Occupational
Therapy
Introduction
Occupational therapist helps child to deal with the physical weakness and gain strength to
improve overall performance and endurance. They also deal with cognitive delays and cognitive
skills like improving attention, concentration, reasoning skills and social interactive
skills.
Occupational therapy (OT) is a branch of health care that helps people of all ages who have
physical, sensory, or cognitive problems. OT can help them regain independence in all areas of
their lives.
Occupational therapists help with barriers that affect a person's emotional, social, and
physical needs. To do this, they use everyday activities, exercises, and other therapies.
OT helps kids play, improves their school performance, and aids their daily activities. It also
boosts their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment. Occupational therapy services typically
include:
1. An individualized evaluation, during which the client/family and occupational therapist
determine the person's goals.
2. Customized intervention to improve the person's ability to perform daily activities and reach
the goals.
3. An outcomes evaluation to ensure that the goals are being met and/or make changes to the
intervention plan.