Occupational Therapy Sector
What is occupational therapy, anyway?
Occupational therapy is one of the many paramedical treatments offered at Medical Care. Occupational therapy is an integral part of the rehabilitation process patients go through during their stay in the hospital, and is designed to improve the function and quality of life of people of all ages coping with physical, mental, sensory or cognitive limitations.
Occupational therapy is one of the many paramedical treatments offered at Medical Care. Occupational therapy is an integral part of the rehabilitation process patients go through during their stay in the hospital, and is designed to improve the function and quality of life of people of all ages coping with physical, mental, sensory or cognitive limitations. Treatment includes a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s needs, followed by a personal treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. The plan includes active and passive exercises, use of advanced aids and technologies, work in real and simulated environments, and guidance and support for the patient’s family.
Treatment Goals
- To enable patients to return to normal function and independence in all areas of their lives
- To encourage participation and thereby increase a sense of worth and meaning
What do the treatments include?
Treatment addresses and practices a range of activities, from the basic daily ones to the most complex, in order to improve patients’ quality of life and personal well-being.
Occupational therapy treatments are given to patients
- After a comprehensive assessment of the patient
- After setting goals and targets tailored to the patient’s condition and pace of progress
Our areas of treatment
Depending on the patient’s needs, the treatment plan may focus on a specific area or a combination of several areas:
Behavioral
Sensory
Motor
Cognitive
Environmental Adaptations
Assistive Device Fitting
Functional
Who are the treatments for?
Treatment is given to all patients in the various departments. As part of occupational therapy, occupation and leisure activities are also tailored to patients by activity instructors in the various departments.