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Occupational Therapy: A Holistic Approach offered by Ottawa-Carleton Physiotherapy Center in Ottawa
What Is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is the use of assessment and treatment to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with a physical, mental, or cognitive disorder.
Types of Treatments
Productive Aging
Occupational therapy can help seniors live a fulfilling and independent life while participating in enjoyable and meaningful activities. Occupational therapists help older adults with issues such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, low vision, independent living and driving. Occupational therapists help seniors improve the quality of life.
Rehabilitation
Occupational therapy also helps with the disability and rehabilitation of certain adults in rehab programs, skilled nursing facilities, home health and hospitals. The environmental, psychosocial, cognitive and physical needs of certain adult populations are addressed by occupational therapists.
This therapy is particularly helpful in helping patients cope with post-traumatic stress disorders and psychological distress. It also helps with the education and training involved in the use of prosthetic devices for patients who have suffered amputations. Therapists train patients who have suffered hand amputations in handling and getting comfortable with myoelectrically controlled limbs.
Mental Health
Occupational therapists work in long term mental care facilities, day programs and hospital settings to offer mental health services to senior citizens, the youth, children and those suffering from debilitating mental issues.
Benefits of occupational therapy in the mental health niche extend to child care, money management, leisure pursuits and development of social skills. It also helps in community participation and access, education, employment, medication management, coping skills, routine building and schedule maintenance.
Occupational therapists work with individuals suffering from mental health issues to help them acquire the abilities and skills required for taking care of themselves and others.
Health and Wellness
Occupational therapy can help with the promotion of occupational justice, social participation and healthy living practices. It can reduce healthcare disparities, promote the well-being of individuals with chronic illnesses and prevent secondary conditions, injuries and diseases. It also helps to improve the quality of life.
