What is Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is a type of health care that helps to solve the problems that interfere with a person’s ability to do the things that are important to them – everyday things like:

• Self-care – getting dressed, eating, moving around the house,
• Being productive – going to work or school, participating in the community, and
• Leisure activities – sports, gardening, social activities. 

What are Occupational Therapists

Occupational therapists are the primary service providers for occupational therapy.

Occupational therapists often called OTs, assess an individual’s situation by drawing upon evidence-based approaches and applying their specialized knowledge and skills to recommend a course of preventive or corrective action that will help people lead more productive and satisfying lives.