It is a field of health care that focuses on enabling people with any ability to perform daily living, productivity and leisure activities through the development, recovery or compensation of necessary skills.
The occupational therapist identifies priority activities (self-care, work, fun, and leisure); In agreement with the patient and their family, assess existing and potential opportunities, as well as environmental resources or barriers.
Depending on the current situation and the individual needs of the person, the therapist develops effective techniques for performing priority activities and teaches them to both the patient and their family.
