What conditions does occupational therapy treat?

Occupational therapy can be used to treat a wide range of conditions. It is frequently used in conjunction with other types of treatment for patients of all ages. Some of the most common reasons for using occupational therapy for children are as follows:

Burns
Spina bifida
Traumatic amputations
Cancer
Severe hand injuries
Multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and other chronic illnesses
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
Mental health or behavioral problems
Broken bones or other orthopedic injuries
Birth injuries or birth defects
Sensory processing disorders
Traumatic injuries to the brain or spinal cord
Learning problems
Autism
Developmental delays
Post-surgical conditions

If your child suffers from any of the conditions listed above, make an appointment with Maximum Rehabilitation Services in Chicago, IL, Evergreen Park, IL, or Munster, IN today.