Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Pediatric occupational therapy promotes motor and sensory development for integration into functional life skills.

Those who may benefit from therapy include individuals with:

Participants in therapy will see improvements in handwriting, hand and upper extremity skills and self-care skills, including feeding and dressing.

Preparing for Occupational Therapy

Your child will need a physician’s referral to set up an initial evaluation appointment.

What to Bring

child working with OSF HealthCare pediatric occupational rehabilitation specialistPlease ensure your child is wearing comfortable clothing and shoes and bring the following:

  • Your insurance and a photo ID
  • Any adaptive equipment your child requires or has been issued
  • Any medical documentation you feel is important and that may not be available to the therapist
  • A copy of your child’s IEP if they are receiving therapy at school

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Please arrive about 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit to complete the registration process. For children under age 18, a parent or guardian must be present for the initial appointment.