Use of the play in the practices of occupational therapists in the Baixada Santista

Abstract

This study aimed to identify and to characterize the practice developed by occupational therapists working in the metropolitan area of Baixada Santista, on the use of play. In this
study a questionnaire was applied to 36 professionals working in the childhood area. As theoretical reference, these professionals use mainly the Sensory Integration Therapy and Neuroevolutive Bobath Methods. To the professionals, the play is seen primarily as a therapeutic tool used to promote child development, as an central resource to the Occupational Therapy clinic. The present work aimed to contribute to the characterization of professional
practices regarding the use of play in the practice of occupational therapists.