Physical therapy services offer multiple benefits to employees in any business. From those who sit at a desk inside an office all day to construction workers moving and operating heavy equipment regularly in the elements, there are multiple positive impacts of physical therapy. Not only do these services allow for workers to operate efficiently, but they also assist in helping those who have been injured return to the workplace better than before.

There are millions of worker compensation claims annually across the United States, costing employers in multiple areas. Not only monetarily, but when employees are injured the business often suffers in productivity and other essential aspects by not being fully staffed. Understanding the best operational practices, even prior to an injury occurring, helps keep businesses functioning in the safest environment possible. However, if an injury does occur, offering physical therapy services - including return to work screenings - helps in many different ways.

Fitness

General fitness is a lifestyle achievement which has multiple benefits, including a more efficient worker. Included within any work screening, an employee's general level of fitness can be calculated with suggestions for improvement or support shared with both the individual and their employer.

Body Mechanics

Each person's work environment, expectations, and job performance varies considerably, even for those working within the same company. This necessitates a personalized approach for any related work screenings and also allows for the individualized approach of physical therapy to be a unique tool available to address each of these different conditions.

Flexibility

Stretching and flexibility components allow for many employees to perform their job functions easier and with a reduced potential for injury. Understanding the importance of these factors and addressing them through any pre-employment or post-injury screenings can be helpful to businesses as their workforce expands.

Balance

Regardless of employment, balance factors contribute to even the most basic body movements and maneuverability. Understanding how to improve these factors or when the need for more stabilization may be necessary is important to employees in all occupational areas.

Strength

The strength of each employee is going to vary, but being able to capitalize on the physical capabilities of each individual worker may aid in productivity. In addition, a physical therapist can offer support, exercises, and other options to assist in helping employees get the most out of their physique for the job to which they are assigned. Whether it's a return-to-work screening on performance or a pre-work review to fit an employee with their optimal task, the results of combining physical therapy and work are beneficial.

If you own a business or know someone who suffers from chronic pain, could use assistance with mobility issues, or is seeking services for another reason, then consider reaching out to the physical therapy experts at North Platte Physical Therapy, Monument Physical Therapy, Big Country Rehabilitation, and Bear Lodge Rehabilitation today. Offering 18 different locations across Wyoming and Nebraska, our professional staff are ready and willing to help administer and create a personalized plan of action specific to your needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Available for all of your physical therapy and related offerings, we look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on to help improve your overall wellness very soon!