Occupational Therapy
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Learn skills to complete everyday tasks more easily with guidance from skilled occupational therapists. UHS provides occupational therapy and treatments in Binghamton, and throughout New York. Our team of occupational therapists at UHS can teach you to complete everyday tasks more efficiently and with greater independence.
Who Benefits from Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapy services benefit adults and children who experience the following:
- Brain injuries
- Chronic pain, such as arthritis and fibromyalgia
- Developmental disorders, like autism and cerebral palsy early intervention
- Hand and upper-extremity injuries and conditions
- Injuries, such as broken bones and burns, that limit physical abilities
- Intervention (EI) and Committee on Preschool Special education (CPSE)
- Stroke
- Lymphedema
- Nervous system disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and ALS
Occupational therapy also can help you make daily life easier as you recover after surgery.
Occupational Therapy Services
A specially trained UHS occupational therapist serving the Southern Tier region will evaluate you and help you develop goals. Together, you’ll create a personalized therapy plan to achieve those goals. Your therapist will evaluate your progress regularly and, as needed, adjust the plan. The occupational therapists at UHS in Binghamton and beyond have a wealth of experience in evaluating and treating a variety of problems, including fibromyalgia, arthritis, and more!
An occupational therapist might help you learn how to:
- Improve motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Modify your home or work environment to simplify tasks
- Perform everyday activities like teeth brushing, getting dressed and eating
- Use adaptive tools such as wheelchairs, bathing equipment or communication aids
Expert Occupational Therapy Close to Home
Find exceptional occupational therapy services throughout the UHS service area in New York’s Southern Tier. Services and treatments may vary by location. Your doctor will refer you to the location that best suits your care needs. Our occupational therapists at UHS in the Binghamton region can provide a wide range of treatment options to address your unique needs.
UHS News
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Big Hearts, Big Turnout: Team UHS Shows Up for the 2026 Heart WalkApril 27, 2026Team UHS turned out in force Sunday, April 26 to benefit the work of the American Heart Association. The 2026 Southern Tier Heart Walk brought in hundreds of walkers from around the community at the Oakdale Commons in Johnson City.
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Improving the patient experience every dayApril 27, 2026National Patient Experience Week, observed this year from April 27 through May 1, recognizes the dedication of healthcare professionals who make a meaningful difference in how patients and families experience care. The week also underscores the importance of listening to patient feedback to ensure care remains receptive to the needs and concerns of those it serves.
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Highlighting OT Month: Short-term Rehabilitation at UHS Senior Living at IdealApril 23, 2026At UHS Senior Living at Ideal, our short-term rehabilitation program is designed to help residents regain independence and transition back to their prior living environment
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UHS raises flag to honor the lifesaving power of organ donationApril 20, 2026UHS held a flag-raising ceremony at UHS Wilson Medical Center on April 20 to commemorate National Donate Life Month, a celebration of those who have given the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation.
