Yda Smith, University of Utah professor of Occupational & Recreational Therapies, began this partnership with the IRC in 2003 and has continued to oversee the program since. “I love this program ...

Physical and occupational therapy for pneumonia patients in the acute care setting lowers hospital readmission and mortality risk, a recent research article says. For adults, pneumonia is a ...

Specialized hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and home health agencies provide rehab therapy. Insurers may limit the services ...

Navigating the labyrinth of post-acute care can be daunting for families seeking to ensure their loved ones receive quality ...

Managed care penetration of the Medicare population is as high 90% and more in many areas of the country, and its growth is certain to accelerate and expand. Post-acute care (PAC) also now has ...

Occupational therapy can greatly benefit children with developmental delays. ... You might see one of these health care providers after you've had an injury or illness that affected your movement.

After graduating from that program in 2015 and earning her OTR/L credential, she began her occupational therapy career in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation. Yet, she always knew that her future ...

HONOLULU - April is Occupational Therapy Month! On Apr. 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., stop by the Occupational Therapy Clinic Open House at Tripler Army Medical Center to learn more about what ...

Similarities Between OT and PT. Occupational therapy and physical therapy have some things in common. Treatment plans. OTs and PTs evaluate clients and offer custom care plans.

Occupational therapy: OT helps individuals perform activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, or cooking. Therapists take a holistic view — addressing physical, cognitive ...