The Biopsychosocial Model and Occupational Therapy

The Biopsychosocial Model and Occupational Therapy

The biopsychosocial model and occupational therapy are the perfect match as they both focus on the biological, psychological, and social elements, as well as a person’s individual experiences. It is often confused as being a biopsychosocial frame of reference, but it’s not, as a model of practice helps organize a clinician’s thinking and approach, vs  a frame of reference is a tool to guide one’s intervention.

What I love about this model, is that it really puts the person first – but wait, I know what you are thinking, “I am a healthcare provider and I already do put my patient’s needs first!”

But wait!

Rafael Salazar II, MHS, OTR and owner of Rehab U Practice Solutions digs in, gives some examples, and shows us how to use the biopsychosocial model to maximize your patient outcomes. Be sure to get the skilled terminology cheat sheet and

→ 3 Key Takeaways

Learn the biopsychosocial model & approach for better patient outcomes | OTflourish.com #OTtreatment ideas #SNFOT #homehealthOT #acuteOT #neuroOT

  1. Utilizing the biopsychosocial model in occupational therapy can help be a more holistic practitioner
  2. Using the biopsychosocial model can help you be more client centered and have better outcomes
  3. It can help address more psychological factors in a medical model

Resources from the Show

Links, resources and specific recommendations from Rafi

Using Therapeutic Use of Self to Maximize Occupational Therapy Outcomes

Occupational Therapy Documentation: The Ultimate Guide to Simplify Your Documentation

Research:Learn about the biopsychosocial model & approach for better patient outcomes | OTflourish.com #OTtreatment ideas #SNFOT #homehealthOT #acuteOT #neuroOT

Thank You For Listening

I really appreciate you choosing to listen to and supporting the Seniors Flourish podcast. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it and taking a minute to leave an honest review and rating for the show in iTunes. It really helps in reaching fellow OT practitioners, students and those curious about the OT profession.

Finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes to make sure that you never miss an episode!

Subscribe

Apple | Stitcher | iHeart


Wanting MORE OT Resources?

lab

The Learning Lab Membership is the #1 source that helps you save time and feel more confident in your practice through clinical support, HUNDREDS of treatment ideas, patient handouts, resources, EBP journal club + more! Join today at SeniorsFlourish.com/LearningLab

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  • Join us!

    Not feeling confident working with older adults in your OT practice? If you are new to working in SNF or Home Health, we are here to level up your practice! Join the OT Accelerator today! | OTflourish.com/membership
  • Learn👇 how to write OT goals that WON’T be denied & make treatment planning easier!

    Occupational therapy Goal Writing & Goal Bank Guide ebook teaches you the step-by-step approach to writing rock solid COAST goals & practical tips for goal setting in an easy color coded format with outcome measure examples & a goal bank of LTG and STGs. | OTflourish.com
  • Medbridge promo code: FLOURISH for $150 off unlimited CEUs

    Medbridge Promo code: FLOURISH for $150 off unlimited CEUs | OTflourish.com
  • OccupationalTherapy.com promo code: FLOURISH13 & get 1 extra month FREE of unlimited CEUs

    Use promo: FLOURISH for 1 extra month free of unlimited OT CEUs | OTflourish.com
  • Share
    Share