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Pretoria Occupational Therapy

An Occupational Therapist in Pretoria

What is occupational therapy?

Occupational therapy (OT) is a holistic healthcare profession focused on helping individuals of all ages participate in activities or occupations in their daily lives. These activities can include self-care tasks, work, play and social interactions. OT Pretoria hires trained professional occupational therapists who assess the physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors that influence a person's ability to perform these activities.

Our occupational therapy goals

The primary goal of OT Pretoria is to enable individuals to live life to the fullest by promoting independence, improving functional abilities, and enhancing their overall quality of life. OTs work with clients to develop personalised plans that address their unique needs, challenges, and goals. These plans may involve the following steps:
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1. Evaluation and Assessment

We conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the strengths and shortcomings in our clients' abilities. We consider physical abilities, sensory processing, cognitive function, emotional well-being, and environmental factors.

2. Treatment and Intervention

Based on assessment findings, OT Pretoria will develop tailored treatment plans aimed at enhancing our client's ability to perform daily activities. Treatment may include therapeutic exercises, adaptive techniques, and environmental modifications.

3. Skill Development

We focus on developing and improving specific skills necessary for independent living and participation in desired activities. This may involve training in activities of daily living, such as dressing, grooming, and meal preparation, as well as work-related and social skills.

4. Sensory Integration

For individuals with sensory processing difficulties, OT Pretoria will employ sensory integration techniques to help regulate sensory input and improve functional performance. This may involve sensory-based activities aimed at enhancing sensory processing and motor coordination.

5. Education and Training

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In summary, OT Pretoria is a client-centered institution aimed at helping individuals overcome obstacles, develop skills, and regain independence in their daily lives. By addressing physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors, we empower clients to engage meaningfully in activities that are important to you to improve your quality of life.

Why Choose Us?

We are a team of dedicated occupational therapists passionate about enabling our clients to live life to the full despite challenges.

Our team has several years of experience in various aspects of occupational therapy, enabling us to assist many people in Pretoria who struggle to perform basic to advanced tasks.

Experienced Team

Led by certified professionals, our team brings years of expertise to every session.

Personalized Approach

Every individual is unique. Our therapy plans are tailored to meet distinct needs.

Holistic Care

Beyond physical, we nurture the emotional and mental well-being of our clients.

Certifications

Bsc (Occupational Therapy) | Msc (Occupational Therapy) | HPCSA Registration | OTASA Registration

Forms of occupational therapy

There are various forms of occupational therapy, many of which are offered by OT Pretoria. These include the following:

Occupational Therapy for children from the neonatal stage to their teenage years. This is often necessary for children who have trouble managing school, developmental disorders, vision or hearing issues, and more.

This form of occupational therapy treats patients who have suffered from strokes, brain injuries, cerebral palsy, or other neurological conditions.

This form of occupational therapy helps ageing patients maintain their quality of life and independence as they age or after accidents.

This form of occupational therapy assists patients with rehabilitative therapy after significant surgeries, accidents, or illnesses. This is intended to help patients improve their quality of life after debilitating conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Our occupational therapists assist patients in improving their quality of life and maintaining their independence using the abovementioned methods.

The role of an occupational therapist is to provide patients with education, therapies, and other forms of assistance to help them perform their daily activities.

OT Pretoria assists South Africans in performing their daily activities, helping them maintain their quality of life and independence.

Obtaining an occupational therapist qualification takes four years, as is the case with most universities in South Africa.

Each university offering occupational therapy courses will have its own requirements, though generally, you will need an APS score of at least 30 on your matric certificate with Mathematics.

One of the highest paying fields in OT is geriatrics OT.

Physical rehabilitation after surgery or a major injury is just one example of occupational therapy.

While there is substantial overlap in the goals and conditions treated by both occupational therapists and physiotherapists they are different. OT aims to improve the motor skills needed to perform daily tasks, while PT focuses on improving or restoring movement, strength, and range of motion.

It is called occupational therapy, intended to allow people to pursue activities with which they occupy time, referred to as occupations.

Many major universities in South Africa offer occupational therapy courses. These include the University of Cape Town, the University of the Witwatersrand, the University of Stellenbosch, and more.

The average salary for occupational therapists in South Africa, according to payscale.com, is R285,626/per year.

There is currently a high demand for occupational therapists in South Africa in the public and private sector.

While admission requirements are unique to each university, you will generally require an APS score of at least 30 to study OT at most universities in South Africa.