Most OTs think that occupational therapy documentation daily notes need to be LONG to be COMPLETE but that might be the biggest myth in healthcare. I understand why. We learned in school you must document everything you did during a session in your daily notes. And many times pediatric occupational therapists do A LOT during each session. Especially when…
Occupational therapy involves working hands-on helping different patients to get back to or learning everyday tasks or “occupations”. OTs help individuals of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed to complete daily living and work activities. Pediatric occupational therapists specifically work with children under the age 18 in many varied settings. Many are…
What are the differences between occupational therapy and physical therapy? Let’s explore the differences. Occupational therapy and physical therapy are often confused. In many healthcare settings, they work on similar skills, but from different perspectives. Both professions require a strong academic background. OT requires a master’s degree and physical therapy requires a doctorate degree. Both…
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition where the nervous system does not process sensory input correctly. A person with SPD may have difficulty regulating their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in response to external stimuli that would normally be considered harmless or non-threatening. Occupational therapists work with children who have SPD to help them develop…