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Pediatric vs. Adult Occupational Therapy: How Does Practice Differ? 

Pediatric vs. Adult Occupational Therapy: How Does Practice Differ? 

Pediatric and adult occupational therapy share the same goal: helping people participate more fully in meaningful daily activities. However, practice changes across the lifespan. Pediatric OT often emphasizes development, play, school participation, and self-care, while adult OT may focus more on rehabilitation, activities of daily living, work, community participation, and maintaining or regaining independence.¹  Pediatric […]

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What Is Rehabilitation Therapy? 

What Is Rehabilitation Therapy? 

Basic Overview  Rehabilitation therapy helps people improve function, mobility, independence, and quality of life after illness, injury, surgery, or other health conditions. Occupational therapy and physical therapy are two common rehabilitation professions, each with a different focus but a shared goal of helping patients achieve meaningful recovery and participation in everyday life.  Understanding Rehabilitation Therapy  Healthcare […]

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