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OTs Role
Occupational Therapists role in the workplace can be either individualized or system-wide. They evaluate the environment, work interests, demands, risk factors, and functional skills required for job completion. They can then make recommendations for workplace improvement or assist individuals in rehabilitation for their return to work after an injury. They also assist in retirement planning.

Low tech options
- Wheelchair ramps
- Seating inserts for adequate posture
- Stand up desks
- Anti-fatigue matting
- Communication boards

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High tech options
- Building security alarm
- Simulated work environments
- Customized keyboards
- Bluetooth/ wireless headsets
- Noise cancelling headsets
- Alternative communication methods: text vs. talk for the hearing impaired, or vice versa for those with poor vision.

Resources
International Ergonomics Association
- Video of self-assessment

Job Accommodation Network

OT in the workplace

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OTs Role
Occupational Therapists are committed to evaluating and recommending useful assistive devices for children and adolescents. These devices should compliment or enhance functional skills, communication, and play.

Low tech options
- printed daily schedules
- visual labels
- sippy cups
- Adapted toilet seat
- Bath seat

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High tech options
- Educational videogames
- Word prediction for typing
- Sound machines to improve focus or relaxation
- Interactive read aloud books
- AAC devices

Resources
Visual planner and social stories

Online learning resource

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OTs Role
Occupational therapists can assist individuals in achieving occupational balance and are educated in health promotion,  eliminating health disparities, developing healthy habits, and creating environments that promote healthy living. OTs can also help people manage chronic conditions and aid in healthcare literacy.

Low tech options
- Physical activity guideline
books (see link below)
- Adjustable dumbbells
- Weighted blankets to improve sleep
- Heating pads and ice packs for inflammation and pain management (see video for instructions)
- Compression garments

High tech options
- Wellness apps for cell phones
- Pedometer and calorie tracker
- Noom app for weight loss
- Motion pillow to prevent snoring and aid sleep apnea
- Mattress with adjustable firmness, temperature, and positioning
- Cove: internal vibrations for improved sleep

Resources
American College of Sports Medicine physical activity guidelines

EBP Resources for health and wellness

My Fitness Pal activity tracker

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OTs Role
OTs role here is to evaluate the individual's skills, goals, and environment, and recommend assistive equipment for them to regain, develop, or enhance skills necessary for daily functioning and to maximize independence.

Low tech options
- Shower grab bar
- Widened door knob attachments
- Walkers/ crutches
- Splints
- Built up handles on silverware

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High tech options
- Mechanical prosthetics
- Sip and puff attachments on a wheelchair
- Motorized scooter
- Speech generating devices
- Eye gaze detection

Video demonstrating the use of a sip and puff joystick to operate a computer

Resources
AT available for different disabilities

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OTs Role
OTs here can provide educational materials and databases that are available for individuals and other professionals to utilize for the purpose of advocating for a cause or analyzing new research.

Low tech options
- Peer reviewed journals
- Textbooks
- Advocacy form letters
- Brochures on advocacy tips
- Critically appraised topics

High tech options
- Online database
- Online video communications
- Statistical analysis software
- Research 101 educational video
- AOTA advocacy website

Resources
How to use SPSS for statistical analysis

Zoom

AOTA Political Action Committee

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OTs Role
During the aging process, OTs are available to educate and assist older adults in maintaining their independence to keep them living safely at home for as long as possible.

Low tech options
- Magnifying reading glasses
- Medical ID bracelet/ necklace
- Weekly pill organizer
- Light-weight cooking pans
- Rollator with seat and basket

High tech options
- Voice activated phone access (video set-up)
- Stair lift
- Talk to text
- Life Alert safety devices
- Hearing aids

Resources
Lifestyle accommodation and modification ideas

Tips for remaining in the home

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OTs Role
OTs role in providing AT to people struggling with mental health is to help them identify alternative means of coping with emotions and managing stress. These methods can include basic grounding techniques with sensory stimulation to in-depth therapist guided meditation.

Low tech options
- Personal journal
- Self help books
- Stress ball
- Sensory blanket
- Meditation coloring books

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High tech options
- Meditation apps with guided stress management and breathing techniques.
- Online DBT activities (see link below)
- Cell phone daily affirmation reminders
- Sensory deprivation rooms
- ASMR videos

Sample ASMR video

Resources
ASMR relaxation Youtube channel

CALM phone app

DBT Explained