Occupational therapists assess and treat people who, because of illness, injury or circumstance, are limited in their ability to undertake the activities of everyday life. They help people to regain lost functions, develop their abilities and social skills, and maintain and promote independence in their everyday tasks to enhance their health and well-being.
Tasks & duties
Occupational therapists use the term "occupation" to describe things people do to occupy themselves, which can include things such as people looking after themselves, leisure activities and working. Occupational therapists help people who have problems with these occupations to find ways to overcome their difficulties. They do tasks such as:
assess people's abilities within their environments
set goals with people
plan and direct therapy treatment
help people to gain or regain skills for everyday life, work and education
use physical and social activities to increase a person’s ability and confidence
adapt equipment or housing to enable patients to be safe and independent
recommend adaptations to motor vehicles to enable people to drive independently
advise people on changes to their lifestyle to help them with daily activities
educate people, their families or work colleagues, to ensure they have the information they need
observe and report on people's progress
give advice and support to families, employers and teachers about a person's rehabilitation.
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