How is CAM related to OT?
• Use CAM methods to improve therapy “Seeking ways to improve their health and wellbeing or to relieve symptoms associated with chronic, even terminal illness or the side effects of conventional treatments…” (Barnes et al., 2008).
•Using CAM in OT can make therapy client-centered: “OT practitioners may utilize CAM in the delivery of OT services when they are used as preparatory methods or purposeful activities to facilitate the ability of clients to engage in their daily occupations” (Giese, 2011).