Events (1)

Occupational Therapy Conference
Jan 15, 2025

Location MSG36/37, Mary Seacole Building, University of Salford

Description Prof Yeliz Prior delivered a keynote speech at the Occupational Therapy Conference held at the University of Salford, attended by external stakeholders, including NHS occupational therapists, educators, social service professionals, and Salford staff and students. Her keynote, “Bridging Theory and Practice: Advancements in Rheumatology Rehabilitation and Digital Health Integration,” highlighted her current research on innovative digital health solutions. She discussed WORKWELL Digital, a self-management platform for work participation; MSKHUB, a platform supporting rheumatic and musculoskeletal health; and the IDEAL Study, which focuses on improving the diagnosis and early referral of patients with Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Prof Prior emphasised the importance of integrating digital health technologies into clinical practice to enhance rehabilitation outcomes for people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions, whilst encouraging occupational therapists to think about their role in the digital future of healthcare.

People Yeliz Prior

URL https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/empowering-lives-occupational-therapy-conference-salford-15-jan-2025-tickets-1042603193217?aff=oddtdtcreator

Location	MSG36/37, Mary Seacole Building, University of Salford
Description	Prof Yeliz Prior delivered a keynote speech at the Occupational Therapy Conference held at the University of Salford, attended by external stakeholders, including NHS occupational therapists, educators, social service professionals, and Salford staff and students. Her keynote, “Bridging Theory and Practice: Advancements in Rheumatology Rehabilitation and Digital Health Integration,” highlighted her current research on innovative digital health solutions. She discussed WORKWELL Digital, a self-management platform for work participation; MSKHUB, a platform supporting rheumatic and musculoskeletal health; and the IDEAL Study, which focuses on improving the diagnosis and early referral of patients with Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Prof Prior emphasised the importance of integrating digital health technologies into clinical practice to enhance rehabilitation outcomes for people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions, whilst encouraging occupational therapists to think about their role in the digital future of healthcare.
People	Yeliz Prior
URL	https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/empowering-lives-occupational-therapy-conference-salford-15-jan-2025-tickets-1042603193217?aff=oddtdtcreator