Pain Care Occupational Therapy

What is Pain Care Occupational Therapy?

Pain Care Occupational Therapy is a specialised service designed to help you navigate daily life with chronic pain. We focus on this area because we understand that pain doesn't just hurt—it can disrupt your entire life. Our goal is to help you regain control and independence in your daily activities, from self-care to work and leisure.

Why choose Pain Care Occupational Therapy? Because we address the practical, day-to-day challenges that pain creates. While other treatments may focus on reducing pain, we help you live your best life alongside it.


How We Can Help

Our team of occupational therapists has experience in treating a wide range of pain conditions, including but not limited to the following:

We also work with clients who have chronic conditions that impact their daily activities, such as chronic fatigue, multiple sclerosis, and diabetes. Our therapists are skilled in addressing the unique challenges and needs of each individual, creating personalised treatment plans to help manage pain and improve function.

Our Approach

We help you manage pain by:


Benefits

Complementing Other Pain Management Services

Pain Care Occupational Therapy works with other pain management treatments to provide comprehensive care:



What to Expect


Examples on How Pain Care Occupational Therapy Can Help

Back to the BeachA 45-year-old primary school teacher developed chronic lower back pain after a car accident. The pain made it difficult for her to enjoy Perth's beach lifestyle and affected her work. Our occupational therapists worked with her to modify her classroom setup and develop strategies for managing long periods of standing. We also helped her gradually return to beach activities, starting with short walks on the sand and progressing to swimming. Today, she confidently manages her pain and has returned to full-time teaching and weekend surfing.
FIFO Work SuccessA 38-year-old fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) worker struggled with chronic shoulder pain that threatened his ability to work on mining sites. Our team developed a personalised plan to help him manage the physical demands of his job and the long flights to and from site. We introduced ergonomic adjustments to his workstation and taught him exercises to do during breaks. He now successfully balances his FIFO schedule with pain management techniques, maintaining his career and enjoying time with his family when home.
Market Stall Dream RealisedA 60-year-old retiree had given up on her dream of running a market stall due to fibromyalgia. Our occupational therapists helped her break down the tasks involved in setting up and running a stall, teaching her pacing techniques and how to modify activities to conserve energy. We also advised on adaptive equipment for her craft-making. She now successfully runs her stall on weekends, managing her pain effectively while enjoying her new venture.
Capturing Wildflowers AgainA 55-year-old amateur photographer thought her days of capturing Western Australia's stunning wildflowers were over due to chronic knee pain. Our occupational therapists helped her modify her photography techniques, advised on adaptive equipment like lightweight tripods, and developed a plan for managing longer outings. We also worked on strategies for getting up and down from ground level safely. She now enjoys regular photography trips during wildflower season across the state.
Gardening with EaseA 70-year-old retiree with arthritis feared he'd have to give up his beloved vegetable garden. Our team helped him redesign his garden layout, introduced adaptive tools, and taught him new techniques to reduce joint stress. He's now back to growing his own produce, with a thriving garden that's the envy of his neighbourhood.
Back in the GameA 28-year-old amateur cricketer developed complex regional pain syndrome after a wrist injury. Our team worked with him to gradually reintroduce cricket-specific movements, starting with pain-free ranges and slowly progressing. We also helped him modify his grip and batting technique. He has since returned to club cricket, armed with strategies to manage his pain during matches and training.

Frequently Asked Questions


Take the First Step

Remember, we're here to support your journey towards better pain management and improved quality of life. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.