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Occupational Therapy (OT)

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Introduction to Occupational Therapy (OT) at AHC

At Active Health Clinic, we understand that invisible illnesses often create unique challenges that can impact your ability to engage in daily life. Our occupational therapy services are designed to support individuals managing conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, POTS, Orthostatic Intolerance, Fibromyalgia, EDS, and Long COVID, helping you reclaim meaningful participation in the activities that matter most.

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What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy focuses on promoting health and wellbeing by empowering individuals to engage in the essential activities of daily life. These activities, known as "occupations," include:

Self-care tasks like showering, dressing, and meal preparation

Productive activities like education, work, or volunteering

Leisure or social activities such as hobbies and community involvement

How can Occupational Therapists Help?

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For those navigating the complexities of invisible illnesses, occupational therapists can identify strategies and adaptations to help manage symptoms, conserve energy and increase independence.

Our occupational therapists offer a tailored approach to meet your individual needs.

Standard Sessions may include

Developing personalised strategies for energy conservation and symptom management.

Modifying your environment to make daily tasks more accessible.

Educating and supporting you and your family in understanding and managing your condition.

Assessing and recommending assistive devices to enhance your independence.

Supporting transitions and adjustments in education, work, or social settings.

A Functional Capacity Assessment will include

A more in-depth Information Gathering phase than our 1:1 service (including assessments, observations in the home environment via Telehealth, and discussion/semi-formal interviews).

An accompanying report, which may support NDIS applications or help you gain a more in-depth understanding of your “functioning”. The complexities of situations vary from person to person, meaning that the duration time of report writing can also differ.

A typical FCA can take anywhere from 15-20 hours including 3 hours of assessments and estimated 12-17 hours of report writing.

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When Should I See an Occupational Therapist?

Occupational therapy can be particularly beneficial if your condition impacts your ability to perform everyday tasks, whether at home, work, or in social settings.

Examples of areas where occupational therapy can provide support include:

Managing daily living tasks, such as personal care or meal preparation.
Navigating multi-step responsibilities, like shopping, household management, or caregiving.
Adapting to changes in work, education, or leisure activities.
Building strategies for energy conservation, pacing, and symptom management.

• Improving participation in social and community activities.

Why Choose Active Health Clinic?

Our occupational therapists are trained to work specifically with invisible illnesses, ensuring a deep understanding of the unique challenges these conditions present.

Through compassionate, evidence-based care, we aim to empower you to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, despite the challenges of your condition.

Let us help you reconnect with the activities that bring joy and purpose to your life.

Contact us to learn more or book an appointment today.

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What Our Patients Are Saying

“For all the CFS and fibromyalgia suffers out there, time, patience and pacing only make us stronger. I send out love, courage, faith and healing. We can get better!”

- Lee-Anne, 33

Thanks to everyone at AHC for the program and for helping me get my life back. If you doubt if it works, or are afraid to believe that you can be well again, I challenge you: try it and prove it doesn’t work! What have you got to lose?

- Gail, 47

"Active Health Clinic, you are so understanding and compassionate for a terrible illness and I hope that many more will use your services on their path to recovery"

- John, 28

Medicare, Private Health, NDIS, & WorkCover

We accept CDM/EPC plans for Medicare rebates, private health insurance, NDIS, WorkCover, and TAC. Our admin team can provide more details and help you explore your options - contact us today to find out more!