Recreational Therapy: Benefits of Play, Activities, Programs

Orthopedics

What Is Recreational Therapy?

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Brett Sears, PT

Brett Sears, PT

Brett Sears, PT, MDT, is a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience in orthopedic and hospital-based therapy.

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Published on January 28, 2022

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Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT

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Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT

Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT, is a physical therapist currently working in New York at Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital, an affiliate of New York Presbyterian.

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  • Definition

  • Recreational Therapy vs. Other Types of Therapy

  • Who Can Benefit?

  • Does It Work?

  • Professional Background

  • Enrollment and Insurance

If you have been injured or ill or have a chronic disability, you may be having difficulty performing everyday activities. You may benefit from the [...]

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