Occupational Therapy Archives - Resource Library - Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

What is the neuro-oncology therapy team? The neuro-oncology therapy team is made up of: occupational therapists physiotherapists therapy assistants We provide rehabilitation, treatment and advice to children and young people after an injury, illness, surgery or treatment. We work to support children...

This resource has been made to help you remember the exercises your therapist taught and practiced with you. If you find the exercises cause you more pain please stop the exercises and seek advice from a healthcare professional. Exercises Bridge Lie on your back with your legs bent. Flatten your...

The exercises in this booklet will be great to use with your child in many different situations. They can be done as part of their bedtime routine, before a hospital appointment, or during a procedure – anytime you feel appropriate. There is no right answer about when is the best time to do them....

What should I expect from the sensory service? Our service is tiered into 3 levels of provision to try to help us get the right support to as many families as possible. Universal provision This is the first level of provision for all families. Our virtual therapy service provides information about...

If your child is due to attend hydrotherapy, swim sessions or swim lessons, the below websites may be helpful in finding suitable swim nappies or incontinence swimwear. Swimsuits with built in waterproof pants can keep any wee or poo in, while your child is in the water. They are not absorbent so...

This resource has been designed to help you remember the exercises your physiotherapist taught and practiced with you. These exercises should be done slowly. You may feel some discomfort whilst doing these exercises after your surgery or injury. If pain limits your ability to do your exercises, then...

Managing activity is an important part of living well with fatigue. It helps you to build a firm foundation for recovery. Why do I not have energy some days? Most people have days when they feel they can do more. Some days they may have more to do which mean they are more active than…...

This resource has been designed to help you remember the exercises and advice the therapist went through with you whilst in hospital. The exercises should be done slowly and smoothly. Some discomfort may be noted whilst doing these exercises after surgery. If pain is limiting doing the exercises,...

Problems with sleep are common for children and young people with chronic fatigue. This resource will give you some useful information and tips on how to manage your sleep as part of your energy management programme. Sleep is essential for your health and wellbeing. Sleep improves your energy, helps...

What is chronic fatigue syndrome? Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is also known as ME (Myalgic Encepha-lomyelitis). You may have seen it written as CFS/ME. It is a chronic health condition, which cannot be helped by rest. How common is it? Around 50 to 100 in 100,000 children will have chronic...

The best pencil grip is a comfortable grip that allows the hands and fingers to move freely when writing. Some children, however, hold their pencil very tightly and often press heavily on the page. As a result, a child may write in a slow and effortful manner and the hand may become tired and...

When will I leave the children’s therapy team? This is a joint decision between you and your therapist. Usually the best time to move on to adult services is when you leave school. Why can I not stay with the children’s therapy team until I am 18? You can choose to stay with us however,…...

Problems with sleep are very common for children and young people with chronic health conditions. Sleep is essential for your health and wellbeing, and it improves your energy. Sleep is essential for your health and wellbeing. It improves your energy, helps with healing and allows your mind and body...

Independent therapy (sometimes also known as private therapy) is provision and services that are purchased by yourself or other commissioners from companies or providers that are not providing NHS services. Can my child have independent physiotherapy and occupational therapy as well as their NHS...

Fine motor co-ordination involves the ability to control the small muscles of the body, in particular the hands. Some children and young people find fine motor activities more difficult than their peers for a number of reasons. Your child may have hypermobile joints (bendy with a weak grip). They...

Fine motor co-ordination involves the ability to control the small muscles of the body, in particular the hands. Some children find fine motor activities more difficult than their peers for a number of reasons.  Your child may have hypermobile joints (bendy with a weak grip). They will tire more...

How can I help look after my joints? When you have arthritis, it is important to look after your joints. The most important thing you can do is keep taking your medications regularly as prescribed by your Rheumatologist and nurses. As well as taking the medications, there are other things that you...

Making time in the day to take a break from activities and help your body to relax is a helpful way in managing your condition. There are lots of different ways to relax and they take practice to do. Here are some ideas you might like to try. Good resting is about: setting aside regular…...

What is a sleep system? Sleep systems are positioning aids used during the night to help protect body shape. They provide support for your child or young person so that they are in a better position compared to if they were to sleep without a sleep system. Why is it important to use a sleep…...

This resource is a list of accessible swimming lessons and sessions in Sheffield. Please be aware that information is subject to change, for the most up to date information please access the individual websites. Swimming lessons Disability swimming lessons at Hillsborough Leisure Centre and Ponds...

The Elifar Foundation Grants provided for: Manual and powered wheelchairs Communication aids and software Specialised or tough seating, beds and car seats Sensory toys and equipment Apply for a grant here. Whizz-Kidz Provides mobility equipment and wheelchair skills training. Apply for equipment...

Sleep resources The Sleep Charity has a phone line service that provide advice and support around difficulties sleeping. They offer a free helpline that is part of their extensive services, open 7pm to 9pm, between Sunday and Thursday. Sheffield Children’s paediatric sleep disorders nursing team...

Muscle strength of the hands and fingers increases as children grow. Everyday activities such as getting dressed, using cutlery, playing with toys or scribbling with crayons all help to develop and strengthen the muscles of the hands and fingers. Try to encourage your child to carry out everyday...

Positioning and seating The hip spica cast will finish just above waist level. This means that your child will be uncomfortable or unable to sit on an ordinary chair. A great alternative is to sit your child on a beanbag as you will be able to mould the beanbag to fit your child’s cast,...