What does the occupational therapist do?
An occupational therapist (OT) focuses on the things you want and need to do in your life and the OT is an expert in the field of rehabilitation. In OT we value the therapeutic relationship and collaboration with the client. Below are more detailed descriptions of our services:
Assessment of performance capacity
During your occupational therapy appointment. we will assess your performance capacity and the effect of environmental factors on your performance.
Assessment of work ability
During your occupational therapy appointment we will assess your ability to work, your occupational balance and the factors affecting your well-being at work.
Assessment of the need for assistive devices
During your occupational therapy appointment we assess your ability to participate in activities of daily living and assess the need for assistive devices in relation to self-care, leisure or work/study.
Interventions for limitations and pain in the upper limbs:
During your occupational therapy appointment we will assess your performance capacity and motor skills e.g. handling objects, ability to coordinate movements and regulating physical energy in different activities of daily living.
From coping to well-being at work:
During your occupational therapy appointment we will assess your occupational balance and e.g. the effect of rest and environmental factors on your performance at work.
Engagement in activities of daily living:
During your occupational therapy appointment we will assess your performance capacity related to your activities of daily living and leisure. We will also define interventions for a more enjoyable everyday life.