what can occupational therapists do for you?

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[jillylin]

Mine showed me how to do various household tasks with less strain on my body, also relaxation techniques, etc.

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Jillyxx

[Morwenna]

They also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. everyone is individual in their needs they will look and listen to how you want to live work etc and work with you to help this improve :)))

((((((((Occupational therapists assist clients in performing activities of all types, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs such as dressing, cooking, and eating. Physical exercises may be used to increase strength and dexterity, while other activities may be chosen to improve visual acuity and the ability to discern patterns. For example, a client with short-term memory loss might be encouraged to make lists to aid recall, and a person with coordination problems might be assigned exercises to improve hand-eye coordination. Occupational therapists also use computer programs to help clients improve decision-making, abstract-reasoning, problem solving, and perceptual skills, as well as memory, sequencing, and coordination —- all of which are important for independent living. Occupational therapists are often skilled in psychological strategies such as cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and may use cognitive therapy especially when introducing people to new strategies for carrying out daily activities such as activity pacing or using effective communication strategies.))))))) the list is endless it about your needs and what you want to achieve hugs xxx

[jillylin in reply to Morwenna]

Wxcellent answer. Cut through my fibrofog waffle a treat!

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Jillyxx

[Ginsing]

Good answers. Xxgins