Stacey Svette, BS, AS, COTA/L

It is not uncommon for those with chronic pain to experience frequent loss of balance or falls. Fear of falling can often cause individuals to limit their physical activity to avoid the chance of falling. Occupational therapy works to identify all the things that could be putting an individual at risk for falls and how they can prevent them in the future.It is also important to consider how chronic pain affects the emotional health, relationships, and motivation of those experiencing chronic pain. Occupational therapy can help individuals identify how these changes could be affecting their overall function. OT can teach individuals coping strategies that will allow them to better manage their pain and resulting stress.

The occupational therapy staff at PCET believe that each individual should have the knowledge and training to better manage their own conditions. Occupational therapy provides training based on each client’s specific needs. The mission of the PCET occupational therapy staff is to help individuals with chronic pain return to living their lives