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What a difference Occupational Therapy Makes!
Every day, children and adults have or develop health conditions that significantly affect their ability to manage their daily lives. With the help of Occupational Therapy, many of these individuals can achieve or regain a higher level of independence. When skill and strength cannot be developed or improved, Occupational Therapy offers creative solutions and alternatives for carrying out daily activities.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Occupational therapy assists people in developing the "skills for the job of living" necessary for independent and satisfying lives. Services typically include:
Customized treatment programs to improve one's ability to perform daily activities
Adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training
Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with adaptation recommendations
Guidance to family members and caregivers
Some of the health conditions that benefit from occupational therapy include:
Sensory defensiveness to food, touch, sound, smell or sights
Birth injuries, learning problems, handwriting problems, or developmental disabilities
Limitations following a stroke or heart attack
Limitations following a motor vehicle accident or other accidents
Arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or other serious chronic conditions
Vision or cognitive problems that threaten the ability to drive
If you feel you would benefit from Occupational Therapy please contact us at (606) 256-7763.
