occupational therapy
Be mobile. Discover effective pain management and proven rehabilitation programs with our expert Occupational Therapists.
Be supported to regain independence at home
With OT guidance, you can regain independence for activities of daily living, mobility and home safety.
Our Occupational Therapists apply specialised knowledge of spinal cord injury and neurological conditions to support you in achieving your goals and navigating challenges. We can support you from the comfort of your home or see you in our Dulwich therapy rooms.
estara’s specialised occupational therapy services include:
Personal support:
- Functional capacity assessments
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- Complex postural assessments
- Pressure care management and mapping
- Support needs assessments
- Transfer assessments and plans
- Lifestyle advice and support
Equipment and environment support:
- Assistive technologies
- Complex equipment prescription
- Wheelchair advice and training
- Seating assessments
- Home modifications
- Environmental assessments
We will advocate for you and equip you with the latest knowledge to reach your potential, collaborating with your existing support network for your holistic wellbeing. If you are currently hospitalised, we can also support you with discharge planning.
Gain tools and techniques to participate in work and the community
Our team utilises innovative technologies to ensure your streamlined inclusion in everyday work and community activities. We can support you with:
- Virtual reality (VR) therapy for pain management
- Vehicle modifications
- Driving aids
- Handcycling assessment and prescription
- Sport wheelchair equipment and prescription
- Other assistive technologies
Our driver assessments are delivered by driver-trained OT’s who understand your unique needs. We can work with you to implement safe driving strategies, practice using specialised driving equipment, or regain your licence after medical suspension.
Ask about occupational therapy
Ask your questions about OT and find out how occupational therapy can help with disability and spinal cord injury management.
Send my enquiry
Frequently asked questions
Depending on your NDIS plan or other funding source, occupational therapy may be covered.
Our Support Coordinators can guide you in understanding your NDIS plan and connect the support it encompasses.
To receive funded occupational therapy send an enquiry, including information about your NDIS plan, the Allied Health or Occupational Therapy allowance, or Improved Daily Living Budget and your NDIS goals.
Ask your doctor to provide information to help our OTs plan the support that will most benefit you.
Support and guidance to live a full life
“I don’t know how I would have gone about the process of finding a vehicle without Occupational Therapist Lloyd.”