October
| Web site: | http://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/maple-leaf/defence/2019/09/occupational-therapy-caf.html |
October is National Occupational Therapy month in Canada. OTs provide a variety of assessments and treatments, focusing on self-management and functional outcomes through a holistic approach. For example, OTs provide education on pacing strategy, cognitive rehabilitation and plan a gradual return to activities (fitness/duty) for a member suffering from a concussion. For a member presenting with an acute hand injury, OTs assess and treat by providing a splint and recommend assistive equipment to perform self-care and transfers safely and independently.
