Mr. Silvestri is not able to grasp his utensils, nor can he feed himself. Which professional can…

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➤ How does an occupational therapist differ from a physical therapist for feeding problems?
Occupational therapists target hand dexterity, coordination, and meal-related activities. Physical therapists treat strength, balance, transfers, and mobility that support reaching the table. For feeding issues, OT addresses utensil use and adaptive tools while PT improves posture and trunk control to enable safer, more effective mealtimes.

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