Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is a health and rehabilitation profession which implements the therapeutic use of self-care, work and play activities to increase independent function, enhance development and prevent disability. The adaptation of a task or the environment to achieve maximum independence and to enhance the quality of life may also be included.
People of all ages who, because of physical, developmental, social and emotional problems, need specialized assistance to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives can benefit from occupational therapy, including:
- People with work related injuries
- People who have had a stroke or heart attack
- People with arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's or other chronic, progressive diseases
- Children with birth injuries, learning problems or developmental disabilities
- People with mental health problems, burns, spinal cord
- Injuries, head injuries, or amputations
- People with broken bones or other injuries from sports, falls or accidents