Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is a health profession specializing in returning people to their jobs and activities following injuries, disease, or physical disability. The goal of occupational therapy, (OT), is to assist patients in reaching their maximum performance level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Occupational therapy uses physical agent modalities such as splints, adaptive equipment, exercise, and ergonomic instruction to improve function after injuries and illnesses. Occupational therapy patients may have need for services for conditions involving carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, hand injuries, hip replacements, shoulder injuries, back injuries, cerebral palsy, strokes, and other neurological disorders.

At Scott County Hospital, occupational therapy services are offered on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Services are provided upon referral of a physician or by contacting Sarah Hawkins in the OT department at 620/872-5811. Occupational therapy treatments are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most other insurance carriers as a recognized form of medical treatment.