New Sexual Wellness App for OTs!!
When I first started addressing sexuality with clients and making recommendations for sex toys I went through the steps of printing out a screen shot of a vibrator on a work computer, folding it in half, and slyly giving it to my client in front of their families.
But now, thanks to the folks at Direct-Rec App, OT clinicians can share sexual wellness products directly and privately with their clients. Dang… where was this 10 years ago!?
Ok, so what is Direct-Rec?
Direct-Rec is a new app that can help clinicians share equipment and product recommendations quickly and securely with patients. The folks at Direct-Rec teamed up with the OT educators at the OT After Dark Podcast to create a category of sexual wellness products with information on how the products can be helpful to specific patients based on their specific challenges, sexual goals, or interests. This might be a vibrator with an extended reach, slings and supports to aid in positioning when limbs cannot support, and the right lubricants to provide comfort.
In addition to the sexual wellness products, Direct-Rec also maintains a large database of health care products that are all vetted by their clinician users. Helpful products and a tool to share them securely with patients is right at your fingertips!
And best part is the app is at no cost to the OT or the client.
Ok, so how does it work?
You can filter Direct-Rec’s products for Sexual Wellness or another ADL or diagnosis
Then you pick the products you want to share and the app shares the links directly to the client’s email without exposing their data. They don’t need to access a portal.
Then the client is directed to products that they might find helpful in their lives
Additionally, the app shows you when your clients click through to the links you send so you can see if they are engaging with your recommendations.
I am thrilled about this new app and know it will make sharing our recommendations with clients both easier and less awkward! If you’re interested in learning more about the Direct-Rec app, you can view orientation videos or contact them directly.