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Occupational Therapy (OT)

Description: Occupational therapy (OT) is an applied science and health profession that provides skilled treatment to help ... more

Occupational Therapy (OT) ... individuals develop, regain or maintain the skills necessary to participate in all facets of their lives. OT gives people the "skills for the job of living" necessary for living meaningful and satisfying lives. Services typically include: Customized treatment programs to improve one's ability to perform daily activities / Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with adaptation recommendations / Performance skills assessments and treatment / Adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training / Guidance to family members and caregivers.

Newest Review: ... is an umbrella term used to 'label' brain damage suffered before, during or shortly after birth. The range of brain damage experienced is very broad. It can lead to peoblems in motor function, speech, hearing, sight, learning difficulties and more serious problems like trouble breathing, digesting food and control of any muscle group in the body. Luckily for me my cerecbral palsy is at the ... more

... milder end of the scale. I have weakness in all four limbs but more noticably on my right side. I also have problems with balance and co-ordination as well a difficulty in speech and swallowing when younger. I also tire very easily as a result of the extra...more

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Occupational Therapy (OT): Hidden gems of the NHS (1178 words)
by - written on 28/02/09 (Very useful, 266 readings)
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I was born with mild cerebral palsy. It wasn't diagnosed until I was 3 when a CT scan confirmed what my parents suspected. Over my years I have seen numerous specialists and health professionals, the majority of which, have helped me tremendously in leading a 'normal' life. Occupational therapy and the OTs (occupational therapists) have provided the most support and assistance with performing day to day experiences and I cannot praise them highly enough. This review will cover what they do and my experiences. *******What is occupational therapy ****** Occupational therapy is the assessment and treatment of physical and psychiatric conditions using ... Read the complete review

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