Dr Aplin’s research focuses on the home environment in a range of health and social service contexts. This includes home modifications, occupational therapy community practice, home care and housing. Within these practice contexts her research fits within three themes, understanding, application and evaluation. 1) Understanding the experience of home or life at home and how it is impacted by services and social structures. 2) Applying findings to develop practice including assessment, interventions, practice models and training and 3) Evaluating current and developed practices within services.
A key area of research for Dr Aplin is home modification practice. Her PhD sought to understand the experience of home and how this influenced and is impacted by home modifications. Applying these findings, she developed two measurement instruments to inform decision making, and evaluate home modification practice. She has continued research into home modification practice along with other projects exploring the relationships between home and health and evaluating and developing services provided in the home including community OT practice and home care. Additionally, Tammy has research interests in assistive technology, including best practice in their provision.
Journal Article: Exploring the perspectives of key stakeholders in returning to work after minor to serious road traffic injuries: a qualitative study
Abedi, Masoumeh, Aplin, Tammy, Gane, Elise and Johnston, Venerina (2022). Exploring the perspectives of key stakeholders in returning to work after minor to serious road traffic injuries: a qualitative study. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation. doi: 10.1007/s10926-022-10051-w
Journal Article: The impact of musculoskeletal injuries sustained in road traffic crashes on work-related outcomes: a systematic review
Gane, Elise M., Plinsinga, Melanie L., Brakenridge, Charlotte L., Smits, Esther J., Aplin, Tammy and Johnston, Venerina (2021). The impact of musculoskeletal injuries sustained in road traffic crashes on work-related outcomes: a systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18 (21) 11504. doi: 10.3390/ijerph182111504
Journal Article: Exploring older tenants’ healthy ageing in privately rented homes
Petersen, Maree and Aplin, Tammy (2021). Exploring older tenants’ healthy ageing in privately rented homes. Australian Social Work. doi: 10.1080/0312407x.2021.1970783
Joint Research Fellowship in Occupational Therapy - Dr Tammy Aplin
(2020–2023) Metro North Hospital and Health Service
Rehabilitation groups: participation, satisfaction and the client experience
(2020) Occupational Therapy Australia
Further Development of the Dimensions of Home Measure (DOHM)
(2017–2018) Occupational Therapy Australia
Supporting people with a spinal cord injury and their sexuality
Doctor Philosophy
How do smart phones promote participation and change in the lives of people with low vision
Doctor Philosophy
Capturing the true value of assistive technology to consumers in outcome measurement
Doctor Philosophy
Aplin, Tammy and Tanner, Bronwyn (2019). The home environment. An occupational therapists guide to home modification practice. (pp. 1-16) edited by Elizabeth Ainsworth and Desleigh De Jonge. Thorofare, NJ, United States: SLACK Incorporated.
Literature Review: Home modification outcomes for older adults and adults with disabilities
Ainsworth, Elizabeth, Aplin, Tammy, Gustafsson, Louise and de Jonge, Desleigh (2018). Literature Review: Home modification outcomes for older adults and adults with disabilities. An occupational therapist's guide to home modification practice. (pp. 313-335) edited by Ainsworth, Elizabeth and de Jonge, Desleigh. Thorofare: SLACK Incorporated.
