Lake Area Therapy Services

04/24/2026

🌟 OT Tip: How to Stress Less & Remember More! 🧠

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Forgetting important tasks? You're not alone! Occupational Therapy offers simple, practical strategies to help.
The secret? Don't rely solely on your memory! Start incorporating these three pillars into your daily life:

✅ ROUTINES: Create consistent habits. When you do things in the same order every day, your brain goes on autopilot, freeing up mental energy. (Think: a fixed morning sequence).
✅ REMINDERS: Use technology to your advantage! Set alarms on your phone, use digital calendars for appointments, or even a simple sticky note where you’ll see it.
✅ VISUAL CUES: Place objects strategically to prompt your memory. Leave your gym bag by the door, or place your medication next to your coffee cup.
By implementing these "scaffolds" for your memory, you drastically reduce cognitive load, decrease stress, and increase your independence and confidence. 💪

What is ONE routine, reminder, or visual cue that helps YOU stay on track? Share your tips below! 👇

04/23/2026

April is OT Month 🙌🏼

🧑‍⚕️🦽 Occupational Therapy + Wheelchairs = Independence in Motion.

Occupational Therapy helps people live life to the fullest—and when a wheelchair is part of that journey, OTs make all the difference. From selecting the right wheelchair to customizing fit and teaching everyday skills, OTs empower individuals to move confidently, safely, and independently.💡

It’s not just about mobility—it’s about freedom, dignity, and living your life your way.

04/21/2026

Home is where independence matters most 🏡

Occupational therapists help adapt environments so older adults can safely age in place.

04/19/2026

Happy Occupational Therapy Month! 🌟

This month, we are celebrating the incredible impact Occupational Therapists have on everyday lives—especially when it comes to navigating chronic conditions.

If you are navigating the physical and emotional challenges of lymphedema, we want you to remember this: Swelling doesn’t define you. With the right care and support, lymphedema can be managed 🙌

Occupational therapists play a massive role in lymphedema care. From manual lymphatic drainage and customized compression wrapping to helping you adapt your daily routines, an OT is there to help you reclaim your independence and live life to the fullest. 💙

We might be biased, but our OT, Leah, is the best!

04/16/2026

Are any of our friends and followers out there training for Grandma's Marathon? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

With the race coming up in June, we know your mileage is steadily ramping up right now! To help you stay strong and hit the pavement feeling your best, check out our latest video highlighting some excellent foundational exercises to focus on while you train.

A quick but important note: These are fantastic, generalized exercises designed to benefit the general running population. However, everyone's biomechanics are uniquely different. If you are currently dealing with a nagging injury, running through pain, or just want to optimize your mechanics, please come see a Physical Therapist!

A thorough, in-person evaluation allows us to identify the root cause of your pain and build a detailed, highly customized exercise program specific to your exact needs and goals. Don't let an injury derail your race day!

Drop a 👟 in the comments if you are running Grandma's this year, and let us know how your training is going! We're cheering you on! 👇

04/08/2026

Occupational Therapy Month is celebrated every year in April to recognize the impact of Occupational Therapy, which helps people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

From buttoning a shirt to writing your name—those “little things” matter. OT helps make them possible again ❤️

04/05/2026

04/04/2026

04/03/2026

Occupational Therapy Month is celebrated every year in April to recognize the impact of Occupational Therapy, which helps people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

Sticky notes, phone alarms, pill organizers—simple tools can make a big impact 🙌 OT helps you find what works best for YOU.

03/15/2026

Happiest of birthdays to YOU, Marcia! We are thankful for you and hope you have the best day today! 🥳🩷

03/12/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR OUR PATIENTS 🚨

We are currently experiencing a system glitch that is accidentally sending out automated text messages regarding "plans of care" and asking patients to schedule additional appointments.

If you received one of these messages today, please disregard it! You do not need to call our office to schedule another visit.

Our team is aware of the issue and is actively working with our system providers to get it fixed as quickly as possible. We apologize for any confusion or alarm this may have caused!

Thank you so much for your patience!
-The LATS Team

01/27/2026

Hi friends! 👋

Wanna know an easy to improve your balance? No extra time needed in your day, no extra exercises added to your routine…

all you have to do is…

Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth! 🦷🪥

BOOM! 💥

1 minute hold each leg every time you brush your teeth and watch how your stability slowly improves.

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