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Our Experts' blog
Each month we focus on a specialist area of occupational therapy and invite one of our experts within that field to share their knowledge and insights.
The role of Occupational Therapy in Hand Trauma
Hand therapy is crucial for restoring function and improving quality of life for individuals recovering from hand injuries, as it addresses both the physical limitations and psychological impacts of trauma.
Addressing Handwriting Challenges in School-Aged Children
Occupational therapists are well-trained for analysing contributing factors impacting handwriting development and creating bespoke interventions and support plans for a child when required. In this article we look at the challenges and explore some of the solutions.
When is Occupational Therapy Right for Vocational Rehabilitation
In this article we explain why Occupational therapy is essential in vocational rehabilitation as it addresses the physical, mental, and environmental barriers that impact an individual's ability to return to work or retain meaningful employment.
A professional's guide to EHCPs for children with complex needs
The EHCP is an important component of a child's rehabilitation plan. In this article our aim is to provide contextual guidance to case managers and other supporting professionals on the purpose and application of EHCPs for children with complex needs.
CHARITIES: Neurological conditions and functional rehabilitation
In the fourth instalment of our Educational Series for charities we explore some of the most common neurological conditions that beneficiaries may encounter, covering some top-level clinical explanations of the conditions and the functional impact that they may have on daily life.
MHRA Bed Furniture Safety Alert: Navigating the journey to compliance
Paul, our Professional Head of Occupational Therapy, delves into some of the critical risk factors highlighted by the MHRA safety alert, exploring past experiences on bed rails risk assessments and The OT Practice's response to the alert as we support our clients navigating their journey to compliance.
CHARITIES: Major Adaptations – Understanding the DFG
In the third instalment of our Educational Series for charities we focus on the Disable Facilities Grant for major home adaptations, providing foundation knowledge and exploring how it can be used to help beneficiaries.
CHARITIES: Addressing basic needs - Minor aids and mobility solutions
In the second instalment of our Educational Series for charities we focus on addressing basic needs, exploring some of the common minor aids and mobility solutions an occupational therapist may recommend.
CHARITIES: Introduction to OT – common difficulties and finding solutions.
In this first instalment of our Educational Series for charities we start with an introduction to Occupational Therapy, providing context to future topics in the series and explaining when occupational therapists should be involved in grant provisions.
The Importance of Movement for Children With Disabilities
“Use it or lose it”, this is the fundamental conclusion of recent neuroscience studies, with the concept of neuroplasticity underpinning a new paradigm in rehabilitation. Literature highlights that in children, neuroplasticity capacity is at its highest and young children experience critical periods for brain development which rely on the interaction and input from their environments. Early intervention to facilitate this in children is key.
