Transcript Worldparkinsonday2010

NAJMA ADAM
LECTURER OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
School of Occupational Therapy
DOW UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Occupational Therapy
HELPING PEOPLE TO HELP
THEMSELVES
Occupational Therapy Interventions
 Increase and maintain independence in activities
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of daily living (ADL’s)
Increase mobility & co-ordination
Caregiver education
Organized environment
Energy conservation
Adaptive Equipment
 Increase dexterity & fine motor coordination
Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s)
Basic ADL’s
Self care
 Feeding
 Grooming
 Dressing
 Bathing
 Personal hygiene
 Toileting
Instrumental ADL’s
Interaction with physical environment
 Putting things away & getting things
out of the closet
 Telephoning
 Written communication
 Using paper money, checks or coins
 Using books, newspapers &
entertainment equipments
 Using public/private transportation
 Leisure activities
Dressing:
Eating :
Bathing:
Correct positioning.
Home Safety and Management
Home Safety and Management
Writing:
Writing aids:
Physical Therapy Interventions
Exercises
 ROM
 Stretching
 Active
 Weight shifting
 Transfer
 Posture & Balance
 Treadmill training
 Cycling
 Walking
 Strength & Flexibility
Mobility & Co-ordination
Aim
(1) Gait
(2) Balance
(3) Transfers
1. Gait:
Initiating Movement
2. Balance:-
3.Transfers:
Speech Therapy Intervention
 Swallowing disorders
 Cognitive changes
Alternative Therapies
 Music Therapy
 Dance
 Tai Chi
 Cognitive Challenges
 Daily Exercise
 Vitamin/Mineral Supplements
ALWAYS CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE
BEGINNING
TAKE HOME MESSAGE
Be a fighter and never lose hope
Thank you