What are Occupational Therapists?
An OT is a qualified health professional who has completed a degree in Occupational Therapy. An OT has the expertise and training to assess people for mobility and disability products. The OT is able to take into consideration past medical history, current medical conditions, range of joint movements, cognition, living environment and access An OT is also trained to draw up plans and design adaptations in and around the home i.e. level access shower. OTs work with people of all ages to help overcome the effects of disability and to enable people to become as independent as possible. OTs work in a variety of settings i.e., Hospitals, Wheelchair services and Social Service departments.
