The goals of therapy are to maximize a patient's ability to function independently and help patients adapt to limitations that have resulted from an injury or disease. Services begin with an evaluation and the development of an individual treatment plan. Therapists consult and collaborate with the patient and his or her family, doctor, and other healthcare providers. Therapy also can provide pain control and relief through hands-on techniques. A focus on education helps patients understand their conditions and steps they may take to avoid further problems.
Hours vary among practices.
Occupational Therapy Mount Auburn's occupational therapists are specialists in the outpatient treatment of hand and upper-extremity problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome and wrist fractures. They work closely with hand surgeons and referring physicians to design a treatment program to achieve maximum recovery from surgery or injury. Occupational therapists make splints, provide hands-on and other modes of treatment, and teach home exercise programs to help patients regain functional use of their hands and arms. The therapist works with patients who experience a variety of problems such as speech and language impairment caused by stroke and voice problems caused by vocal abuse. Patients with swallowing disorders are treated as well.