11021918/
Level of Evidence: Level III (systematic scoping review of observational and health services research)
Reference 2
Zhang, Z.-Y., Tian, L., He, K., Xu, L., Wang, X.-Q., Huang, L., Yi, J., & Liu, Z.-L. (2022). Digital rehabilitation programs improve therapeutic exercise adherence for patients with musculoskeletal conditions: A systematic review with meta-analysis. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 52(11), 726–739.
https://doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2022.11384
Level of Evidence: Level I (systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials)
Reference 3
Stojan, R., Voelcker-Rehage, C., & Gertz, H.-J. (2020). A systematic review and meta-analysis of exergames for healthy older adults: Effects on physical and cognitive functions. Systematic Reviews, 9, 117.
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-020-01421-7
Level of Evidence: Level I (systematic review and meta-analysis)
Disclosures:
Dr. Brandy Archie is the founder of OT Connected by AskSAMIE, which develops educational content and professional resources for occupational therapy practitioners. She may participate in this activity as a presenter, moderator, or interviewer. Guest experts may also have professional, financial, or business interests related to their area of expertise; however, no purchase of any product or service, besides the purchase of this course, is required to participate in this educational activity, besides a subscription to OT Connected.
