Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists help people do daily "occupations."

• OT restores the ability to perform ADLs and meaningful activities.
• Works in hospitals, schools, clinics, and homes.
• Team includes OTs and OT assistants.
• Focuses on independence and quality of life.

Models provide frameworks for OT practice.

• Models guide assessment and intervention planning.
• Examples focus on person, environment, and occupation.
• Client-centered care tailors goals to the individual.
• Evidence-based practice informs decisions.

OTs break down activities to build skills.

• Activity analysis identifies the steps and demands of a task.
• Therapeutic activities are chosen to build specific skills.
• Adaptive equipment makes tasks achievable.
• Activities are meaningful and goal-directed.

OT restores function after physical injury or illness.

• Treats conditions affecting hands, arms, and mobility.
• Uses exercises, splinting, and adaptive techniques.
• Common after stroke, injury, or surgery.
• Aims to restore independence in daily tasks.

OT supports mental and emotional well-being.

• Helps with coping, routines, and stress management.
• Supports patients with depression, anxiety, and other conditions.
• Promotes healthy habits and social participation.
• Focuses on function in daily life.

OT adapts to every stage of life.

• Pediatric OT addresses developmental and sensory needs.
• Adult OT supports work and daily function.
• Geriatric OT manages aging, mobility, and safety.
• Goals are tailored to each life stage.

OT follows ethical and safety standards.

• Work within scope of practice and obtain consent.
• Protect privacy and maintain documentation.
• Ensure patient safety during activities.
• Follow the profession's code of ethics.