OTverkot

OTverkot is a term that appears in a small subset of Nordic-language literature and professional glossaries, describing a framework intended to improve participation in daily life through a deliberate combination of activity analysis and tool selection. The term is a portmanteau of OT (occupational therapy) and verkot, a word associated with tools or instruments in several Scandinavian languages, underscoring the emphasis on equipment and environmental modification within the therapy process. In practice, OTverkot refers to an approach that treats tools, workspaces, and routines as interdependent elements of function.

The core idea is to analyze everyday tasks by breaking them down into subtasks, identify barriers—physical, cognitive, or environmental—and then select or customize assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or workspace arrangements to enable successful participation. The approach is user-centered, involving collaboration with clients, caregivers, and, where appropriate, employers or educators, to align therapeutic goals with real-world demands.

OTverkot is used in clinical settings to support physical rehabilitation, cognitive remediation, and participation in work, school, and leisure activities. It also informs the design of ergonomic workstations, accessible home environments, and community programs. While the concept aligns with established occupational therapy practices such as activity analysis and assistive technology assessment, OTverkot as a distinct label is not universally adopted, and its precise methods vary by practitioner and region.

See also: Occupational therapy, Activity analysis, Assistive technology, Environmental modification.