Occupational therapy helps children develop essential skills for daily activities, enhance sensory processing, improve self-care and social skills, and promote independence.
An OT session typically includes assessments, goal setting, engaging activities tailored to the child’s needs, and parental involvement for reinforcement at home.
Play is crucial in OT as it motivates children, facilitates skill development, allows for real-life practice, fosters exploration, and promotes social interactions.
OT focuses on helping individuals perform daily activities and improve life skills, while PT emphasizes physical rehabilitation, mobility, strength, and movement.