Workers’ Compensation​ Physical Therapy

Why Is It Important for Injured Workers To Start Physical Therapy ASAP?

According to OAA Orthopedic Specialists, receiving physical therapy for personal injury cases sooner rather than later can not only potentially lessen the time you will require therapy, but may also provide the following benefits:

• It may help you avoid surgery — physical therapy can potentially treat an injury or condition before surgery becomes necessary.
• It will strengthen muscles.
• It can increase your range of motion.
• It can help you get back to work and other physical activities quicker.
• It can relieve and/or eliminate pain.
• It can teach you how to prevent future injuries.
• It can speed up recovery time from surgeries. 

What Are The Most Common Types Of Workplace Injuries?

According to the National Safety Council (NSC) Injury Facts, two of the top three most common workplace injuries between 2021 and 2022 were “overexertion and bodily reaction” and “slips, trips, and falls.”

Overexertion And Bodily Reaction

Overexertion and bodily reaction include lifting, carrying, throwing, turning, pushing, etc., and include tasks that could result in repetitive strain injuries. The NSC states that this type of injury accounted for 521,350 injuries, and most commonly resulted in back injuries.

Slips, Trips, And Falls

Slips, trips, and falls accounted for 450,540 injuries and most commonly resulted in sprains, strains, or tears, according to NSC. Falling of any kind can potentially result in sprains, tears, and/or strains. It could also potentially cause back and neck injuries.

Understanding Physical Therapy

According to the Cleveland Clinic, physical therapy is a therapeutic part of a personalized treatment plan that is designed to improve the way the body moves by increasing flexibility, strength, and range of motion. Physical therapy aims to restore function, increase mobility, manage pain, and prevent further injuries.

Physical therapists work with patients with various types of injuries and chronic conditions to assist in the healing process. The goal of physical therapy is to get patients back to full mobility (when possible), and to teach them the tools to prevent further injury, so they can safely return to their normal routine.

What Are The Different Types Of Physical Therapy?

The different types of physical therapy that may or may not be included in your personalized treatment plan include:

• Stretches tailored to the specific part of the body affected.
• Strength training that targets the injury (with and without equipment such as weights, resistance bands, etc.).
• Message therapy.
• Hydrotherapy (water therapy).
• Cold therapy.
• Heat therapy.
• TENS unit (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation).

How Does ZKORC Help Patients Navigate Workers’ Compensation Approvals And Paperwork? 

ZKORC offers physical therapy and chiropractic therapy that is tailored to workers’ compensation cases. When receiving physical therapy through our work injury and personal injury rehabilitation program, we guarantee that you will receive:

• A free, complimentary consultation appointment.
• Frequent updates via progress reports that use standardized and objective benchmarks (these will be received every two weeks, sometimes even sooner).
• An appointment scheduled within 24 hours (generally closer to one hour).
• Access to evaluation reports within 24 hours of your visit.

For more information about ZKORC, visit our frequently asked questions page.

How Does ZKORC Assist Patients With Paperwork?

ZKORC not only helps with the process of workers’ compensation, but we also provide thorough and effective communication with your attorneys, adjusters, and case managers. We also provide on-site imaging of your injury before and after treatment for your records, so there is visual proof of your injury.

If you are not under a workers’ comp claim, our staff will verify if you have an insurance we accept, submit claims for you, and provide you with information about your financing options, including package rates and discounts. 

Receiving workers’ compensation physical therapy​ can be vexing. But receiving timely physical therapy is really the best and quickest way to feel better, improve your strength, flexibility, and mobility, and get you back to living the life you want. 

By receiving professional and supportive care like you’ll receive at ZKORC, you will be on your way to recovery, and have expert access to handling your workers’ compensation needs.