Frequently Asked Questions
Occupational Therapists use a person-centred approach to support clients with returning to everyday life after an injury, illness, or disability.
The scope of Occupational Therapy is vast and operates from a physical, mental and emotional lens of treatment.
Respiratory Therapists specialize in supporting clients with acute and chronic respiratory diagnoses. Respiratory Therapists can help you better manage your diagnosis through education, breathing techniques and properly prescribed respiratory equipment.
Some examples of Respiratory Therapy services include:
– Oxygen assessment
– Ventilator management
– Artificial airway management
– Bronchial secretion management
– Smoking cessation education
– Pulmonary rehabilitation
– Self-management of respiratory diagnoses (e.g. COPD, CF)
– Respiratory equipment, medication and inhaler education
– Breath work to maintain or improve functional mobility
Rehab Assistants or Therapy Assistants carry out rehabilitation programs designed by rehabilitation professionals such as Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Rehabilitation programs are personalized and constantly re-evaluated by the supervising professional. Clients often form a strong connection with their rehab assistant or as they work with our team towards their rehab goals.