Meanings of home for older people
Tanner, Bronwyn, de Jonge, Desleigh and Aplin, Tammy (2012). Meanings of home for older people. The international encyclopaedia of housing and home. (pp. 246-250) edited by Susan J. Smith, Lorna Fox O'Mahony, Suzanne Fitzpatrick and Robyn Dowling. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-08-047163-1.00368-4
Abedi, Masoumeh, Aplin, Tammy, Gane, Elise and Johnston, Venerina (2022). Exploring the perspectives of key stakeholders in returning to work after minor to serious road traffic injuries: a qualitative study. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation. doi: 10.1007/s10926-022-10051-w
Gane, Elise M., Plinsinga, Melanie L., Brakenridge, Charlotte L., Smits, Esther J., Aplin, Tammy and Johnston, Venerina (2021). The impact of musculoskeletal injuries sustained in road traffic crashes on work-related outcomes: a systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18 (21) 11504. doi: 10.3390/ijerph182111504
Exploring older tenants’ healthy ageing in privately rented homes
Petersen, Maree and Aplin, Tammy (2021). Exploring older tenants’ healthy ageing in privately rented homes. Australian Social Work. doi: 10.1080/0312407x.2021.1970783
Supporting sexuality after spinal cord injury: a scoping review of non-medical approaches
Bryant, Chloe, Gustafsson, Louise, Aplin, Tammy and Setchell, Jenny (2021). Supporting sexuality after spinal cord injury: a scoping review of non-medical approaches. Disability and Rehabilitation, 1-14. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1937339
Abedi, Masoumeh, Gane, Elise, Aplin, Tammy, Zerguine, Haroun and Johnston, Venerina (2021). Barriers and facilitators associated with return to work following minor to serious road traffic musculoskeletal injuries: a systematic review. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation, 32 (1), 13-26. doi: 10.1007/s10926-021-09994-3
Home Modification Service Delivery in Australia
Aplin, Tammy, Hoyle, Melanie, Fiechtner, Emma, Bailey, Adelle and Ainsworth, Elizabeth (2020). Home Modification Service Delivery in Australia. Journal of Aging and Environment, 34 (2), 1-20. doi: 10.1080/26892618.2020.1743512
Aplin, Tammy, Canagasuriam, Shari, Petersen, Maree and Gustafsson, Louise (2020). The experience of home for social housing tenants with a disability: security and connection but limited control. Housing and Society, 47 (63), 79-79. doi: 10.1080/08882746.2019.1697606
The experience of wearing compression garments after burn injury: “On the inside it is still me”
Coghlan, Nicole, Copley, Jodie, Aplin, Tammy and Strong, Jenny (2019). The experience of wearing compression garments after burn injury: “On the inside it is still me”. Burns, 45 (6), 1438-1446. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2018.08.014
How to improve compression garment wear after burns: patient and therapist perspectives
Coghlan, Nicole, Copley, Jodie, Aplin, Tammy and Strong, Jenny (2019). How to improve compression garment wear after burns: patient and therapist perspectives. Burns, 45 (6), 1447-1455. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2019.04.018
Connectedness and ICT: opening the door to possibilities for people with intellectual disabilities
Barlott, T., Aplin, Tammy, Catchpole, Emma, Kranz, Rebecca, Le Goullon, Damien, Toivanen, Amanda and Hutchens, Sarah (2019). Connectedness and ICT: opening the door to possibilities for people with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 24 (4), 174462951983156-521. doi: 10.1177/1744629519831566
Aplin, Tammy and Ainsworth, Elizabeth (2018). Clinical utility of the In-Home Occupational Performance Evaluation (I-HOPE) for major home modification practice in Australia. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 65 (5), 431-438. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12510
Patient experience of wearing compression garments post burn injury: a review of the literature
Coghlan, Nicole, Copley, Jodie, Aplin, Tammy and Strong, Jenny (2017). Patient experience of wearing compression garments post burn injury: a review of the literature. Journal of Burn Care and Research, 38 (4), 260-268. doi: 10.1097/BCR.0000000000000506
The unique experience of home for parents and carers of children with disabilities
Aplin, Tammy, Thornton, Heloise and Gustafsson, Louise (2017). The unique experience of home for parents and carers of children with disabilities. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 25 (4), 1-10. doi: 10.1080/11038128.2017.1280079
Williamson, Britany, Aplin, Tammy, de Jonge, Desleigh and Goyne, Matthew (2017). Tracking down a solution: exploring the acceptability and value of wearable GPS devices for older persons, individuals with a disability and their support persons. Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, 12 (8), 1-13. doi: 10.1080/17483107.2016.1272140
