occupational therapy
noun
: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (such as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning
occupational therapist
noun
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Retro-walking is also used in occupational therapy.
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 7 May 2024
Aaron's rehabilitation involved months of physical and occupational therapy, up to four days a week.
—Stephanie Colombini, NPR, 18 Apr. 2024
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 7 May 2024
Aaron's rehabilitation involved months of physical and occupational therapy, up to four days a week.
—Stephanie Colombini, NPR, 18 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for occupational therapy
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“Occupational therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/occupational%20therapy. Accessed 30 May. 2024.
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