What Is Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy helps people regain independence and confidence in everyday life, supporting them to perform meaningful activities safely and effectively after illness, injury, or long-term health conditions.
How We Can Support You
Occupational therapy (OT) is a specialist health profession focused on helping individuals regain independence, confidence, and functional ability in everyday life. Occupational therapists work with people of all ages to address physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges following illness, injury, stroke, or long-term health conditions.
At OT Rehab & Recovery Specialists, we support adults who are experiencing functional limitations that impact daily activities, including individuals who are:
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Recovering from stroke, brain, or spinal injury
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Living with upper-limb or hand dysfunction
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Experiencing reduced independence after illness, surgery, or long-term conditions
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Facing stalled progress following discharge from healthcare services
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Seeking guidance to regain confidence, participation, and quality of life at home or in the community.
Our approach is personalised, evidence-informed, and focused on meaningful outcomes, helping clients rebuild skills, adapt daily routines, and achieve independence in tasks that matter most to them.
Who do we help :
These are some of the common challenges occupational therapists support clients with ; however, we assist people with a wide variety of issues that can impact independence in daily life. If you don’t see the information you need here, please call us to speak with a member of our team.
Reduced mobility & increase falls
Daily planning activities
Seating & equipment needs
Increased fatigue levels
Memory challenges
Upper limb weakness
Self-care & independence skills
Balance & Coordination
Sensory challenges
Our Philosophy
At OT Rehab & Recovery Specialists, our practice is centred on function, participation, and real-life outcomes, rather than isolated exercise or impairment-based intervention alone.
Our approach is:
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Client-centred – rehabilitation programmes are tailored to individual goals, values, roles, and daily contexts
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Function-led – intervention prioritises meaningful activities that translate directly into everyday life
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Evidence-informed – clinical reasoning and intervention are guided by current occupational therapy research and best practice.
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Recovery-oriented – supporting continued progress beyond short-term or episodic care models.
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Wellness-integrated – promoting long-term participation, confidence, and quality of life.
Our process :
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Initial Contact & Enquiry
Reach out to discuss your needs or those of a loved one. We listen carefully to understand your goals, challenges, and priorities.
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Comprehensive Assessment
We assess physical, cognitive, and functional abilities in your home or remotely, identifying areas for improvement and setting clear, achievable goals.
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Personalised Rehabilitation Plan
Based on your assessment, we create a tailored plan designed to improve function, confidence, and independence. Plans include targeted activities, exercises, and environmental adaptations.
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Implementation & Support
Therapy is delivered in person or remotely, with regular reviews to track progress, adjust goals, and ensure outcomes are meaningful in your everyday life.
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Ongoing Guidance & Empowerment
We equip you and your support network with strategies, education, and tools to maintain progress long-term, fostering independence beyond our sessions.