Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps individuals
achieve independence in all facets of their lives. It assists
people in developing the "skills for the job of living"
necessary for independent and satisfying lives. Occupational
therapists ask "Why does this person have difficulties managing
his or her daily activities (or occupations)? What can we adapt
to make it possible for him or her to manage better and how will
this then impact his or her health and well-being?" Services
typically include: - Customized treatment programs to improve
one's ability to perform daily activities - Adaptive equipment
recommendations and usage training - Guidance to family members
and caregivers Some of the health conditions that benefit from
occupational therapy include: - Work-related injuries including
lower back problems or repetitive stress injuries - Limitations
following a stroke or heart attack - Arthritis, multiple
sclerosis, or other serious chronic conditions - Broken bones or
other injuries from fall