occupational therapy

noun

: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (such as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning

occupational therapist noun

Examples of occupational therapy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The company provides services for autism, counseling, education, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy and psychological needs. — Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026

Other boards cover fields such as social work, acupuncture and occupational therapy, among others. — Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 15 Sep. 2026

At one point, Eaton was managing more than 150 doctor’s appointments a year, 49 specialists, years of medical records, genetic testing, bloodwork, physical and occupational therapy and countless trips to Boston Children’s Hospital. — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026

The treatment combines traditional physical and/or occupational therapy with an implantable device that helps stimulate a key nerve used in many motor functions. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for occupational therapy

• brachytherapy
• chemotherapy
• cryotherapy
• hydrotherapy
• hypnotherapy
• monotherapy
• phototherapy
• psychotherapy
• sclerotherapy
• immunotherapy
• pharmacotherapy
• physiotherapy

Medical Definition

occupational therapy

noun

: therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life (as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction) especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities despite impairments or limitations in physical or mental functioning