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Development of the Occupational Therapy Health Routines Screening Tool: A Participatory Study
Chloe Muntefering1, Madeleine Larsen1, Abby Brinkman2
1University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA.
OTJR : Occupation, Participation and Health
|January 21, 2026
Summary
Occupational therapists can now use a new screening tool to help patients manage excess body weight. This tool addresses challenges in discussing weight and aims to improve referrals for weight management interventions.
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy
- Public health
- Behavioral science
Background:
- Excess body weight is linked to increased disability and limitations in daily activities.
- Occupational therapists play a role in supporting patients with weight management within healthcare systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a clinical tool for healthcare professionals.
- To support referrals to occupational therapists for weight management.
- To assess priorities for weight management interventions.
Main Methods:
- A co-design process was used with six primary care occupational therapists.
- The process focused on designing a screening tool prototype.
Main Results:
- The co-design process identified three key challenges: weight as a "sticky" topic, negative messaging impacting care, and a lack of referrals.
- These challenges informed the design elements of the screening tool.
Conclusions:
- The Occupational Therapy Health Routines Screening Tool prototype was developed.
- The tool aims to facilitate occupational therapy's role in weight management support.
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