Our Areas of focus generally include:
Our Areas of focus generally include:
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):
Dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, food preparation, self-feeding, and other tasks related to daily life or working.
What do occupational therapists do?
Occupational therapists create personalized intervention plans to help clients develop the cognitive, motor, or self-care skills needed for increased independence and functionality in daily life.
What do occupational therapists do?
Occupational therapists create personalized intervention plans to help clients develop the cognitive, motor, or self-care skills needed for increased independence and functionality in daily life.
Who benefits?
Occupational Therapy can be appropriate for children, teens, and adults of all ages, as well as people from all walks of life. Whether through regression of skills, injury, trauma, or aging, treatment goals and plans are designed for each individual.
Occupational therapists can teach individuals various pain management techniques, including relaxation exercises, mindfulness, deep breathing, and guided imagery. These techniques can help reduce pain perception and improve overall well-being.
Occupational therapists assess the individual’s daily activities and help modify them to reduce pain and prevent further strain. They guide individuals on how to pace their activities to avoid overexertion and manage pain effectively.
Occupational therapists may use physical modalities like heat or cold therapy to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation in affected areas.
A tailored exercise program focusing on stretching, strengthening, and conditioning can aid in fast healing and recovery. The therapist will gradually progress the exercises as the individual’s condition improves.
Occupational therapists can evaluate the individual’s work environment and suggest ergonomic adjustments to reduce strain on the body and minimize pain during daily tasks.
By engaging in meaningful and enjoyable activities, individuals can experience an increase in self-confidence and a sense of accomplishment. Occupational therapists help individuals find adaptive ways to participate in activities they love despite their medical conditions.
Occupational therapists recommend and teach the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices that make daily tasks easier and less painful, enabling individuals to maintain their independence.
Occupational therapists provide education on energy conservation strategies to manage fatigue and reduce the impact of pain on daily activities.
Detailed explanations about the underlying cause of the pain and the rationale behind specific interventions help individuals understand their condition better. This knowledge empowers them to actively participate in their treatment and recovery process.
Pain can have a significant emotional impact. Occupational therapists can provide psychosocial support, addressing any emotional or psychological challenges that may arise due to pain and the associated medical conditions.
