Occupational therapy is a specialized form of healthcare that focuses on enabling individuals to engage in meaningful activities and regain independence within their daily lives.
View our articles that offer valuable insights into the diverse range of conditions and situations where occupational therapy can have a significant impact on an individual’s day-to-day life.
A stroke can be devastating—and they are alarmingly more common than you might think. That’s one reason why we believe it is so important to implement effective OT exercises for stroke patients at East Carolina Rehabilitation and Wellness. Every 40 seconds, an American has a stroke, and every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of a stroke,…
It feels almost painful to watch. Your father, who previously has been functioning independently, is having difficulty getting dressed. The problem started after severe arthritis caused him to be extremely limited. You’re happy to help, but you would rather see your father living more independently again. How can occupational therapy help? Occupational therapy and physical…
It can be heartbreaking to watch your loved one struggle to perform activities that were once simple. Buttoning a shirt takes careful coordination. Putting on socks is a massive challenge. But occupational therapy can make a big difference and dramatically improve how well your loved one functions. At East Carolina Rehabilitation and Wellness, we offer…
Each year, there are 450,000 total hip replacements performed in the United States. Successful recovery depends upon following through with occupational therapy hip exercises to help you return to the activities you did before the surgery. But what is occupational therapy, and how do occupational therapy hip replacement exercises help you? We’ve got the answers…
