Bio Product Guide » activity strategy training http://www.bioproductguide.com/blog A comprehensive guide to bio products for medical professionals Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:56:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 Occupational therapy can help OA patients http://www.bioproductguide.com/blog/2008/10/29/occupational-therapy-can-help-oa-patients/ http://www.bioproductguide.com/blog/2008/10/29/occupational-therapy-can-help-oa-patients/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:28:46 +0000 Jim Marino http://www.bioproductguide.com/blog/2008/10/29/occupational-therapy-can-help-oa-patients/ Physical activity is beneficial for osteoarthritis patients as exercise keeps the joints in good health. However, osteoarthritis makes even daily activities, challenging. A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan Health System has suggested that an approach, led by occupational therapy, called activity strategy training can help such people to live a more healthy and active life. Patients are educated about proper body mechanics, environmental barriers and joint protection.

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