Go offline with the Player FM app!
Hands On Help, How OT Transforms Parkinson’s Care with OT Charlene Foote
Manage episode 498391340 series 3446420
In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at how occupational therapy supports individuals living with Parkinson’s disease—not just in the clinic, but in their day-to-day lives.
We’re joined by Charlene Foote, a skilled occupational therapist who specializes in neurorehabilitation. Charlene shares how she helps patients manage daily activities impacted by Parkinson’s, from dressing and cooking to handwriting and energy conservation. We’ll explore practical interventions, adaptive strategies, and the importance of early engagement in therapy.
If you’re a rehab professional, caregiver, or someone impacted by Parkinson’s, this episode offers valuable insights into the critical role of OT in promoting independence, safety, and quality of life.
Please be sure to follow us on Instagram @medstarhealthpt and email: [email protected] with any questions or podcast ideas! Thank you for listening!
162 episodes
Manage episode 498391340 series 3446420
In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at how occupational therapy supports individuals living with Parkinson’s disease—not just in the clinic, but in their day-to-day lives.
We’re joined by Charlene Foote, a skilled occupational therapist who specializes in neurorehabilitation. Charlene shares how she helps patients manage daily activities impacted by Parkinson’s, from dressing and cooking to handwriting and energy conservation. We’ll explore practical interventions, adaptive strategies, and the importance of early engagement in therapy.
If you’re a rehab professional, caregiver, or someone impacted by Parkinson’s, this episode offers valuable insights into the critical role of OT in promoting independence, safety, and quality of life.
Please be sure to follow us on Instagram @medstarhealthpt and email: [email protected] with any questions or podcast ideas! Thank you for listening!
162 episodes
All episodes
×Welcome to Player FM!
Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.