Occupational therapy

Occupational therapy is an important form of therapy for children and young people with disabilities. The aim of occupational therapy is to improve the everyday life of children with motor, sensory, cognitive or psychological impairments and to promote their independence in daily life.

In occupational therapy for children, an individual treatment concept is developed that is tailored to the child's needs and abilities. Playful and creative methods are used to motivate the child and encourage their attention.

Occupational therapy can be used for various disabilities. For children with sensory disorders, occupational therapy can help to improve the processing of sensory stimuli and thus increase perception and attention. Children with motor impairments can be helped by occupational therapy to improve their fine and gross motor skills and thus, for example, to grasp or write better. Occupational therapy can also help children with cognitive or mental impairments to improve their everyday skills and promote their independence.

Occupational therapy includes various exercises and techniques that are tailored to the child's needs. These include, for example, hand skills and writing exercises, fine motor skills and coordination training as well as balance and movement training. The adaptation of aids or advice for parents and relatives can also be part of occupational therapy.

Overall, occupational therapy is an important form of therapy for children and young people with disabilities in order to promote their independence in everyday life and improve their abilities. Occupational therapy can help children to lead a self-determined life and participate in social life.