An Occupational therapist works systematically through a sequence of actions known as Occupational Therapy process. Occupational Therapists use therapeutic activities or therapeutic occupation to improve a childrens occupational performance and improve functional independence.
A core and unique feature of OT practice is the use of purposeful activities as a therapeutic medium. For ex. play, art, craft. An Occupational Therapist is usually the primary professional for treating sensory issues. Our occupational therapist focuses on sensory integration, “children learn through fun and play”, the Occupational Therapist starts Sensory Integration by establishing positive rapport with the child to develop comfort and trust, child’s likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses. In addition to Sensory Integration a Occupational Therapist also addresses fine motor skills, gross motor skills, self help skills, and co-ordination and behavior issues.
