Work injuries can be extremely painful and inconvenient for employees and employers. These types of injuries often result in a loss of productivity and sometimes weeks of pain, and in some cases, work injuries can even lead to permanent disability. In 2014, nearly 13,000 claims were filed in Wyoming alone for non-fatal work-related injuries or illnesses. It is also stated that approximately 87% of the claims were accepted. As you can see, work injuries are a common issue many people have to deal with. If you or a loved one is looking for treatment after an injury that occurred at your workplace, then North Platte Physical Therapy is here to help.

Full Services for Work-Related Injuries

When an injury occurs in the workplace, physical therapists at North Platte Physical Therapy know that recovering means much more than just alleviating pain. Restoring the highest level of function that is needed in order to return to one’s work is a primary goal. North Platte Physical Therapy has many services for work-related injuries, and the physical therapy treatment plans are all individualized to each patient, to ensure that they are getting the best care to return to their occupation with strength, flexibility, and peace of mind. This goal is made possible by working with the patient in a one-on-one setting.

Work Injury Prevention

One of the main goals of work injury physical therapy is preventing the injury from recurring. Patients who have received an injury at their place of work are taught body mechanics to make sure they are using their bodies correctly during their day to day activities. Posture can also be addressed to prevent any further injuries. Physical therapists at North Platte Physical Therapy will also have patients increase their strength in muscle groups that are important for that patient’s occupation. This type of customized physical therapy has been known to not only help patients heal, but give them the information they need to take better care of themselves in the long term.

Functional Capacity Evaluation

Physical therapists at North Platte Physical Therapy can also perform what is known as a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE). An FCE is a series of tests that are used to give an objective measurement of the patient’s ability to perform specific work tasks safely. It can take a day or two to complete and results are used to aid the patient and employer in determining which job classifications the patient can safely return to following their work-related injury.

Pre-Work Screens & Return-to-Work Testing

Helping employees stay healthy is just as important as helping injured employees recover from their work-related injuries. North Platte Physical Therapy has worked with businesses all across Wyoming and Nebraska to help them perform what is known as pre-work screens for potential employees. By screening new potential hires, businesses are able to find out whether or not a new employee is capable of meeting the physical demands that are required in a certain position. Having these screens can reduce injury rates and keep the workforce as a whole safer.

Return-to-work testing also plays an important role in this. By giving employees who are returning from an injury a proper evaluation, it can ensure that the employees are truly ready to return to work and that they won’t re-injure themselves by returning too early.

Ergonomic Testing

North Platte Physical Therapy has certified professionals who are also available to come into the workplace and perform ergonomic assessments. Ergonomic specialists can be sent into the work environment to assess the patient’s work space as well as the flow of work. This will allow them to give proper solutions to modify the work space and the patient’s movements in order to reduce their risk of injury and increase their work capacity and efficiency.

Visit North Platte Physical Therapy at Multiple Locations

North Platte Physical Therapy is available at multiple locations across Wyoming and Nebraska. They have locations in Casper, Cheyenne, Gillette, Glenrock, Powell, Torrington, and more. This allows people in rural areas to have access to quality physical therapy just as much as people in major metropolitan areas. This is extremely beneficial for employees of all types and in all occupations.

Conclusion

Work injuries are more common than you may think, and with the right physical therapy, rehabilitation is possible. North Platte Physical Therapy has the knowledge and staff that is needed to help you get back to work with minimal trouble and delays. From proper physical therapy and treatment plans to work injury prevention and ergonomic testing, they can help with all aspects of getting injured employees back on their feet.

Give North Platte Physical Therapy a call today if you would like more information about their work injury physical therapy services.