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Occupational Therapists (OTs) are here to empower children and young people to develop and maintain healthy independence in daily activities important to them, despite having an illness. For example, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) or Chronic Pain.
This may involve adapting play, getting the support you need from education, exploring ways to keep you active, developing life skills and general independence and making sure you are getting out and about with your friends - after all, these are the main occupations of young people.
Occupational therapists can offer specific advice on:
You can find out more about occupational therapy for children with JIA on the Children’s Arthritis Association (CCAA) website using the link below.