The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process (also known as the Framework), an official document of the American Occupational Therapy Association, advocates terminology and a classification system for concepts that are central to the profession of occupational therapy. Its use has been advocated in practice, research, education, and communications with those who wish to know ...

M any writers have made us aware of the critical decline in occupational therapy prac­ titioners specializing in mental health practice (Cottrell, 1990; Friedland & Renwick, 1993). Before World War II, the majoriry of occupational therapists and therapy assistants practiced in men­ tal health, but by 1990, the percentage decreased to 11.8% (American Occupational Therapy Association [AOTAJ, 1991...

BACKGROUND Musculoskeletal disorders in developing countries are considered as main cause of occupational disorders and disability and highly associated with socioeconomic burden to individual, organization and society in general view. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and associated risk factors among Iranian steel workers. METHODS In a cr...

background: patients with schizophrenia can experience a deteriorated performance in many of the skills needed in daily life, the workplace, the family circle, or in social interactions.objective: this definitive study used comparison to evaluate the functionality, treatment compliance to therapy, and styles of coping with stress of schizophrenic patients who work and are members of an associat...

This year is the 50th anniversary of Occupational Therapy (OT) in Iran. This is a hallmark to reflect on our achievements and plan for the future. Iranian OT was established in 1971 in Shafa Rehabilitation Hospital [1]. I can imagine how many people who were the managers facilitating the foundation of the department or those who were overseas occupational therapists were excited at the time. Th...

Work related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are considered as the main cause of occupational complications and disability in developing countries. In Iranian steel companies, workers commonly are directly involved in the production process and physical activities such as manual material handling and awkward postures. Present study was performed for assessment of neck and back pain prevalence...

BACKGROUND The Occupation-Based Practice (OBP) is a central core of occupational therapy (OT).It refers to using a meaningful occupation based on the client's interests, needs, health and participation in daily life. This study aimed to explore the facilitators of implementing OBP among Iranian occupational therapists. METHODS Fourteen occupational therapists participated in this study. Data ...

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy 97 Acommon partnership in delivery of occupational therapy services is the one between the occupational therapist (OT) and the occupational therapy assistant (OTA). Although they work closely, each has separate roles and responsibilities: The primary role of the OTA is treatment implementation, whereas the OT is responsible for all aspects of the occ...

The selection of the theme for this special issue of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT)—social justice and health disparities—supports occupational therapy’s growing interest in addressing unjust inequities that limit opportunities for participation in society. Over the past two decades, the occupational therapy literature has examined societal issues that influence occupationa...

OBJECTIVE To identify patient factors that influence the amount, frequency and intensity of physical and occupational therapy received by patients each weekday within 14 days of stroke. DESIGN Exploration of data from studies conducted to monitor activity and therapy. PARTICIPANTS Stroke patients receiving active treatment (not for palliative care). Physiotherapists and occupational therapi...