An Occupational Therapist’s Perspective As an occupational therapist working with people who experience persistent pain, I meet clients whose symptoms sometimes seem to go far beyond a typical injury or recovery process. They might describe burning sensations, swelling, changes in skin colour or temperature, and pain that feels disproportionate to the original cause. For many […]
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Who Can Benefit From One, and How Does an Occupational Therapist Perform It? When life throws us a curveball—an injury, illness, or chronic condition—returning to work or daily routines isn’t always straightforward. That’s where a Functional Capacity Evaluation comes in. It’s a powerful, evidence-based tool occupational therapists use to assess a person’s functional abilities in
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A Fresh Take on Occupational Therapy Let me guess: when you hear the words “occupational therapy,” your first thought might be something along the lines of “Isn’t that for people who can’t manage?” Or maybe, “That’s only for people who are really struggling, right?” For a long time, the way we’ve spoken about therapy—of any
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex and often unpredictable neurological condition that affects the central nervous system. It can bring about physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges that vary from person to person. For those living with MS, everyday tasks can become difficult and sometimes impossible without support. This is where
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How Can an Occupational Therapist Help? What is Lupus and How Can an Occupational Therapist Help? Lupus is a complex and often misunderstood autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While it presents differently from one person to the next, lupus can significantly impact a person’s ability to live a normal, active life. Occupational
How Can an Occupational Therapist Help? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, coordination, and cognitive function. While it’s most commonly associated with tremors and stiffness, Parkinson’s can have wide-ranging effects on a person’s daily life. For those diagnosed with the condition, maintaining independence and quality of life becomes a central focus—and
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