title: Improving functional outcomes with recreational therapy.
abstract: If you suddenly were incapacitated, wouldn't you expect your health care team to use interventions that were cost-effective, relevant to your recovery goals, and conducive to improved functional outcomes? Recreational therapy (RT), also known as therapeutic recreation, is a value-added treatment mode that contributes to improved functioning, independence, and recovery. This article provides information about RT, its accessibility, and its benefits.
authors.affiliation: University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, USA.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Sorensen
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Luken
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000328:Adult; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D019090:Case Management / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007899:Leisure Activities; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D020380:Needs Assessment; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D011998:Recreation; D012017:Referral and Consultation