de Jonge, Desleigh, Aplin, Tammy, Larkin, Stephen and Ainsworth, Elizabeth (2016). The aesthetic appeal of assistive technology and the economic value baby boomers place on it: a pilot study. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 63 (6), 415-423. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12286
Crawford, Emma, Aplin, Tammy and Rodger, Sylvia (2016). Human rights in occupational therapy education: a step towards a more occupationally just global society. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 64 (2), 129-136. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12321
Initial validation of the dimensions of home measure
Aplin, Tammy, Chien, Chi-Wen and Gustafsson, Louise (2016). Initial validation of the dimensions of home measure. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 63 (1), 47-56. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12270
Understanding the dimensions of home for people returning home post stroke rehabilitation
Hodson, Tenelle, Aplin, Tammy and Gustafsson, Louise (2016). Understanding the dimensions of home for people returning home post stroke rehabilitation. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 79 (7), 427-433. doi: 10.1177/0308022615619420
The experiences of peer leaders in a driving cessation programme
Liddle, Jacki, Liu, Xinyu, Aplin, Tammy and Gustafsson, Louise (2015). The experiences of peer leaders in a driving cessation programme. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78 (6), 383-390. doi: 10.1177/0308022614562403
Aplin, Tammy, de Jonge, Desleigh and Gustafsson, Louise (2014). Understanding home modifications impact on clients and their family's experience of home: a qualitative study. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 62 (2), 123-131. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12156
Understanding the dimensions of home that impact on home modification decision making
Aplin, Tammy, de Jonge, Desleigh and Gustafsson, Louise (2013). Understanding the dimensions of home that impact on home modification decision making. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 60 (2), 101-109. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12022
What education do stroke patients receive in Australian hospitals?
Hoffmann, Tammy and Cochrane, Tammy (2009). What education do stroke patients receive in Australian hospitals?. Patient Education and Counselling, 77 (2), 187-191. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2009.03.009
Beyond independence and falls: Home modification outcomes: A pilot study
Aplin, T. (2017). Beyond independence and falls: Home modification outcomes: A pilot study. Home Modifications Australia National Conference, Sydney Olympic Park, 14-15th August.
Gullo, Hannah, Aplin, Tammy, Lim, Jessica and Bara, Javier (2017). Factors influencing the use of smartwatch technology for symptom self-management in people with multiple sclerosis. Progress in MS Research Conference, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 11 - 13 October 2017. London, United Kingdom: Sage Publications.
Evaluating home modifications: developing an outcome measure focused on the experience of home
Aplin, T. (2016). Evaluating home modifications: developing an outcome measure focused on the experience of home. ARATA and Occupational Therapy Australia, Assistive Technology Conference, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 27-29 July 2016.
Perspectives in home modifications: service delivery panel
Aplin, T. (2016). Perspectives in home modifications: service delivery panel. NT/QLD Division Occupational Therapy Conference: Practitioners for the Future, Brisbane, Australia, 28-29 October 2016.
Aspects of home modification service delivery impacting consumer satisfaction
Aplin, T. and Gustafsson, L. (2015). Aspects of home modification service delivery impacting consumer satisfaction. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.
Aplin, T. and Ainsworth, E. (2015). Clinical utility of the in home occupational performance evaluation tool for use with people requiring environmental modifications. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.
Campbell, Emma, Aplin, Tammy and Rodger, Sylvia (2015). Effectiveness of a final year occupational therapy course at fostering global citizenship through human rights education. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Richmond, VIC, Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12212_2
Adam, K. and Aplin, T. (2015). Enhancing contemporary curriculum content for work-related practice through educator and practitioner dialogue. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.
How do people with stroke experience the dimensions of home after inpatient rehabilitation?
Hodson, T., Gustafsson, L. and Aplin, T. (2015). How do people with stroke experience the dimensions of home after inpatient rehabilitation?. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.
