Somatic symptom disorders are a group of disorders, all of which fit the definition of physical symptoms similar to those observed in physical disease or injury for which there is no identifiable physical cause. As such, they are a diagnosis of exclusion.
Occupational therapists use special equipment to help children with developmental disabilities. Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working.
PTs often have assistants. Theyâre also trained to do many types of physical treatments. What Does a PT Do? At your first therapy session, your PT will examine and assess your needs. Heâll ask you questions about your pain or other symptoms, your ability to move or do everyday tasks, how well you sleep, and your medical history. Continued The PT will give you tests to measure: