Occupational Therapy Rehab Petersham Inner West

Occupational therapy focuses on restoring or improving your capacity to carry out daily activities affected by illness, injury, or disability, aiming to enhance your independence in these tasks.

At Royal Rehab LifeWorks Petersham, our occupational therapist collaborates with you to identify your specific needs and devise a personalised therapy plan to attain your objectives. Whether it involves self-care, household responsibilities such as cooking and cleaning, community engagement through transportation, returning to work or studies, or participating in leisure activities, our goal is to provide comprehensive support on your path to increased independence and well-being.

Your occupational therapist will work closely alongside you to understand your rehabilitation goals and evaluate your specific needs. Following this, they will design a customised program just for you, with a focus on enhancing your capacity to carry out everyday tasks as independently as possible.  This program may include:

• Practicing various methods or techniques to enhance your skills in day-to-day activities.
• Cognitive strategies to support your mental skills.
• Therapy to enhance arm and hand movement and function, addressing issues such as muscle stiffness, movement control challenges, and problems with strength and precise hand motions.
• Recommending tools or equipment that can make your daily tasks easier to manage.
• If necessary, suggesting modifications to your home environment to ensure safer movement around the home.