Workplace injuries happen a lot more than you may think. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employers reported 2.7 million nonfatal workplace injuries in 2020. While many of these minor workplace injuries occurred in manufacturing, numerous others happened in office settings.
Employees suffering from minor workplace injuries cannot perform at their peak. If you are experiencing pain related to a minor workplace injury, you should seek medical attention, such as from a physical therapist, so your condition does not worsen.
Minor workplace injuries happen within the workplace and oftentimes do not require missed work. For example, some injuries may include:
Sprains or strains.
Minor puncture wounds.
Bruising.
Small lacerations.
Sometimes, minor workplace injuries aggravate a preexisting condition such as carpal tunnel syndrome, which is common in occupations that require a lot of typing. Seeing a physical therapist can help improve your symptoms.
Physical therapy can be used to treat a myriad of minor workplace injuries. For example, physical therapy may be used to treat conditions related to the upper extremities. This is commonly referred to as hand therapy and can be beneficial in reducing pain and increasing strength and mobility. If you experience carpal tunnel symptoms, hand therapy may help you find relief.
Have you found yourself in the middle of a workers’ compensation claim due to a workplace injury? Health Plus Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Center, Edison, New Jersey accepts all workers’ compensation insurances. We offer our workers’ comp patients the following services:
Physical therapy.
Work condition/work hardening (at select locations).
Summary:
The connection between workplace recovery and physical therapy is powerful. When your body heals properly, you move with ease, stay productive, and prevent future injuries. At HealthPlusPT, we are committed to restoring strength, mobility, and confidence through a whole-person, whole-function approach—helping you return to work safely and pain-free.
At Health Plus Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Center, our Workplace Injury Recovery Program helps patients heal faster and return to work safely after minor injuries. Using personalized, evidence-based care, our team focuses on reducing pain, restoring strength, and preventing future injuries—so you can move better, feel better, and get back to work with confidence.
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