Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about occupational therapy:

1. Is occupational therapy appropriate for treating my condition?
   
   
2. How do I find an occupational therapist? Do you recommend any particular therapist or facility?
   
   
3. How can occupational therapy help me?
   
   
4. Are there specific treatments or goals you want my occupational therapy to address?
   
   
5. Are there any weight-bearing activities, exercises, physical agents or other things my therapy should not include?
   
   
6. For a hand or arm injury, do you recommend I see a certified hand therapist?
   
   
7. For how long will I need occupational therapy? How long will my sessions last, and how many times a week?
   
   
8. What measures can I take outside of my therapy to reduce my pain and increase function?
   
   
9. Can an occupational therapist recommend assistive or adaptive equipment to help my condition?
   
   
10. What other treatments might help me?