12/14/2022
Many of our patients and family members wonder what makes Occupational Therapy different from Physical Therapy.
Today we are here to clarify the difference!
Occupational therapists usually do not treat a patient’s injury using physical therapy techniques but rather assist with optimizing independence and improving the client’s ability to accomplish daily tasks and activities after sustaining an injury, or in any situation of physical impairment.
Some of Occupational Therapy Services include:
Increase in Independence with Bathing, Dressing, Toileting,
Preparing Meals, and Other Activities of Daily Living
Home Safety Evaluation and Training
Home Medical Equipment Referral
An Occupational Therapist will perform an on-site assessment of the patient’s home environment.
With this assessment, the occupational therapist can offer recommendations on how to suitably adapt to the places you spend the most time, to allow for a better quality of life.
Our occupational therapists at Renew Home Health are trained to modify physical environments, in addition to training patients to use assistive equipment.
Combined, the goal is to increase overall independence.
Interested in learning more about how our Occupational Therapy services can benefit you? Head to our website to learn more.
Renew Home Health, founded in 2006, understands the importance of caring for a family member and knows that, at times, it can be an overwhelming task to take on.
