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Occupational therapy practice: focusing on occupational performance

C M Baum1, M Law

  • 1Program in Occupational Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri 63108, USA.

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
|April 1, 1997
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Occupational therapy practitioners are shifting focus to long-term health and community well-being. By emphasizing occupational performance and collaboration, they aim to improve client health and reduce healthcare costs.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Occupational Therapy

Background:

  • Healthcare systems are evolving, necessitating a focus on long-term health and preventative behaviors.
  • Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) must engage in community-based initiatives to promote public health.
  • Canadian OTPs were challenged to develop effective systems for improving client health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of Canadian occupational therapy practitioners in developing community-focused health systems.
  • To highlight the importance of occupational performance in client engagement and health promotion.
  • To advocate for a sociomedical approach in occupational therapy practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of Canadian occupational therapy practitioners' experiences over 15 years.

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  • Focus on client-centered and family-centered practice models.
  • Emphasis on collaborative practice with individuals and community stakeholders.

    • Main Results:

    • Occupational therapy practice has evolved to address long-term health needs and promote healthy behaviors.
    • Focusing on occupational performance enhances client engagement in life activities.
    • Collaborative efforts with community members are crucial for removing social disadvantages.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational therapy must adopt a sociomedical perspective to effectively build healthy communities.
    • Practitioners play a vital role in integrating services that promote, protect, and improve public health.
    • Client-centered and community-integrated approaches are key to successful occupational therapy outcomes.