Occupational Therapy for New Mothers
Pregnancy can be a beautiful time in a woman’s life. But for some, it can be a complete struggle. This is especially true for new mothers. Their bodies are going through strange changes. They may feel unable to do things they did prior to pregnancy. But occupational therapy for new mothers is a great way to help new mothers adjust to their new, 9-month life. Occupational therapists can open up a whole new world to pregnant women and...
Dance Therapy for Stroke Survivors
May is National Stroke Awareness month, and John wants you to know! His therapists put together a dance routine to perform with him as part of his rehabilitation. Dance therapy for stroke survivors is a great way to get the body moving and connect brain activity with physical movement. Strokes take the lives of over 140,000 people each year and are the third leading cause of death in the US. It’s true that some strokes are preventable...
Sensory Processing Disorder: Sensory Play for Kids
Imagine having a child who shudders at the sounds of a cabinet closing, or vomits when the car starts. Or having a child who doesn’t notice the dark bark or recoils from the feeling of their clothes. These are symptoms related to having a sensory processing disorder which can be difficult to diagnose. One of the more complex disorders in this world that affects the normal daily routines of children every day. But one way...
7 Spring Asthma Triggers to Watch For
When spring hits, you might find it more difficult to control your asthma symptoms. There are many reasons behind this, and there are definitely certain spring asthma triggers to watch out for. Of course, everyone suffering from asthma can have different triggers and symptoms. So, it is important to have regular appointments with a respiratory therapist to ensure proper treatment. We all know about common spring injuries, but here are...
Occupational Therapy for Inmates
The rate of incarceration has greatly risen in the last few decades, and prisons are continuously being built to keep up with the growing number of inmates. Many prisoners suffer from mental and cognitive disorders, which can easily be aggravated by the type of environment in a jail. Most people overlook this, as the individual is in jail for a reason, but this is where occupational therapy for inmates can help. OT’s can also help in...