Meaning of the word "occupational therapy" in English

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occupational therapy

US /ˌɑː.kjəˈpeɪ.ʃən.əl ˈθer.ə.pi/
UK /ˌɒk.jʊˈpeɪ.ʃən.əl ˈθer.ə.pi/
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Noun

the use of assessment and intervention to develop, recover, or maintain the meaningful activities or occupations of individuals, groups, or communities

Example:
After her accident, she underwent several sessions of occupational therapy to regain her motor skills.
Occupational therapy helps people of all ages to participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities.