Occupational therapists help people improve their ability to perform essential daily activities. They work with individuals who have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function.

Physical exercises target problem areas and improve dexterity and usage of the damaged region of the body. They emphasize and focus on the importance of advances in a patient’s

• development
• recovery
• maintenance of daily living and work skills

The goal of an occupational therapist is to help their clients have independent, productive, and satisfying lives.