Tag: Pediatrics

Occupational therapists can develop expertise in many areas of practice, including pediatrics, physical rehabilitation, gerontology, mental and behavioral health, hand therapy, low vision, driving and community mobility. The right specialty depends on the populations you want to serve, the occupational performance challenges that interest you, and the clinical environments in which you want to practice. Entry-level occupational therapy education prepares […]

Basic Overview  Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) help patients of all ages improve movement, reduce pain, and regain function under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists. Depending on where they work, PTAs may treat children with developmental conditions, athletes recovering from injuries, adults recovering after surgery, older adults working to maintain independence, or patients rebuilding mobility after neurological conditions […]