Occupational therapy is an important part of almost every stroke rehabilitation program. The primary role of the occupational therapist (OT) is to assist their patients to have the maximum independence in as many areas of their life as possible.
After a stroke
After a stroke, the OT will work mainly on helping the stroke survivor perform their personal "activities of daily living" – such as eating, grooming, dressing and using the restroom. Often the stroke survivor will have to learn to compensate for hemiplegia, where one side of the body is very weak or paralyzed. They also may recommend any home modifications that are required for safety or maximum independence.
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