IN-HOME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH ALS
In-home occupational therapy for ALS patients includes a personalized care plan, training in adaptive techniques and equipment recommendations to improve daily life.
Elements of In-Home Occupational Therapy
Therapeutic Interventions
Therapeutic interventions including modalities like taping, thermal application, education, monitoring, training and home exercise program development can help people manage the physical changes associated with their personal ALS journey.
Adaptive Techniques
Training in adaptive techniques to support activities of daily living can equip people with ALS to continue completing job functions, enjoying hobbies and participating in other meaningful and purposeful activities.
Home Adaptations
Maintaining mobility is a top priority for people with neurological deficits. To do so, it’s important to assess the home environment to determine safe and effective ways to move around the house, leverage existing equipment and make appropriate choices in purchases and plans.
Caregiver Training
Family members, friends and hired aides are essential to helping people living with ALS and can benefit from specific instruction and assistance. Caregiver training can include equipment use and handling techniques as well as other support methods.
Product & Equipment Recommendations
Choosing appropriate and useful equipment is an essential part of therapeutic intervention. Personalized recommendations based on a patient’s needs can improve outcomes and contribute to a beneficial care plan.
Location-Specific Adaptations
Outside of the home, at work or at additional sites like friends’ or family members’ homes, working through techniques and location-specific adaptations can increase independence for people living with ALS.