Occupational Therapy (OT)
Occupational therapy (OT) helps people of all ages participate in the everyday activities (occupations) that matter to them—self-care, work, school, play, and community involvement. Occupational therapists assess a person’s physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional abilities and adapt tasks, environments, and routines so clients can achieve greater independence and quality of life.
Who OT helps
Children with developmental delays, sensory processing differences, autism, or fine motor challenges
Adults recovering from injury or surgery, managing chronic pain, stroke, or neurological conditions
Older adults facing balance, strength, cognitive changes, or the need for home modifications to remain safe and independent
Common OT interventions
Activity analysis and task adaptation: Breaking tasks into manageable steps and modifying tools or the environment
Adaptive equipment and assistive technology: Splints, utensils with built-up handles, dressing aids, communication devices, or home modifications like grab bars and ramps
Therapeutic exercises and neuromuscular re-education: To restore strength, coordination, range of motion, and fine motor skills
Sensory integration strategies: For children and adults who are over- or under-responsive to sensory input
Cognitive rehabilitation and compensatory strategies: Memory aids, task sequencing, environmental cues, and problem-solving techniques
Energy conservation and work simplification: For people with fatigue or chronic health conditions
Pain management and ergonomics: Posture training, workstation adjustments, and activity pacing
Settings where OTs work
Schools, early intervention programs, and pediatric clinics
Hospitals, inpatient rehab, and outpatient clinics
Home health and community-based programs
Skilled nursing facilities and long-term care
Vocational rehab and
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Occupational therapy (OT) helps people of all ages participate in the everyday activities (occupations) that matter to them—self-care, work, school, play, and community involvement. Occupational therapists assess a person’s physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional abilities and adapt tasks, environments, and routines so clients can achieve greater independence and quality of life.
Who OT helps
Children with developmental delays, sensory processing differences, autism, or fine motor challenges
Adults recovering from injury or surgery, managing chronic pain, stroke, or neurological conditions
Older adults facing balance, strength, cognitive changes, or the need for home modifications to remain safe and independent
Common OT interventions
Activity analysis and task adaptation: Breaking tasks into manageable steps and modifying tools or the environment
Adaptive equipment and assistive technology: Splints, utensils with built-up handles, dressing aids, communication devices, or home modifications like grab bars and ramps
Therapeutic exercises and neuromuscular re-education: To restore strength, coordination, range of motion, and fine motor skills
Sensory integration strategies: For children and adults who are over- or under-responsive to sensory input
Cognitive rehabilitation and compensatory strategies: Memory aids, task sequencing, environmental cues, and problem-solving techniques
Energy conservation and work simplification: For people with fatigue or chronic health conditions
Pain management and ergonomics: Posture training, workstation adjustments, and activity pacing
Settings where OTs work
Schools, early intervention programs, and pediatric clinics
Hospitals, inpatient rehab, and outpatient clinics
Home health and community-based programs
Skilled nursing facilities and long-term care
Vocational rehab and
