Occupational Therapy
Orthopedic Center Of Florida Services
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a healthcare practice that uses everyday activities, or “occupations,” as a therapeutic tool to help people of all ages improve their ability to perform daily tasks and achieve greater independence, particularly when impacted by a wide spectrum of impairments including physical, mental, or developmental disabilities. It focuses on helping individuals regain skills needed for daily living, like dressing, bathing, cooking, or working, by adapting tasks or environments as needed.
The Benefits Of Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy includes everything from physical and cognitive enhancement to the betterment of one’s self-esteem and involvement in more meaningful activities. This treatment, being centered on the patient’s needs and concerns, will greatly help in enhancing your overall health and wellbeing in performing daily life activities.
Why Choose Us For Your Treatment
By choosing our clinic for occupational therapy, you will be given service tailored to your situation. Our therapists are committed to helping you achieve your goals and collaborating directly with your medical team to optimize your recovery and provide patient centered care. To learn more about what occupational therapy can do for you, call for an appointment today.
Specialties and Treatments At Our Clinic
There are many occupational therapy specialties that can be offered at our clinic, targeting a wide range of needs for our patients. These include:
- Orthopedic Occupational Therapy
- Geriatric Occupational Therapy
- Hand Therapy
Orthopedic Occupational Therapy
Orthopedic specialized occupational therapy is a type of therapy that helps patients recover from orthopedic injuries and surgeries. Orthopedic based OT can help patients regain function, strength, and live more independently.
Geriatric Occupational Therapy
Geriatric Occupational Therapy at our clinic is designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults by improving their ability to perform everyday tasks. We provide expert care for individuals recovering from surgery, managing chronic conditions, or seeking to maintain their independence. Our therapists specialize in adaptive techniques, fall prevention, and assistive devices to ensure safety and comfort at home or in the community.
Hand Therapy
Hand specialized occupational therapy,” also called “hand therapy,” is a specialized branch of occupational therapy that focuses on evaluating and treating conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, and shoulder, utilizing techniques like exercises, manual therapy, splinting, and activity modifications to restore function, strength, mobility, and improve dexterity in the upper extremity.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy helps people to learn or relearn the skills needed for daily living and working.
Who Can Benefit from Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy can help anyone who is having difficulty with daily activities due to an injury, illness, or disability.
How Long Does Occupational Therapy Take?
The amount of time this takes depends upon the needs and goals of a person. Some may see an occupational therapist for several visits, whereas for other individuals, occupational therapy may be part of their ongoing care.
What Do I Expect on My First Visit?
On your first visit, your therapist will determine your needs, describe and discuss your goals, and offer you an individualized treatment plan.
For more Occupational Therapy information, contact Orthopedic Center of Florida or schedule online for a consultation in our Fort Myers, FL office.