Injuries and certain medical conditions can render a person unable to do
their job, participate in hobbies, or live independently. Rehabilitation
programs are designed to help patients overcome these limitations so that
they can resume a normal lifestyle. While physical therapy helps patients
manage their condition as a whole, occupational therapy is focused specifically
on regaining the ability to perform specific tasks.
Occupational therapy is often recommended for patients suffering from disabilities
caused by the following:
Cancer
Birth injuries
Broken bones
Autism
Post-surgical recovery
Burns
Arthritis
Stroke
Brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Cerebral palsy
Multiple sclerosis
Occupational therapists at Allied Services Integrated Health System work
closely with patients to create specific, goal-oriented rehabilitation
programs. Depending on a patient’s condition and lifestyle, different
people will have different agendas for physical therapy. For example,
someone with a hand injury who needs to use a computer for their job will
likely make relearning typing a high priority for their program. We are
committed to helping each patient achieve their unique goals.
What to Expect
Occupational therapy begins with a meeting and assessment between patients
and their therapist. This is the patient’s opportunity to talk about
how their condition has affected their lives. It is important to speak
up and tell the occupational therapist what activities are most important
to the patient’s day-to-day life so that the therapist can create
a treatment plan with those goals in mind.
With the initial assessment completed, patients will regularly meet with
their occupational therapist. During these sessions, they will learn new
exercises designed to restore function and independence. In certain situations,
it may be helpful for the occupational therapist to visit the patient’s
home or work environment in order to better direct treatment towards specific
goals. If it impossible for a patient to perform certain tasks the way
they used to, the therapist can help them find alternative methods of
completing these activities.
Getting Started with Occupational Therapy
Patients need a prescription from their doctor to enroll in occupational
therapy. Most insurance covers occupational therapy. Physicians can begin
the referral process
online or by contacting our admissions office at
570.348.1360.
To find a nearby Rehab Center, please refer to the
Locations section or contact us at
570-348-1360.
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