Unlocking Hidden Potential: Occupational Therapists' Creative Wrist Mobility Activities

⭐ In this video, we'll explore creative wrist mobility activities specifically designed for occupational therapists.

These techniques will help improve the range of motion and strength in the wrist extensors, making daily tasks easier for your patients.

Perfect for occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants or those looking for at-home exercises for their own wrist mobility!

Plus, learn how to properly document these interventions in your therapy notes.

⭐ The approach can be customized based on the patient’s needs.

Initially, performing the activity bilaterally can assist in facilitating and promoting mobility in the affected hand.

Incorporating bilateral exercises serves to enhance coordination between both hands, necessary for various functional activities.

As progress is achieved, transition to performing the activity unilaterally to focus on refining mobility 👐

⭐ Potential goals tied to this activity include:
…to fold laundry independently
…to return to playing golf
…to resume participation in gardening group

⭐ The important thing to remember is that your documentation needs to reflect your reasoning behind the activity and skill your provided 🧑‍⚕️

🌟 For more patient-centered activities AND documentation tips grab our FREE Skilled Care & Documentation Cheat Sheet for PTs and OTs!