Somatic symptom disorders are a group of disorders, all of which fit the definition of physical symptoms similar to those observed in physical disease or injury for which there is no identifiable physical cause. As such, they are a diagnosis of exclusion.
Occupational therapists use special equipment to help children with developmental disabilities. Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working.
Physical Therapists (PTs). Physical therapists work with a wide variety of adult and pediatric patients who have difficulty moving around their environment. Their purpose is to improve the patientâs mobility so that the patient is safe in their home or community.