Physical disabilities | Mental Health | Geriatrics | Work Rehabilitation | Ergonomics


  Occupational therapists also work with children who have:

Developmental delay
Intellectual disability
Handwriting difficulties
Autism
Attention and behavioural problems
Learning difficulties
Congenital and acquired neurological conditions (e.g. cerebral palsy)
Orthopedic conditions (e.g. hand and upper limb problems)

Occupational Therapy intervention is geared towards helping the child achieve a desired level of functioning in play, self-care and school. This is done through:

Early intervention prgrammes
Sensory integration
Play therapy
Music therapy
Pre-school skills training (e.g. handwriting skills)
Training in activities of daily living (ADL)
Family education
Special seating