About

Lifestyle Occupational Therapy, PLLC, provides in-person rehabilitative care with onsite or online consultations to individuals, groups, or businesses.

Evaluations and recommendations cover OSHA compliance issues, injury and illness prevention, risk management, job hazard analysis, and workplace or daily living ergonomics.

The Catalyst

Hi, I’m Dave! I’m a native Central New Yorker and trusted professional, with over 30 years of experience. My work facilitates prevention and recovery. By using advanced myofascial treatment interventions, practical exercise, knowledge, and the skills to make and maintain positive changes to a person’s life. I also work with organizations, offering consultancy services to create safer, healthier workspaces.

Genuine change comes when we work together to understand your unique goals to develop a tailored plan that empowers you to shift patterns in thought, work, and movement. This gives the ability to make lasting improvements to your well-being. This is the framework for Lifestyle Occupational Therapy. We work together to help you make and sustain positive choices in your life and your workplace.

THE FOUNDER: DAVID GROVER, OTR/L

Fun Facts:

Minor changes go a long way! Some important facts along with the changes you can make now! Make sure the space you're working in fits you!

  • Work at the correct desk and monitor height.

  • Use comfortable support and seating.

  • Be mindful of the pressure you put on your feet while sitting.

  • Slumping and forward head postures create a whole host of issues in your tissues!

  • The head weighs as much as a bowling ball and the longer you’re looking down at your screen the more force is put on your spine which creates an unnecessary harsh gravity reality.

  • Remember to hydrate and get some fresh air and sun, we are basically plants with complex emotions. 

The Fascia system of our bodies is a magical thing, like the “Force” in “Star Wars”, it binds and connects us! This connective tissue surrounds the body, from organs to muscles to vessels giving structure and support to the body. Caring for your body through regular care and treatment reduces risk of injury and worsening of a condition.

Orange as a Fascia System

SUPPORT CREW

We are blessed with our 4 rescues

OTIS

Meet Otis, our magical support cat! His name stands for Occupational Therapy Is Stellar, and he lives up to it! This marvelous brown tuxedo cat has an enchanting way of bringing love and light into life. Just like all our furry pals, every day is filled with sweet and fun moments.

Polly, elusive polydactyl Bombay cat

Xander, delightfully spirited senior tabby cat

Betty, sweet and sensitive Shih-Poo

Honoring the memory of our beloved furry friends.
Fan favorites to our patients and their time here enriched us all.

In remembrance:

“Friends come into our lives and friends leave our lives. But friends never leave our hearts. And best friends always get to stay in the best places in our hearts.”
~John M. Simmons, The Marvelous Journey Home

  • A regal presence rescued at age 11 and spent her final 10 months of her life with us. Every moment is a gift. She beamed with earnest enthusiasm, earning her namesake, such a determined force of nature.

  • A majestic creature from another mystical realm. She was born without hearing, a crooked spine, and respiratory issues. The vets said she’d be lucky to live a year. She was the embodiment of strength and resilience, living 9+ years and filling those around her with joy and comfort. She is always in our hearts, teaching so much about patience and love.

  • A sweet mischievous boy who was given to us with mystery in his history. He shockingly had the same heart condition as Ben. We cared for him and helped him get surgery he needed and find his forever home! Thankfully his story continues as he had a successful heart surgery and is living happier, healthier life.

  • A spirited rescue chihuahua papillon mix who survived a flood as a puppy, but lost her hearing as a result. A zeal for life and a penchant for mischief. She filled our days with laughter and wonderment, comforting us throughout the pandemic. She sadly was taken all too soon. Leia’s memory lives on as we honor her gentle yet brisk spirit, the preciousness and flow of time.

  • Pure joy! Filled with unconditional and unbounded love! He had a severe heart condition. His heart was so full and the vets were able to repair it! He reminds us of the beauty of innocence and hope. His tragic, unexpected loss from an autoimmune illness reminds us of how fragile moments are. We are just walking each other home. Tomorrow is never promised, so live your best life today.

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.”
~Gandhi