Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), a service of the Center for Rehabilitation, helps children facing the physical and social effects of illness, injury, and developmental or genetic disorders. Our occupational therapists work with your child to improve the ability to participate in everyday activities.
We work with patients in areas such as:
- Using their hands to grasp objects
- Strengthening muscles
- Learning or re-learning life skills like feeding themselves
We can:
- Recommend ways to adapt a home environment so a child can move around independently
- Train a child and caregiver to use special equipment
- And much more
Our caring team supports your child and your entire family every step of the way.
How we serve you
We evaluate and improve your child's ability to perform everyday skills, including:
- Developmental and life skills, such as feeding
- Thinking and visual perception
- Fine motor skills like reaching and grasping
- Processing sensory information
- Strength
- The use of assistive devices
- Strategies and techniques to compensate for physical limitations
- Aquatic therapy
- Functional vision
Meet your team
Every occupational therapist and certified occupational therapy assistant on your child’s team has the same goal: to see your child thrive.
Occupational therapy locations
Find locations where our pediatric occupational therapists work with children.
Our research
CHOP occupational therapists are regular contributors to clinical publications and presenters at regional and national meetings.
Occupational therapy resources
We have gathered resources to give you useful information, including transportation resources. We hope this makes your family's life a little easier.
Professional educational opportunities
Pre and post clinical educational opportunities for those training for a career in occupational therapy.
Patient stories
Events
Camp Rock for Kids Ages 8 to 17
Monday, Jul 14, 2025
Preparing for your child's appointment
How to schedule your child's occupational therapy appointment, and what will happen during and after the appointment.
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