occupational therapy spinal cord injury

Occupational Therapy

Determined2heal Tips:

• Develop a occupational therapy program with a trained occupational therapist based upon your individual goals and the rehab facility's goals

• Bring a video camera to record your occupational therapy program

• Try to use the skills you learn during occupational therapy, daily

• In order to develop the best occupational therapy program, it is important for an individual with a spinal cord injury to go to the best possible rehabilitation facility in their area.

• Find the right rehabilitation facility in your area click here

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy is an applied science with a focus of developing, maintaining, or regaining functional skills.  An occupational therapist works with an individual to develop skills for daily living.

Why is Occupational Therapy important?

Occupational therapy is a great educational program that works to expand and develop skills of daily living.  An occupational therapist is a trained professional that works with an individual in all areas of daily living.  Occupational therapy has helped me to learn how to function daily with my spinal cord injury.

Disclaimer: This page contains observations and information from the personal experiences of Josh Basile. It is not intended as a substitute for the guidance and advice of trained medical professionals. Determined2Heal recommends that you always seek out guidance from healthcare professionals before partaking in any treatment.