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The Culturally Responsible Hair Care in OT: A Guide for BIPOC Communities learning module does not provide medical or legal advice or services. Instead, it offers general information about occupational therapy, activities of daily living (ADLs), hair grooming, the history and significance of BIPOC hair, appropriate hair styling products and tools, hair washing sequences, and additional resources to increase participation in hair grooming for patients with textured hair. The information provided in this learning module is not a recommendation, referral, or endorsement of any specific information, therapeutic method, or service provider, and it does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals.

MODULE 4

Module Four will offer a downloadable tip sheet addressing various client factors that Occupational Therapy Practitioners should consider when assisting with hair-grooming activities.

The Resources in this module provides practitioners and caregivers with information on existing resources related to ADL (Activities of Daily Living) interventions, strategies, and preference tools that support hair-grooming for BIPOC patients across the lifespan.

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Resource- Sensory Processing Disorder

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Wounds .pdf

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Disclaimer: The information in this learning module is provided for general educational purposes only. Education regarding hair care for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) is supported by various research articles. The content related to hair washing and styling has been reviewed and approved by a licensed hairstylist. This education is not intended to replace professional guidance, particularly when working with individuals who have pressure wounds or sensory processing disorders. For specific cases, please seek advice from healthcare professionals specializing in wound care and sensory interventions. The information provided on this website is presented 'as is,' and neither the website nor its creator makes any representations or warranties, express or implied. The Culturally Responsible Hair Care in OT: A Guide for BIPOC Communities learning module and the creator of this website assume no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in the learning module. All resources are used at the user's discretion.

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