Occupational Therapy is...
health, education and human service profession. Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with people of all ages to enhance their performace of important everyday activities (occupations) despite the effects of illness, disability, or injury. The OT utilizes a variety of strategies and is a skilled problem solver who is committed to finding ways to enable people to lead independent, productive, and satisfying lives. In addition to dealing with an individual's physical well being, OTs address psychological, social, and environmental factors. This unique perspective makes OT an important part of a health care program. With an OT, a client works to improve her/his ability to participate fully in activities of daily living. A client's work with an OT may be closely coordinated with that of a physical therapist, speech/language therapist, social worker, and/or teacher as all of these fields involve improving an individual's ability to participate in everyday occupations..
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Role of OTs--Practice Areas
Children: Sensory Integration; Private Clinic; Schools, Early Intervention (0-3 years old)
Home Settings: Home Health Care, Driving and Transportation, Home Modifications
Community Settings: Supportive Employment, Independent Living
Schools: Preschool, Grade School, High School Transitions
Health Care Facilities: Inpatient and Outpatient Rehab, Assisted Living, Senior Centers, Military
Other: Assistive Technology, Fall Prevention, Driver Rehabilitation, Hand Therapy, Industry/Ergonomics, Mental Health
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http://www.aota.org/consumers/whatisOT/Factsheets.asp