The experience of home for adults with a disability and their families living in social housing
Canagasuriam, S., Aplin, T. and Gustafsson, L. (2015). The experience of home for adults with a disability and their families living in social housing. Occupational Therapy Australia 26th National Conference and Exhibition, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 1-3 July 2015. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.
What makes a place home - Exploring the dimensions of home and ageing
Aplin, T. (2015). What makes a place home - Exploring the dimensions of home and ageing. Occupational Therapy Australia, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists Symposium: Latest Practice in Supporting Older Australians, Brisbane, Queensland, 31st July 2015.
Drawing on their wisdom: the experiences of peer leaders in a driving cessation program
Liu, Xinyu, Gustafsson, Louise, Aplin, Tammy and Liddle, Jacki (2014). Drawing on their wisdom: the experiences of peer leaders in a driving cessation program. WFOT 2014: 16th International Congress of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, Yokohama, Japan, 18-21 June, 2014. Yokohama, Japan: World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
The experience of the dimensions of home after discharge from hospital rehabilitation
Hodson, T., Aplin, T. and Gustafsson, L. (2014). The experience of the dimensions of home after discharge from hospital rehabilitation. SMART STROKES 2014 Conference, Sydney, NSW Australia, 28-29 August 2014. Richmond, VIC Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/ijs.12334
Gustafsson, Louise, Liddle, Jacki, Liang, Phyllis, Hoyle, Melanie and Aplin, Tammy (2014). The impact of UQDRIVE groups for older people on personal transport and lifestyle issues after driving cessation. WFOT 2014: 16th International Congress of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, Yokohama, Japan, 18-21 June, 2014. Yokohama, Japan: World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
Aplin, Tammy, Gustafsson, Louise, Chien, Chi-Wen and de Jonge, Desleigh (2014). Understanding and measuring the home environment for home modification practice: developing the Dimensions of Home Measure (DOHM). WFOT 2014: 16th International Congress of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 18-21 June, 2014. Yokohama, Japan: World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
Development and construct validity of the Dimensions of Home Measure
Aplin, Tammy, Gustafsson, Louise, Jonge, Desleighde and Chien, Chi-Wen (2013). Development and construct validity of the Dimensions of Home Measure. Occupational Therapy Australia 25th National Conference and Exhibition, Adelaide, SA, Australia, 24-26 July, 2013. Richmond, VIC, Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.12061
Construct validity of the Dimensions of Home Measure
Aplin, Tammy, Gustafsson, Louise, Chien, Chi-Wen and de Jonge, Desleigh (2012). Construct validity of the Dimensions of Home Measure. Occupational Therapy Australia Queensland 2012 9th State Conference, Cairns, QLD, Australia, 13-15 September, 2012.
Aplin, Tammy Leigh (2013). Development and psychometric analysis of the Dimensions of Home Measure (DOHM): a measure of the home environment for home modification practice. PhD Thesis, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland.
Joint Research Fellowship in Occupational Therapy - Dr Tammy Aplin
(2020–2023) Metro North Hospital and Health Service
Rehabilitation groups: participation, satisfaction and the client experience
(2020) Occupational Therapy Australia
Further Development of the Dimensions of Home Measure (DOHM)
(2017–2018) Occupational Therapy Australia
Supporting people with a spinal cord injury and their sexuality
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
How do smart phones promote participation and change in the lives of people with low vision
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Capturing the true value of assistive technology to consumers in outcome measurement
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Dementia Education for Occupational Therapy Students
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Occupational Therapy in the Residential Aged Care Setting: The Occupational Therapists Role and Service Delivery in Australia
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Home modifications and assistive technologies: Are our mobs getting what they need?
Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Crossing thresholds: occupational therapy students experience of assessments as a stimulus for negotiating liminal space
Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
Identifying barriers for return to work after a road traffic crash
Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
Development and validation of a simple screening tool to be used by case managers to identify those at risk of non-recovery after a road traffic crash
Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
(2021) Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
(2020) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
(2019) Master Philosophy — Associate Advisor
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