Treatment

Occupational Therapy

Therapy that helps people build skills for daily activities, such as fine motor skills, self-care, play and handling sensory input.

Also called: ot, pediatric occupational therapy

Who Can Help with Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people build or regain the skills needed for daily activities such as dressing, writing, cooking and working.
Developmental Therapists
A therapist who works with infants and young children who have developmental delays, often through early intervention programs.
Early Intervention Programs
A program that provides therapy and support for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities.
Rehab Centers
An outpatient center that provides physical, occupational, speech or cardiac rehabilitation.
Rehabilitation Hospitals
A hospital where patients stay for intensive therapy after a stroke, injury, surgery or serious illness.
Nursing Homes
A facility that provides round-the-clock nursing care and short-term rehabilitation or long-term living for people who cannot live on their own.
Home Health Agencies
An agency that sends nurses, therapists and aides to care for patients in their homes.
Developmental Disability Services
A residential, day or clinic program that provides care and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about occupational therapy and what is right for you.