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Topic: Occupational therapy

Ads by Google Related Topics radiation therapy Cognitive therapy reparative therapy hormone replacement therapy gene therapy electroconvulsive therapy occupational therapy speech therapy cognitive behavior therapy Manipulative therapy Massage therapy      Occupational therapy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Occupational therapy practitioners are skilled professionals whose education includes the study of human growth and development with specific emphasis on the physical, affective, cognitive and environmental components of illness and injury. Occupational therapy (OT) is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Most registered occupational therapists (OTR) practicing in the field today possess a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occupational_therapy   (823 words)      Occupational therapists Occupational therapy coursework includes the physical, biological, and behavioral sciences and the application of occupational therapy theory and skills. Occupational therapists are increasingly taking on supervisory roles, allowing assistants and aides to work more closely with clients under the guidance of a therapist, in an effort to reduce the cost of therapy. Occupational therapists need patience and strong interpersonal skills to inspire trust and respect in their clients. http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos078.htm   (1730 words)      Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health: Occupational therapy Occupational therapy practitioners may work in a variety of settings; the scope of their practice may be vast. Occupational therapy is a holistic, patient-centered, occupation-based approach to life skill development. The goal of occupational therapy practitioners is to facilitate the patient's physical independence. http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_gGENH/is_/ai_2699003557   (1280 words)      Occupational Therapist Occupational therapy is a client-centered health profession which addresses the occupational needs of individuals throughout their lifespan. The college preparation for occupational therapy emphasizes health and social sciences, such as anatomy, physiology, neurology, psychology, and sociology. However, in 1999 the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) voted to move the education of occupational therapist to the graduate entry-level, which will be effective in 2007. http://www.flahec.org/hlthcareers/OCCUP.HTM   (653 words)      Occupational Therapy » Home Occupational therapy is a health discipline concerned with the occupational performance of people in their environments. Occupational Therapy is needed when an individual's ability to live independently, to care for their personal needs, and to participate in work, school, family, and community life is disrupted by factors such as disability, illness, disaster, socio-economic disadvantage or injury. Occupational therapists work with individuals, their carers and communities to provide services, using occupation, to facilitate each person to achieve an independent, productive and as satisfying lifestyle as possible. http://www.occupationaltherapy.ul.ie   (330 words)      OLR - Occupational Therapy The Board of Occupational Therapy Practice was established to protect the public through the regulation of the practice of occupational therapy in Maine. "Occupational Therapist" means an individual who has passed the certification examination of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy for an Occupational Therapist or who otherwise meets the requirements and who is licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the State. "Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant" means an individual who has passed the certification examination of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy for an occupational therapy assistant or who was certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant prior to June 1977 and who is licensed to practice Occupational Therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr/categories/cat28.htm   (1774 words)      Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy is a health profession that helps individuals who have been affected by accident or injury, disease, aging, developmental delay, or psychological disability to make the necessary lifestyle changes to become more self-sufficient and independent. Occupational therapy also has a unique focus on occupation and daily life activities and the application of an intervention process that facilitates engagement in occupations to support the individual's participation in life. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. http://www.sjsu.edu/ot/bs.html   (1615 words)      occupational therapy - definition of occupational therapy in Encyclopedia The aim of occupational therapy is to help the client to perform daily tasks in their living and working environments, and to assist them to develop the skills to live independent, satisfying, and productive lives. Interventions used by Occupational therapists to achieve greater independence by clients include rehabilitation of neuropsychological deficits (memory, attention, complex reasoning), motor function, sensory function (vision, perception of touch), interpersonal skills (e.g.social skills). occupational therapy - definition of occupational therapy in Encyclopedia http://encyclopedia.laborlawtalk.com/occupational_therapy   (215 words)      Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a health profession that helps people participate fully in life. The "occupation" in occupational therapy refers to the way in which we spend our time and energy. The occupation in occupational therapy refers to the way in which we spend our time and energy. http://www.musc.edu/chp/ot   (671 words)      Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a profession that promotes lifelong health and well-being through engagement in “occupation” with activities that are meaningful to the individual. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages to gain or regain skills and abilities or adapt tasks within their natural environment. Occupational therapy helps people participate in roles and activities that are important to them. http://www.shhs.unh.edu/ot   (251 words)      MUO - Occupational Therapy Therefore, the mission of the Department of Occupational Therapy at the MUO is the study and application of therapeutic occupation. The profession of occupational therapy is based on the use of occupation for health promotion and remediation of disorders. Given the power of occupation in human development, it is not surprising that a profession is specifically devoted to the use of occupation as a therapeutic method. http://www.meduohio.edu/healthsciences/ot   (341 words)      Arizona School of Health Sciences Occupational therapy is the use of occupation-purposeful activity or interventions to promote health and achieve functional outcomes. The Arizona School of Health Sciences' Occupational Therapy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of The American Occupational Therapy Association, 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220, phone: 303-652-2682. Students in the Occupational Therapy Program have opportunities, through core classes in the curriculum, to learn about other professions and work with students from the Arizona School of Health Sciences' physician assistant, physical therapy, and sports health care programs. http://www.ashs.edu/discpl_ot.htm   (412 words)      New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association Occupational therapy is the therapeutic use of self-care, work/productive activities, and play/leisure activities to increase independent function, enhance development, and prevent disability. The mission of NHOTA is to unite and support occupational therapy (OT) practitioners in their efforts to enhance practice skills, to promote OT through education, service and legislation, and to collaborate with the community and with other professional groups for mutual needs in areas of health and human services. The term occupational refers to activities that are meaningful to the individual within the environments in which the person lives and functions. http://www.nhoccupationaltherapy.com   (183 words)      University of New England - Occupational Therapy Occupational therapists rely on diversified knowledge of the social, behavioral and life sciences, which enables them to evaluate capacities and skills and support optimal engagement in self-care, education, work, social and play or leisure activities. If you are considering occupational therapy as a profession you might first be interested in what OT is and where we work. The Occupational Therapy Department at the University of New England is the longest standing and largest OT program in the State of Maine. http://www.une.edu/chp/ot   (349 words)      Occupational Therapy Therapy Rehabilitation Services, Inc. - We utilize licensed therapies to provide speech therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy in a school environment. Therapy Rehabilitation Services, Inc. (USA) - We utilize licensed therapies to provide speech therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy in a school environment. NovaCare - provides physical and occupational therapy, orthotics and prosthetics and geriatric sevices. http://www.oliveweb.clara.net/n15-occupational-therapy.htm   (666 words)      Alabama Occupational Therapy Association - ALOTA Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants work with people of all ages who, because of physical, developmental, social, or emotional problems, need specialized assistance to lead productive and satisfying lives. Members consist of occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, occupational therapy students, and corporate sponsors who employ occupational therapy personnel. ALOTA is a state affiliate of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), which is the national professional association. http://www.alota.org   (290 words)      OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Florida Occupational Therapy Association - The mission of FOTA is to serve as a collective body to support, develop, and to represent the occupational therapy professional for the advancement of the practice and to better serve the consumer. Occupational Therapy and Health - Promoting occupational therapy health awareness and consumer education. The Graduate Occupational Therapy Association at Florida International University - GOTSA is a student organization at FIU devoted to the advancement of graduate students of occupational therapy. http://www.ability.org.uk/ergo.html   (714 words)      Occupational Therapy - Bright Tots - Information on Child Development Occupational therapy treatment is necessary when several areas of performance are affected. Occupational therapist have used brushing and joint compression as an intervention technique. Occupational therapists work from hospitals, schools and in the community. http://www.brighttots.com/Occupational_Therapy.html   (666 words)