Question 1

what are range of motion exercises in occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

OT: Range of motion exercises are usually restricted to the upper extremity joints including the shoulder, elbow, wrist and fingers. They typically involve isotonic exercises with theraband of varying resistances and through a range of active range of motion.

Question 2

what are arom and prom exercises in occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

AROM: Arom is an acronym standing for "active range of motion." that is for the individual who actively moves his extremity joint through a range of motion without any assistive help; prom is an acronym for "passive range of motion" is under the power and assistance of the therapist or examiner testing range of motion.

Question 3

do normal people recieve occupational therapy treatments?

Accepted Answer

See details: Referral from your doctor, assuming there is a good reason to get to ot in the first place.

Question 4

can anyone give me information on duration of occupational therapy?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The duration of therapy depends on the type of injury and what other treatments have been done. For a new injury it is fairly typical to have 2-3 sessions per week for 3 weeks.

Question 5

how can occupational therapy help my disabled child?

Accepted Answer

With family help too: It really depends on the severity and the specific disability.  However, typically an ot will work with your child and your family to assist in increasing functionality of the activities of daily living, whether that means toilet training, eating and dressing as examples.  Guidance and assistance where needed are specified and addressed and then a plan for more independent living is instituted.

Question 6

do kids with autism benefit from occupational therapy and how?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It helps to desensitize children with autism to normal world stimulation such as the feeling of clothing, or sounds or smells or sensations in the mouth.

Question 7

is occupational therapy assisting a growing or declining field? i heard ot is being swallowed up my physical therapy

Accepted Answer

Still in need : They are important because they help physicians with assessing disability for patient and workplace restrictions

Question 8

can occupational therapy help bipolar disorder and how?

Accepted Answer

No: Occupational therapists are trained in mangagement of upper extremity or arm problems.  They also assist patients with functional transfers (bathroom) and activities of daily living.  A behavioral therapist or psychologist would be more appropriate for a patient with bipolar disroder.

Question 9

which out of nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy or diagnostic radiography should i apply for?

Accepted Answer

Career: No one can answer that question except you!  Learn as much as you can about each field, talk to people who are in it, and figure out which one, if any,interests you and suits your lifestyle and goals.  Good luck in whatever you choose.

Question 10

how can occupational therapy relate to healing the soul?

Accepted Answer

Occupational: therapy can help someone feel better about themselves, accomplish more in life thereby enhancing self confidence &amp; self esteem. Since it impacts on emotional well being, I guess you could call healing the soul, a bi-product of occupational therapy.

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