Therapist: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Some therapists help people feel calm by teaching slow, deep breaths, which can make the body feel relaxed.
Tools of the trade
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Soft Ball
A squishy ball helps hands and fingers get stronger. Squeezing it makes grip muscles work and feel good.
A day in the job
- 9:00 AMThe first visit of the day begins. The therapist says hello, asks how you feel, and plans a fun activity together.
Words to know
- Goal
- A goal is something you want to do or learn. Therapists help you pick a goal, like buttoning your shirt by yourself.
Quiz time
Therapists only help people who are sick.
Therapists can help people learn to catch a ball again.