Occupational Therapy Charleston, SC
Occupational therapy assists people in regaining or maintaining a life free from pain and full of meaningful activity after an injury or illness. At Coastal Movement Specialists, our experienced occupational therapists can help you restore or develop the function you need to perform at your job, hobbies, and daily life.
Our occupational therapists specialize in upper extremity rehabilitation which includes treating injuries from the hand to the shoulder. Conditions that are treated include arthritis, tendonitis, fractures, muscle/tendon tears, post surgical intervention, trigger finger, carpal tunnel/nerve conditions, and other related injuries. Additionally, our OT’s are able to fabricate custom orthotics and/or can recommend prefabricated orthotic options.
Each engagement is highly personalized, we’ll work closely with you to determine your goals and formulate a plan to reach your goals. Learn more below, and contact us today to schedule an appointment.
What Is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy is a branch of healthcare devoted to helping people perform the daily tasks necessary to live a healthy and fulfilled life. Occupational therapists use various treatments, equipment, and technology to help improve your daily life. Treatment includes a personal health assessment and an evaluation of the patient’s home, workplace, or school. Occupational therapists provide services to help people overcome developmental, mental, or physical injuries, losses, or impairments.
How Can Occupational Therapy Help You?
Suppose you have a difficulty that prevents you from living, functioning, or moving independently. In that case, occupational therapy can provide services to improve your quality of life. The goal of treatment is to enhance your environment and improve or eliminate any physical or mental limitations keeping you from performing everyday tasks, such as:
Dressing
Grooming
Eating
Driving
Bathing
Cooking
Using a computer
Work activities
Leisure activities
Caring for others
Social activities
Care for your pet
Educational activities
Recovering from surgeries
Recovering from stroke
Hand therapy
Disorders and dysfunction of the upper extremity
And more
What to Expect
The process begins with a thorough evaluation to understand your history, experiences, daily routine, values, goals, and needs. Observation of your performance is assessed to determine limitations and barriers to the accomplishment of specific tasks.
Your therapist will work closely with you to identify the desired outcomes needed to get you where you want to be at work, home, school, or leisure activities. Your therapist will discuss detailed interventions and activities in your treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy
There are some similarities and differences between physical therapy and occupational therapy. Both specialties seek to enhance quality of life for patients by removing the barriers to living an active and healthy life. They also have a thorough evaluation and customized treatment plan as their starting point. Physical and occupational therapists also use some of the same treatment modalities to improve function, such as exercises and stretches.
- Occupational Therapy is a rehabilitative health specialty designed to help people overcome functional barriers and live more independently in daily activities.
- Physical Therapy diagnoses and treats injuries to help people move and function without pain.
Schedule an Appointment
To learn more about how occupational therapy can help improve the quality of your daily life, schedule an appointment with Coastal Movement Specialists today. Located in Johns Island, SC, we serve the entire Charleston area.