From Injury to Functionality: The Power of Occupational Therapy in Your Recovery with Arvinder Gaya

Personal Injury Law Podcast | Iacobelli Law Firm

In this episode, personal injury lawyer Andrew Iacobelli talks with occupational therapist Arvinder Gaya about the vital role of occupational therapists (OT) in functional healing after a personal injury case. Arvinder sheds light on the various aspects of an OT's role and the numerous benefits that an occupational therapist can offer to an injured individual.

The conversation dives into the types of injuries that an occupational therapist can help with, and who would benefit from seeking an OT's services. Arvinder emphasizes the importance of an occupational therapist's expertise in helping individuals recover from injuries, regain their independence, and improve their quality of life.

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00:00 Intro

00:28 Introduction to Arvinder Gaya and Personal Injury Occupation Therapy

00:51 What is an occupational therapist?

01:58 How does an occupational therapist help with treatment after a personal injury?

04:02 Who would need an occupational therapist?

06:53 What are examples of achievable goals in occupational therapy?

08:14 What should you consider when selecting an occupational therapist?

09:06 How do I get my personal injury treatment paid for by my insurance company or accident benefits?

10:34 Is occupational therapy done in your home?

11:33 How often do you need to see an occupational therapist?

12:49 Seeing an occupational therapist after being discharged from the hospital

15:28 What is an assessment of attendant care needs?

18:06 After a car accident case, what kinds of injuries require occupational therapy aftercare?

19:21 Occupational therapy in conjunction with mental health factors

22:14 What are the differences between different therapy options after a personal injury?

24:08 What is the process when an occupational therapist gets involved in an accident benefits claim?

26:28 What is the role of an occupational therapist in assessing injuries and getting benefits approved?

30:00 What should you do if you think you need to get an occupational therapist involved in your personal injury case?

31:14 Have Questions? Contact PIOT Today!

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ABOUT THE GUEST:

Arvinder Gaya is passionate about helping people recover and thrive after traumatic and life-changing events. She is the CEO and Founder of PiOT Occupational Therapy Services (Personal Injury Occupational Therapy Inc.). Arvinder has more than 25 years of experience working as a Registered Occupational Therapist and is in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapy of Ontario. She is an occupational therapy graduate of the University of Toronto and a member of both the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Arvinder has extensive experience in community-based rehabilitation with clients who have sustained traumatic and acquired brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, chronic pain and various orthopedic injuries as well as mental health issues. Her clinical experience has been in both the public and private sectors. Arvinder has also been an expert witness in court as a treating occupational therapist.

PiOT: Occupational Therapy Assessment & Treatment Services

6-14845 Yonge Street, Suite# 346

Phone: [phone]

Toll Free: 1.866.829.5535

Aurora, Ontario, L4G 6H8

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