Lize Kubannek

Occupational Therapist



Occupational Therapy



with Lize Kubannek



Occupational Therapy



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Hello, and Welcome!



As prominent Occupational Therapist in Polokwane, Lize attempts to prevent & minimize deformity and disability through professional assessment, treatment, advice, prescription, fitting and distribution of assistive devices.


She is dedicated to facilitate, participate and provide continued professional development and training to relevant parties and presents workshops across the country.


Her practice is committed to the principles of a fully inclusive society which recognizes diversity and the right of all people to have equal opportunities and to participate to their fullest potential and as such she strives to empower therapists, educators, care givers and clients through services and training.



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Evaluations



The purpose of an assessment is to identify the strenghts and weaknesses of the individual; potential causes of problems identified and to create a clear picture of what needs to be done to realize the individual's full potential thereby ensuring that all clients are happy, well adjusted and performing to their full potential.


Evaluations range from developmental assessments to medical-legal evaluations.



Occupational Therapy



Occupational therapy describes a very broad spectrum of therapies - all specifically focused on individualized, meaningful activities to overcome barriers caused by physical, psychosocial or developmental learning difficulties.



Assistive Devices



LK prescribes assistive devices and provide better insight on how to use these devices properly.


Commonly prescribed assistive devices includes items such as wheelchairs, buggies, assistive eating and dressing utensils, splints, pressure garments and writing aids.



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What is Occupational Therapy and who does it help?



Occupational therapy helps people to overcome the barriers that prevent them from doing activities and occupations that are a part of their daily lives.


The aim of occupational therapy is to promote maximal independence and quality of life by treating clients holistically.


Occupational therapy is unique as it looks at all areas of a persons functioning - for example: activities of daily living, work & productive activities, play & leisure activities, and psychosocial aspects.​


Occupational therapists work in the fields of:

  1. Paediatrics
  2. Adult physical rehabilitation
  3. Psychiatry
  4. Vocational rehabilitation
  5. Medico-Legal


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Medico-Legal evaluations



Medico-legal work does not involve treatment but is mainly concerned with evaluations / assessments as well as a report on the persons functional ability. Occupational therapists are commissioned by a legal practitioner from e.g. the Road Accident Fund, the insurance industry or retirement funds.


*Tariffs are subject to an agreement between the Occupational therapist and the legal practitioner.



Paediatrics



This involves the treatment of children from birth to 18 years old. They may suffer from a variety of conditions ranging from premature babies; children with neurological complications (e.g.cerebral palsy or spina bifida); babies with orthopaedic conditions such as club feet; sensory integration difficulties; developmental delays; children with down syndrome; children with academic or scholastic problems or concentration deficits and related problems. Treatment could entail play therapy, Ayres Sensory Integration therapy, fine motor activities, gross motor activities, visual perceptual skills training, neuro-developmental therapy and more.



Physical Conditions



Patients range in age from birth to elderly and may suffer from conditions such as arthritis, burns, upper limb- and hand injuries, strokes, head injuries or spinal cord lesions. These patients may receive treatment on a daily basis or less often and are seen individually. Part of the work of an occupational therapist in this field is the manufacturing of splints and pressure garments. Treatment could also include the use of activities and assistive devices to improve patients' independence in all activities of their daily living, including their personal independence (self and domestic care), work and leisure.



Psychiatric Conditions



Occupational therapy patients often suffer from a variety of psychiatric conditions such as:

  • Depression
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive compulsive behaviour.

Lize sees these patients in individual sessions to help them treat and manage their conditions in the best way possible.



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Vocational Rehabilitation



This modality targets mainly adult patients of working age who cannot go back to their previous working conditions due to injury or disease. The therapy programme includes work assessment and work hardening strategies. Often recommendations promote accommodation or adaptation to function within an acceptable working situation.



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Let's build wellness together


Call: 083 415 9138
Evaluations & Therapy

Occupational Therapist in Polokwane



260 Marshall Street, Polokwane, Limpopo





Operational Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00

​Contact Number: 083 415 9138

E-mail: lize@occupational-therapy.co.za



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