Marzanne Rautenbach Occupational Therapy

19/02/2026

Nutrition and Self-Care Strategies
"🍎 Maintaining nutrition during cancer treatment is vital, but nausea or fatigue can make it hard. OTs in acute hospitals teach self-care strategies, adaptive eating tools, and meal planning to support independence and health. From easy-grip utensils to positioning aids, we make self-feeding achievable. Nourish your body and spirit! "

16/02/2026

Emotional and Cognitive Support
"🧠 Cancer affects more than the body—it impacts the mind too. In hospital settings, OTs provide cognitive exercises, stress management through meaningful occupations, and emotional support to combat 'chemo brain' or anxiety. We help rebuild focus and routine for mental resilience. Your well-being matters! "

14/02/2026

14/02/2026

12/02/2026

Pain Management Through Activity
"😌 Pain from cancer or treatments doesn't have to sideline you. Occupational Therapists in acute care use activity-based approaches, like gentle therapeutic tasks and positioning strategies, to manage pain and improve function. We integrate relaxation techniques and modifications for comfort in everyday activities. Healing through doing! "

09/02/2026

Coping with Chemotherapy Side Effects
"💊 Chemo side effects like neuropathy or weakness can disrupt daily life, but OTs in hospitals provide targeted interventions. We offer hand therapy for fine motor skills, sensory retraining, and adaptive equipment to ease tasks like buttoning clothes or holding utensils. OT turns challenges into manageable routines! "

06/02/2026

Post-Surgery Mobility and Recovery
"🛏️ After cancer surgery, regaining function for daily activities is key. In the acute hospital phase, Occupational Therapists (OTs) emphasize functional mobilization, such as getting to the bathroom and being independent in bathroom activities, using adaptive techniques and equipment. We tailor interventions to prevent complications and foster confidence in everyday tasks. Every step toward independence counts! "

03/02/2026

Managing Fatigue and Energy Conservation
"🌟 Cancer treatment can leave you feeling drained, but Occupational Therapists (OTs) in acute hospital settings are here to help! We teach energy conservation techniques, like prioritizing tasks and using adaptive tools, to make daily activities less exhausting. From simple meal prep hacks to pacing strategies, OT empowers cancer patients to maintain independence during tough times. You're stronger than you know! "

30/01/2026

Spinal Injuries
Spinal injuries from accidents or trauma can drastically alter mobility and daily life, but in the acute hospital setting, Occupational Therapists (OTs) are key to early intervention and recovery. OTs assess function, teach safe movement techniques like transfers and positioning, and introduce adaptive tools to promote independence while preventing further damage. From dressing to wheelchair mobility training, we focus on holistic rehab to help patients adapt and thrive. Knowledge is power—spread the word on spinal care!

27/01/2026

ICU Patients
"💪 In the ICU, where patients battle critical illnesses, Occupational Therapists provide essential support beyond survival—focusing on early mobilization, cognitive stimulation, and preventing deconditioning. From upper limb exercises to simple tasks like sitting up or self-feeding, OT reduces delirium risks and shortens hospital stays. It's about holistic recovery in the toughest moments. Grateful for our ICU heroes! "

24/01/2026

23/01/2026

Burn Injuries
"🔥 Burn injuries are traumatic, but Occupational Therapy in acute hospitals plays a key role in healing and function restoration. OTs address scar management, joint mobility, and daily living skills with specialized splints, exercises, and desensitization techniques. We help minimize contractures and promote independence, turning recovery into empowerment. Support burn survivors— awareness matters! "