Forgetfulness & memory problems

With the academic year commencing, it is important to remember that people with difference face challenges when returning to school or commencing university. How does Neurodiversity, a condition that has received an increase in conversation in recent months, affect students returning to school? Hear from our expert OT Lisa, as she answers how.

Fatigue is something that is part of most of our client’s rehabilitation journeys. OT's work with clients to break down tasks & build strategic rehabilitation programmes whilst managing the need for rest & recuperation allowing clients to realise their goals & stretch their capabilities.

This guide has been put together to assist Case Managers understand the services an occupational therapist with a neurology specialism can offer a person with neurological impairments.

In this case study Lucas has sustained an head injury resulting in multiple impairments including cognitive and some physical difficulties. Here we can see how an OT can help with neuro rehabilitation using a goal centred approach.

In this case study we meet George and his family, an OT Practice client that needed home modifications after discharge from a rehabilitation setting. Caroline Pomeroy analyses the collaboration between statutory and private therapists with respect to the solutions that were implemented for George and his family.

This case study tells the story of Hannah, one of our clients at The OT Practice. Referred by her case manager, Hannah and her OT worked together to ensure that assistive technology was used practically and appropriately to achieve her goals of independence. Hannah has kindly agreed to allow us to share her story

In this article we explore the clinical governance, uses and benefits of assistive technology. A widely used term but what does it actually mean and how can it be used to benefit your clients?