Restoring Life and Independence Through Occupational Therapy

Life shines in the mundane. It consists of countless daily activities that most of us take for granted – buttoning a shirt, preparing a meal, writing a note—and everything that makes us independent functioning humans. However, these can become a task when illness, injury, or developmental challenges arise. That’s where occupational therapy (OT) at Advance Physical Therapy comes to the rescue, offering hope and therapy for patients struggling with life’s daily activities.

Occupational therapy is more than just job-related rehabilitation. The term “occupation” refers to any meaningful activity that occupies our time and contributes to our identity and sense of purpose. Our skilled occupational therapists work closely with clients of all ages to help them participate fully in the activities that matter most—whether playing with grandchildren, returning to work, or being independent at home or in social circles. Basically, we are a nexus of health care, helping people combat physical, cognitive, and sensory areas of life.

What makes our approach unique is its personalized treatment regime. Our vetted experts listen and empathize with your specific challenges and goals to curate a treatment plan, adapt tasks, modify environments, or develop new skills to help you function. For instance, we might help someone recovering from a stroke or multiple sclerosis, relearn cooking skills with adaptive equipment or work with a child with developmental delays to improve their handwriting and classroom participation. However, we also come to the forefront if you are trying to make sense of life and want to reset your button of independence. No matter the reason, we are an appointment away if you feel you are not getting enough from life.

Occupational therapy can be transformative for a wide range of challenges including:

• Fine and gross motor skills
• Balance 
• Writing skills
• Cognitive development
• Concentration and attention span 
• Sitting tolerance
• Visual processing
• Auditory attentiveness
• Self-care and regulation 
• Body awareness and emotional regulation 

Our treatment approaches are evidence-based and may include exercises to improve strength and coordination, training in the use of adaptive equipment, cognitive strategies, and environmental modifications. We practice real-life activities in our clinic’s specialized spaces, which simulate home and work environments. This ensures effective skills transfer. 

At Advance Physical Therapy, we understand that independence and participation in meaningful activities are fundamental to human dignity and well-being. Our occupational therapists are not just healthcare providers – we’re partners in your journey to reclaim or discover new ways to engage in life’s rituals.

Take the first step toward improved independence and quality of life by scheduling an occupational therapy consultation with our experienced team today.