Resources – Blog Posts

Apr 8, 2021 | Work Programs

The Purpose of Occupational TherapyThe overarching goal of any type of therapy is to make life easier in some way. Be it chronic pain or recovery from an injury, the work of a therapist, in general, is to help you lead the life you want with as much freedom from...

What is a “Return to Work Program” and Why Does It Matter?

Feb 17, 2021 | Work Programs

Taking time away from work can come in many forms; a planned career break or unforeseen circumstances like taking care of a loved one, personal illness or injury on the job.No matter how you slice it or how it comes about, having to leave work for any of the reasons...

Dealing with Anxiety in 2021

Feb 5, 2021 | Mindfulness

Coronavirus is ever-present, a cloud hovering over all of us, and the damage it’s done to our collective mental health is profound. The headline of a just released report from the American Psychological Association (APA) points to that fact and reads: "U.S. Adults...

Listening to Music to Control Chronic Pain

Dec 30, 2020 | Chronic pain

Music has the power to move us. Envelope us in a hug of auditory warmth that can transport us far from where we are and from whatever we’re feeling, both emotionally and physically. Whether you’d call yourself a music buff or not, there are certain songs that each of...

Shifting to Telehealth

Dec 17, 2020 | News

By Susan Chamberlain, Project Manager/Privacy Officer, Pacific Rehabilitation Centers, Bellevue, WAOriginally published in the CARF International Medical Rehab Connection, December 2020.Pacific Rehabilitation Centers has been providing CARF-accredited...