Treatment Options For Spinocerebellar Ataxia

Occupational Therapy

Spinocerebellar ataxia patients may experience challenges with the voluntary automatic movements necessary for proper respiration, swallowing, chewing, using the voice, and writing. Occupational therapy focuses on helping an affected individual maintain an autonomous lifestyle despite the challenges they may face because of their condition. An occupational therapist examines a patient's skills to carry out their occupations, their level of autonomy, their living environment, their daily responsibilities, their habits, the accessibility of where they live, and the presence of physical assistance. After analyzing all these aspects related to their patient, an occupational therapist works to find solutions to problems related to reduced function. An occupational therapist can suggest alterations in the home to make it safer and more accessible, research support services, find ways to save energy on daily activities, and recommend the use of specialized equipment.

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