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Monday 08:00 - 17:00 Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00 Thursday 08:00 - 17:00 Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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Liesel Scheffer Occupational Therapy

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Liesel Scheffer Occupational Therapy

Private Occupational Therapy practice in Walvis Bay, Namibia. We see a variety of clients ranging from babies to school going learners, teenagers and adults.

We specialize in hand therapy, adult-cognitive therapy, FCE's and pediatrics.

01/11/2026

💙 MOVEMBER – Growing awareness, starting conversations!💙

November is all about the moustache, but Movember is about something much bigger: men's health.

This month, we’re raising awareness around men's mental health, su***de prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. It's a reminder that checking in, speaking up and looking after your health are signs of strength, not weakness.

Let's encourage the men in our lives to:
🩵 Make their health a priority.
🩵 Speak openly about how they're feeling.
🩵 Go for regular health checks.
🩵 Reach out and ask for help when they need it.

Sometimes a simple "How are you really doing?" can make all the difference.

Grow a mo, start a conversation, save a life. 💙

31/10/2026

A little late to the celebration, but we've been busy enjoying birthdays this week! 🎂

In honour of World Occupational Therapy Day (27 October), we’re celebrating what we love doing every day. Helping people participate, grow, overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

A little glimpse into what we do at our practice and the wonderful work that happens behind the scenes. 💚

Happy OT Day to all our fellow occupational therapists! Here's to making a difference, one person at a time.

30/10/2026

🌸 Happy Birthday, Elzane! 🌸

Wishing our wonderful secretary, Elzane, a very happy birthday! 🎂

May this next year be a blessed one, filled with happiness, good health, beautiful moments and many new opportunities.

Thank you for all that you do to help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes and for being an important part of our team.

We hope you have a lovely day celebrating and feel extra special today!

Happy Birthday! 🥳

27/10/2026

🌸 Happy Birthday, Chané! 🌸

Wishing our Occupational Therapist, Chané, a very happy birthday! 🎂

May this next year be a blessed one, filled with happiness, growth, new opportunities and many special moments with the people who matter most.

We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating and taking some time to enjoy your special day!

Happy Birthday, Chané! 🥳

19/10/2026

🦴World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day

Healthy bones, joints and muscles are important building blocks for how children move, play, learn and participate in everyday life.

When a child has a bone or joint condition, pain, stiffness, weakness, reduced range of movement or joint instability can affect how they use their body, from getting dressed and writing to playing on the playground or keeping up with friends.

This is where Occupational Therapy can play an important role.

A paediatric OT can help children:
🦴 Improve functional strength and movement
🦴 Develop safe and efficient ways to use affected joints
🦴 Protect joints during everyday activities
🦧 Adapt activities when pain, weakness or limited movement is present
🦴 Build independence with dressing, school tasks, play and self-care
🦴 Find ways to participate in meaningful activities while working within their physical abilities

OT isn't only about treating the hand or teaching a child a skill. It's about helping the child use their body safely and effectively to participate in the things that matter to them.

For children living with bone or joint conditions, the goal is to support movement, independence, participation and quality of life.

13/10/2026

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Recovery after breast cancer treatment can involve more than healing from surgery. Scars, tightness, swelling, sensitivity and changes in movement can affect how you use your arm and return to everyday activities.

Occupational Therapy can support recovery by addressing:

• Scar mobility and sensitivity
• Tightness around the scar and surrounding tissues
• Shoulder and arm movement
• Strength and functional use of the affected arm
• Swelling and lymphedema management, when appropriate
• Comfort during dressing, reaching and other daily activities
• Gradually returning to the activities that are meaningful to you

Scar management may include education, gentle techniques and strategies to help improve tissue mobility and comfort once the wound has appropriately healed.

Your recovery is about more than the scar itself. It's about helping you feel comfortable, confident and able to return to the life and activities that matter to you.

12/10/2026

World Arthritis Day

Arthritis can affect much more than just your joints. Pain, stiffness, swelling and reduced movement can make everyday activities such as dressing, cooking, writing, opening containers or using your phone more difficult.

🤲 Hand Occupational Therapy can help you:
• Manage pain and stiffness
• Maintain or improve hand and joint movement
• Strengthen the hand where appropriate
• Protect your joints during everyday activities
• Find easier and more comfortable ways to complete daily tasks
• Learn about helpful splints, supports or adaptive equipment when needed
• Keep doing the activities that are important to you

The goal isn't simply to “use your hands more”, it's about helping you use them more comfortably, safely and efficiently while protecting your joints.

If arthritis is starting to interfere with the things you need or enjoy doing, a hand OT assessment may be a helpful place to start.

09/10/2026

It's Scrubs Day!

So comfortable, and so handy!

06/10/2026

World Cerebral Palsy Day 💚

Cerebral Palsy (CP) looks different for every person. It can affect movement, posture, muscle tone, coordination and daily activities in different ways, and there is no single “look” of CP.

There are different types of CP, including spastic, dyskinetic, ataxic and mixed types. You can learn more about the different types and how they may affect the body here: Cerebral Palsy Alliance – Types of Cerebral Palsy

Let’s celebrate the individuality, abilities and achievements of people with CP, while continuing to promote understanding, inclusion and access to support. 💚

05/10/2026

Teacher’s Day 🍎📚

Behind every lesson is a teacher who shows up, encourages, guides, and makes a difference in ways that may last far beyond the classroom.

Thank you to all the teachers who help children learn, grow, believe in themselves, and discover what they are capable of. Your impact matters.

Address

Welwitschia Medical Centre Ext 2, Hidipo Hamutenya Drive
Walvis Bay
9000

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

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