Breaking Barriers: How Occupational Therapy Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Thrive
This article explores the relationship between CP and occupational therapy (OT), highlighting the importance of OT in managing and improving
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Maximizing Independence with Multiple Sclerosis: The Benefits of Occupational Therapy
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Insights into Daily Challenges and Coping Strategies
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behaviour. It is charact
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Understanding and Treating Parkinson’s Disease from an Occupational Therapy Perspective
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. The disease is named after the British physic
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: The Role of Occupational Therapy
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease characterized by a persistent obstruction of airflow in the lungs
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Key Characteristics and Qualities of an Effective Occupational Therapist
The role of a therapist is crucial in providing effective support to individuals facing a range of physical, emotional and psychological cha
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The Role of Occupational Therapy in Assessing and Improving Driving Ability
Driving is an essential aspect of independence for older adults, as it allows them to maintain community mobility and access to resources an
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Home Safety for Older Adults: A Guide to Assessing and Reducing Hazards
Home safety is essential for older adults because as people age, they may become more susceptible to accidents and injuries in the home. Thi
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Workplace Injuries and Occupational Therapy
A workplace injury is any injury that occurs while an individual is at work or performing job-related duties. Injuries can include physical
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Memory, Dementia and Occupational Therapy
What is memory? What happens to memory as people get older? What are cognitive impairment and dementia? What are some risks factors for...
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Heart Attack and Occupational Therapy
What is a heart attack? How to tell if someone has a heart attack? How can you reduce your risk of having a heart attack? What treatments...
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The Brain and Stroke
What is a Stroke? How to tell if someone is having a stroke? What are some common risks factors for strokes? Stroke Treatment and...
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Osteoporosis and Occupational Therapy
What is osteoporosis? How does osteoporosis occur? How are Vitamin D and Calcium involved in bone strength? Why are females more at risk...
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Pressure Sores and How to Prevent Them
What is a pressure sore? The Four Stages of Pressure Sores What should you do to check for bed sores? To check for bed sores, follow...
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Fall Prevention and Management
What is a fall, and why are they dangerous? A fall occurs when a person falls to a lower level. This is frequently caused by tripping and...
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Arthritis and Its Impact on Your Life
What is Arthritis? Treatments for Arthritis How can Occupational Therapists help people with arthritis? How does somebody with arthritis...
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Occupational Therapy Assessments with Clients
Occupational therapists (OTs) help enable clients to participate in meaningful activities. Assessments help determine clients' needs, whethe
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Occupational Therapy Services that Support Families
One of the most crucial steps for occupational therapists and their clients is goal setting. Goal setting needs to be a collaborative proces
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