An occupational therapist is someone who helps develop, recover or maintain the basic life and work skills of individuals living with physical, mental or developmental conditions. This client centered practice is customized to individual patient needs and challenges. These therapists focus on task modification, environmental adaptations, skill mastery as well as coaching families, loved ones and caregivers on how to support the occupational therapy process.
Occupational therapists can specialize in a variety of areas including children and teens, health and wellness, mental health, productive aging, rehabilitation and work and industry therapy.
These areas include the following types of activities:
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Functional Mobility
- Personal Grooming
- Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) including:
- Care of others
- Care of Pets
- Child Rearing
- Driving
- Financial Management
- Meal Preparation
- Shopping
- Emergency Maintenance
- Rest & Sleep
- Education
- Work including:
- Employment interests and acquisition
- Job performance
- Retirement
- Volunteering
- Play
- Leisure
- Social Participation
The therapists will walk you through the occupational therapy process which includes evaluation, intervention and outcomes. At Dr. Rehman’s office, we have a team of two exceptionally talented occupational therapists who specialize in hand therapy. Our team is here to help you overcome any challenges you are facing and provide you with a long-term plan for success!
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