Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy focuses on physical, cognitive and perceptual disabilities that influence a patient’s ability to perform functional tasks. We provide therapies designed to achieve the maximum level of independence in daily activities. Occupational therapists evaluate a person’s ability to use his arms, hands and fingers (fine motor skills), visual perceptual skills, cognitive functioning, hand coordination and self-care skills. We use work, self-care and recreational activities to increase independent function. 

Occupational Therapist

Occupational therapy is a healthcare profession that helps people with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities lead independent, productive, and satisfying lives. An occupational therapist, or OT, is part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team and often directs the following types of care:

• evaluates children with developmental or neuromuscular problems and helps plan treatments that will help them grow mentally, socially, and physically
• assists adults in learning how to carry out activities of daily living (ADLs) at home, on the job, and in the community
• helps the elderly adjust to the special problems of aging while remaining physically and mentally active
• recommends changes in layout and design of the home, school, or workplace to allow persons with disabilities greater access and mobility
• teaches energy conservation and work simplification methods
• improves communication skills, such as reading, writing, and using the telephone