Introduction
Occupational Therapists are involved in the rehabilitation of people with physical, psychological and social problems. The aim of the therapy is to restore functional ability enabling the patient to be as independent as possible in their everyday lives, whilst recovering from illness or adapting to disability.
Contact Details
| Contact | Phone |
|---|---|
| Nicola Jackson, Senior Occupational Therapist | 01 6639893 |
| Fionnuala Sheahan, Senior Occupational Therapist | 01 6639893 |
| Trish Caren, Senior Occupational Therapist | 01 6639839 |
| occtherapy@stmichaels.ie |
Services Provided
The Occupational Therapy (O.T.) Department provides an inpatient service to patients in St. Michael’s Hospital. The Occupational Therapist works as part of the multi disciplinary team to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and discharge planning. They provide a referral service on to the Occupational Therapy services in the community.
An Occupational Therapist has been a member of the Cardiac Rehabilitation team since this programme was established in 2001.The O.T. is involved in the area of Stress Management, which includes discussion and education both in groups and individually. Practical Relaxation Techniques are also taught. Weekly routines and planning activities of Daily Living are also part of the programme.
There is regular Occupational Therapy input into the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programme, run on site in St. Michael’s Hospital.