Meaning of the word "occupational therapy" in English

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occupational therapy

US /ˌɑː.kjəˈpeɪ.ʃən.əl ˈθer.ə.pi/
UK /ˌɒk.jʊˈpeɪ.ʃən.əl ˈθer.ə.pi/
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Noun

the use of assessment and intervention to develop, recover, or maintain the meaningful activities or occupations of individuals, groups, or communities

Example:
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After her accident, she underwent several sessions of occupational therapy to regain her motor skills.
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Occupational therapy helps people of all ages to participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities.