Benefits of VR Therapy
What if you had the ability to send your patients to the beach to rehab an injury? Or, what if your psychology patient could face his or her phobia in a controlled environment. Maybe, you’re working with a younger child and you want to reward all their hard work with a trip to outer space? Well, with virtual reality, the possibilities are endless when you’re working with patients. While it’s still in its infancy, VR therapy is slowly...
3 Fun Forms of Physical Therapy
Floating in the pool, going horseback riding, or walking a dog may not exactly sound like the most formal methods of physical therapy and occupational therapy. However, when proven therapy techniques and the skill of a rehab therapist are combined with these activities, they become aquatic physical therapy, equestrian therapy (or therapeutic riding) and pet therapy! Keep reading to find out more about these different, yet fun forms of...
Celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day 2018
Each year on October 27, people all over the globe celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day. Every year the event has a different theme, and this year’s is “Celebrating Our Global Community.” The World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) started the event in 2010 to help increase the awareness of occupational therapists and society of the global impact of occupational therapy. Keep reading to find out how...
Top 10 Must-Haves for the Frequent Travel Therapist
Let’s face it… relocating every 13 weeks can be a little daunting. As a travel therapist, you really have to learn how to pack light without skipping out on the essentials. If you travel frequently, you’ll probably live out of your suitcase. You may just need to switch out a few clothing items depending on the season or your next destination. However, no matter if you’re going to Hawaii or Alaska, there are...
Why You Should Pick Occupational Therapy Jobs in Hawaii
Imagine clear blue waters, soft sandy beaches, palm trees, mountains, fruity umbrella drinks and the freshest ahi tuna you’ll probably ever taste. Really, it’s not a question of why you should pick occupational therapy jobs in Hawaii, but when? Apparently, right now is the time to go. A recently published article listing the top 10 jobs in Hawaii cited occupational therapy jobs. Other healthcare professions also made the list, such as...