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Restoring independence: How occupational therapy rebuilds life, one task at a time
Beyond physical rehabilitation, occupational therapists also work closely with psychologists and psychiatrists, particularly for patients dealing with trauma, burns or sudden changes in appearance.
At a ward in Kenyatta National Hospital, clinical occupational therapist Mikie Baron moves between bedsides and rehabilitation spaces, guiding patients through everyday tasks that have become difficult or impossible.
For many patients, illness, injury, or childbirth disrupts routines that once felt automatic. Simple actions such as walking, bathing, using their hands, and managing pain suddenly become difficult.
