occupational therapy
noun
: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (such as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning
occupational therapist
noun
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Its services include routine check-ups and wellness exams, chronic disease management, preventative screenings, acute illness treatment, women’s health services (excluding obstetrics), on-site labs, senior care, minor injury treatment and physical and occupational therapy.
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2025
Megan Cole was in graduate school for occupational therapy, often working with patients who suffered traumatic brain injuries from suicide attempts, when her aunt died by firearm suicide in 2014.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
During the day, he'll get pulled for occupational therapy, physical therapy and vision therapy.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 19 June 2025
After leaving the hospital, Odum’s son needed physical and occupational therapy and constant medical attention, the suit states.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2025
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2025
Megan Cole was in graduate school for occupational therapy, often working with patients who suffered traumatic brain injuries from suicide attempts, when her aunt died by firearm suicide in 2014.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
During the day, he'll get pulled for occupational therapy, physical therapy and vision therapy.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 19 June 2025
After leaving the hospital, Odum’s son needed physical and occupational therapy and constant medical attention, the suit states.
—Bella Waters, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for occupational therapy
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“Occupational therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/occupational%20therapy. Accessed 27 Jul. 2025.
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