This capstone promoted evidence-based practice and occupation-based interventions for adults with hemiplegic upper extremities after a stroke. Many treatment options exist for this population, the busy clinicians may not have time to read all the relevant studies. This project synthesized the results of those studies, provided recommendations on which interventions may be most beneficial for clients, and promoted participation in occupation as both intervention and goal. This capstone project culminated in a four-hour continuing education course delivered to occupational therapists in San Diego. It promoted engagement in scholarship according to Boyer’s definition for both the author and the attendees. This project contributed to the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Vision 2025 by promoting evidence-based practice and participation in occupation.
