therapy is a form of rehabilitation that uses daily activities
to help people with illnesses or disabilities improve, develop,
or keep practical skills. Doctors frequently suggest
occupational therapy for patients with health problems that get
in the way with their ability to perform everyday jobs at their
household, school, or work. For example, a person who uses a
wheelchair might need to learn how to move around in the kitchen
and cook a meal in a sitting position. A person who lost their
sight or the ability to use a leg or arm might need to learn new
ways to bathe or dress. Occupational therapy is frequently
called 'curing by doing' because patients get better at their
own physical and mental happiness by carrying out activities
themselves. Pros called occupational therapists plan and oversee
treatment activities for their patients. Occupational therapy
assistants work under the control of an occupational therapist
and do lots of the hands-on work with patients, helping them
practice and become skilled a