A contribuição da terapia ocupacional para a recuperação de pacientes com queimaduras graves

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: In Brazil, burns represent a significant public health issue, with a notable impact on the lives of affected individuals. Despite advances in the treatment of these injuries, there are still limited studies proving the importance of occupational therapy rehabilitation, particularly in the acute phase of patients suffering from this condition. OBJECTIVES: This study aims to analyze the role of occupational therapists in physical rehabilitation. Specific objectives include conducting a bibliographic review addressing the following variables: burns, their types, consequences, and clinical treatment; as well as identifying the main therapeutic resources and techniques applicable by occupational therapists in burn rehabilitation. METHODOLOGY: exploratory bibliographic review with a qualitative approach, using the following databases: SciELO, PubMed, Google Scholar, Brazilian Journal of Burns (Revista Brasileira de Queimados), Ministry of Health (Brazil), and Federal Council of Medicine (CFM). RESULTS: Occupational therapy demonstrated effectiveness in the physical rehabilitation of burn patients by preventing deformities, maintaining joint mobility, and restoring functionality, thereby improving patients' quality of life. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, patients showed satisfactory progress, highlighting the benefits of occupational therapeutic interventions. The therapy enabled greater active participation in daily living activities, promoting autonomy and functional independence.