--- title: "Occupational therapy services at Sutter Health" description: "Occupational therapy at Sutter Health offers personalized treatment to help you regain skills for daily tasks, improving function and supporting independence." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/occupational-therapy" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Occupational therapy # Occupational therapy Occupational therapy can help you regain the skills needed for independent living when daily tasks become challenging due to an injury, illness or disabling condition. [Find an occupational therapist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Occupational+Therapist%22%2C%22Physical+Medicine+and+Rehabilitation%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) Why choose Sutter? Our occupational therapists are here to help you regain your independence. We'll work together to set personalized goals for building strength and mobility after an accident or injury. Whether at home, work or in a rehab center, your therapist will teach you how to use adaptive devices and enhance your fine motor skills. Our dedicated team of physical and occupational therapists provides a continuum of care that truly makes a difference. In fact, a recent survey showed that 83% of our patients returned to work after treatment. ## By the numbers ### 300+ orthopedic doctors offer advanced pain management and state-of-the-art joint replacements for a faster recovery. ### 5,000+ joint replacements are performed each year at our hospitals. ### Top 10% of hospitals nationwide for outpatient joint replacement. ### 95% of Sutter patients surveyed say they were satisfied with their rehabilitation program. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Burn injuries - Cerebrovascular accident - Spinal cord injury ## Diagnostics - Functional Capacity Evaluation - Return-to-work evaluations ## Treatments - [Cancer rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-rehabilitation) - Custom splint fabrication - Ergonomic modifications - Hand therapy - Recreational therapy - [Spinal cord injury rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/spinal-cord-injury-rehabilitation) ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Occupational+therapy%22%5D%7D%5D) U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Nursing Homes [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Occupational+therapy%22%5D%7D%5D) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Comfortable in-between care When you're ready to leave the hospital but not yet ready to go home, our four inpatient rehab centers offer a safe and healthy place for your continued recovery. [View inpatient rehab services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ![doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Musculoskeletal conditions research Musculoskeletal conditions cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Sutter's spotlight Health & wellness ### [Choose the Right Shoes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/choose-the-right-shoes) Not all athletic shoes are equal. Learn how to choose the right shoe for your activity and your feet. Health & wellness ### [Keep Your Knees Healthy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/keep-your-knees-healthy) Follow this advice to avoid common knee injuries. Health & wellness ### [5 ways to manage hip pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/5-proven-ways-to-ease-hip-pain) Try these steps to reduce hip pain and regain your mobility. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22+%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Support for Long Covid (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6aea1cea8af65dba5fc868de/) Wednesday, February 3, 2027 In this 4-part series, join others facing the challenges of Long Covid to learn about integrative strategies to facilitate your healing. - Support Group ### [Dementia Caregivers Support Group - Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277bd2a98c7b70b11045d5/) Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Build a support system with people who understand. - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e4/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22+%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Independence in everyday life Work with Sutter providers to rebuild skills for daily tasks, from dressing and cooking to returning to work. 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