Occupational Therapist assess clients functional abilities in order to manage pain and maintain independence through the following preventive strategies:

Arthritic Joint Preservation

• Maintain Joint Mobility
• Prevent Joint Deformity
• Maintain or Increase Strength
• Maintain or Increase Functional Ability
• Balance Activity and Rest (Energy Conservation)
• Problem Solving to Modify Daily Activities
• Help Adjust to Chronic Disability

Repetitive strain injuries:

• Teaching Body Biomechanics/Positioning Strategies in order to prevent re-injury for clients with back, knees, and hip issues.