Work-Related Injuries Affect Diverse Industries
Work-related injuries can have a profound impact on individuals across a wide array of industries. According to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top five industries in the private sector in 2019 were:
- Healthcare and Social Assistance (including LPNs, RNs, Nurse Assistants, hospital personnel, residential care workers, ambulatory care staff, and social workers).
- Retail Trade.
- Transportation and Warehousing.
- Construction.
- Wholesale Trade.
- A Range of Work-Related Injuries.
Work-related injuries encompass a broad spectrum. As outlined by The National Safety Council, some of the more common injuries experienced by workers from various industries include:
- Contact with objects, involving bumping into objects or colliding with them.
- Overexertion, often occurring when lifting or moving objects.
- Slips and falls.
- Repetitive motion injuries, resulting from a range of activities, including operating heavy machinery or repetitive typing.
- Being caught in or by something, such as a doorway or a piece of machinery.
- Prompt treatment with a work injury specialist
If you suffer a work-related injury, it is strongly advisable to seek treatment without delay. Based on over three decades of experience, we consistently find that patients who commence treatment promptly tend to achieve better outcomes after sustaining an injury. You can initiate treatment even before your employer resolves all the details of your situation. In New York State, workers’ compensation guarantees medical care for individuals injured on the job. While your employer may take some time to report your injury, their workers’ compensation insurance will cover the necessary medical expenses.
Consider Chiropractic and Physical Therapy as Initial Options
Given the diverse nature of work-related injuries, it is not always clear what precisely is wrong when an injury occurs. For instance, a slip and fall might lead to lower back pain, and this discomfort could result from the fall itself or stem from a spinal misalignment or disc injury. As a chiropractic and physical therapy practice, our comprehensive examination assesses your condition comprehensively, enabling us to determine the underlying causes. While specialists play a crucial role in injury care, they are often best consulted after undergoing conservative treatments, such as chiropractic and physical therapy, along with diagnostic imaging, such as MRI scans. Specialists rely on your response to these treatments and the results of these tests to assess the extent of your injuries. If the need for specialist intervention arises, they can offer more effective care after you’ve begun with conservative treatments.
Why Patients Choose Us as Their Work Injury Specialists
Many of the patients we serve have never experienced a work-related injury before. They are in pain and concerned about their ability to carry out daily activities, work, attend school, or care for their families. We empathize with your situation and work diligently as work injury specialists to make this experience as smooth as possible. Here are some of the reasons why patients choose us and continue to rely on our services:
- Patient-Centered Approach: During your initial appointment, we promptly evaluate your condition and initiate treatment if we believe it can be beneficial. We do not require you to wait until all insurance-related details are resolved before commencing treatment. We also understand that an injury can have ripple effects on your family, job, and overall life, and we strive to help you understand your capabilities and limitations so you can continue living your life while receiving treatment.
- Extensive Experience: With over three decades of experience as chiropractors and physical therapists, we have successfully treated a wide array of work-related injuries. While we may not have encountered every possible scenario, our extensive experience equips us to address diverse cases effectively.
- Support for Working and Time Off: If you are injured at work, your treatment is covered, whether you choose to continue working or take time off. Some patients can maintain employment while undergoing treatment, while others may require temporary leave. We provide the necessary documentation to secure your job and ensure coverage for lost time.
- Insurance Expertise: Dealing with insurance companies and the accompanying documentation can be daunting. We handle all aspects of this process, ensuring you do not have to navigate the intricacies of insurance claims. With our expertise, your insurance claim will be processed smoothly.
- Collaboration with Employers and Attorneys: Your employer or, if you choose to hire one, your attorney may need to communicate with us. Attorneys often require regular updates, and employers need to be informed of work-related limitations. We have a long history of collaborating with employers and attorneys in work-related injury cases, earning their respect due to our ability to meet their specific needs efficiently.
- Transportation Assistance: We understand that following an injury, you may be unable to drive. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we offer transportation assistance. Please contact our office to determine if you qualify.
Our Treatment Approach as Work Injury Specialists
If you’ve selected us as your work injury specialists, all you need to do is call and schedule your initial appointment, and we’ll take it from there. Recognizing that this might be your first experience with a work-related injury, we are well-prepared to guide you through the process. Here is an overview of our treatment approach:
- Comprehensive Examination and Treatment: We conduct a thorough head-to-toe assessment to identify the root causes of your pain. Once identified, we develop a personalized treatment plan, which may include chiropractic care, physical therapy, or a combination of both. Our commitment is to continue treating you until you achieve a full recovery, even if your workers’ compensation coverage expires. In such cases, you will not be required to make any out-of-pocket payments.
- Specialist Referrals: In situations where your injuries exceed our scope of treatment or specialist intervention is necessary, we maintain a well-established network of trusted specialists. These specialists encompass orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, pain management experts, radiologists, and more.
If you have any questions or need to schedule an appointment, please feel free to reach out to our office. We understand the challenges you are facing and are dedicated to assisting you throughout your recovery process.