Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is used in treating Traumatic Brain Injury during many phases of recovery and rehabilitation. Occupational therapy may be involved in providing sensory, motor, and positioning supports during periods of coma. As the patient improves and re-gains skills, occupational therapy eases the process and re-teaches skills ranging from basic self-care, to complex cognitive skills such as memory and problem solving.

Occupational therapy works with individuals no matter their age. In addition to traditional medical settings, occupational therapists and see people recovering from TBI in birth-to-three early intervention programs, in public school settings, as job coaches, and as part of community mental health.

A recent study of occupational therapy intervention with clients having acquired brain injuries has shown that the more the patient is involved with planning their treatment, the better the outcome. Encourage your loved one to be involved in their occupational therapy.

Recovery Hints

• Avoid blows to the head. Protect yourself from further head injury. Repeated brain injury leads to serious problems later in life.
• Get plenty of rest and eat well.
• Do not rush. Gradually ease into normal routine and consult with your doctor concerning driving and returning to work and/or school.
• Avoid activities or sports that could lead to re-injury until physician approves.
• Take only medications approved by a doctor.
• Do not drink alcoholic beverages. They may slow the recovery process.
• Discuss important decisions with family or close friends.
• Learn to write things down if you are having memory problems.

If you or a loved one is undergoing occupational therapy for a traumatic brain injury through the negligence or carelessness of others, you may be entitled to compensation.

The assistance of an experienced Traumatic Brain Injury lawyer can help you find the answers you need and get the compensation you deserve. The filing of a lawsuit may help you recover financial damages to help you with the continuing medical bills and compensate you for your physical and mental suffering. Don't risk your health and peace of mind.