Life can be stressful with so many things to think about, work, education, family, and social activities. There is always so much to do, and the last thing you need is to be hit by an illness or injury that can impair your abilities, add to your worries, and diminish your quality of life. […]
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The modern world is far removed from the hunter-gatherer societies of our ancestors. They certainly did not have the benefit of office technology, workplace ergonomic tips, or occupational therapists. Indeed, people are more likely to wield a keyboard than an axe or fire off an email instead of an arrow. Consequently, our workplaces tend to
Okay, now you understand the incredible benefits of regular quality sleep (and if you don’t, you can read this article now). If you have experienced an accident,injury or illness, an Occupational Therapist (OT) can help you regain a good sleep cycle. There are also lots of things you can do yourself. So, let’s look at
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Everybody loves getting into bed after a long day and sinking into a long night of slumber. The bed truly is an underrated luxury! Incredible as it seems, we spend up to a third of our days resting or sleeping, something we share with our ancestors. Previous generations’ bedtime was governed by the sun’s rising and
Do you work a desk job where you sit at least 8 hours a day? This sedentary behaviour can increase tension in your neck and shoulders, which can then get worse with poor posture. This often leaves office workers with pain or discomfort. Movements such as typing at a desk might seem low effort. However,
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A stranger walks into a bar and orders a drink. The barman starts chatting to him, and asks what he does. “I’m an occupational therapist, “ says the stranger. “Fantastic,” replies the barman, “can you find me a new job?” Many people have heard the term “occupational therapy” but are not certain what it means.
Everyone spends so much time talking about treating a disease or condition, yet glosses over what comes after. As much as we wish it weren’t true, your recovery journey does not end the minute your doctor gives you the “all clear.” You may be given permission to return to work and school or leave the
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Overview Trauma is a lasting emotional response after experiencing a distressing or disturbing event. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after someone experiences a traumatic event. While trauma and PTSD are often discussed together, they are not the same thing. What is Trauma? As mentioned above, trauma is the emotional
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With war comes devastation and loss. Occupational therapy became an important medical profession after the 1914-1918 World War. Soldiers came home from the war and experienced significant disruption in their lives, many of them impacted by physical disability and post-traumatic stress. To help them return to their lives and become more independent, soldiers were given
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Let me ask you a question ― what comes to your mind when you hear the words occupational therapy? Your initial thoughts could be that it is something related to finding an occupation or a job. Well, you’re close. However, occupational therapy isn’t just helping you with your job. Under the umbrella of occupational therapy,
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