Frequently Asked Questions

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Occupational therapy can help with a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to: knee replacement, hip replacement, shoulder replacement, sports injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, mental health conditions, and chronic pain.

During your first occupational therapy session, you can expect to undergo an evaluation that includes an assessment of your abilities and limitations. Your therapist will work with you to identify your goals and develop a personalized treatment plan based on your needs and preferences.

The length of occupational therapy treatment depends on the individual and their specific needs. Some individuals may require short-term therapy, while others may require ongoing therapy to manage their condition and maintain their level of function. Your therapist will work with you to determine the appropriate length of treatment for your needs.

While both types of therapy work hand in hand at restoring physical limitations brought by disease, illness, or injury, Occupational Therapy focuses on applying those limitations to how it impacts your activities of daily living, work, hobbies and leisure. Occupational therapy focuses on functional outcomes to improve quality of life and uses a more client centered approach. 

Yes! Generally, insurance companies have different eligibility of benefits for each type of therapy. You can in fact have physical therapy and occupational therapy together. 

• Basic Motor Skills
• Coordination
• Cognition
• Strength
• Dexterity
• Range of Motion
• Functional Mobility
• Endurance
• Balance