When an injury happens on the job, returning to work quickly with full recovery is the primary goal. On average, each work injury results in 21 days of disability and 99 million days of lost productivity annually. The most common work injuries include sprains, strains, cuts, punctures, fractures, and contact with objects and equipment, leading to time off of work. You should see a doctor as soon as possible following an accident at work.
Once a worker is away from their job for some time, the risk of deconditioning increases. A full recovery and returning to a pre-injured state are top priorities for the worker and their employer. ACE Rehab offers Functional Capacity Evaluations, Work Hardening & Work Conditioning rehabilitation programs to aid workers in their journey towards recovery and a safe return to work.
Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) - is a performance test used to determine one's ability to return to work safely after an injury. Some restrictions and modifications may get incorporated in the action plan upon returning to work, the results of the FCE plan will get shared between the employer and physician.
Work Hardening & Work Conditioning Program - A specialized physical therapy protocol offers intensive treatment sessions for workers in a chronic phase of their rehabilitation return to a labor-intensive job. Ideal candidates for this program are construction workers, police officers, firefighters, and anyone with a job that has physical requirements. A team of professionals will address the injured worker's specific needs, utilizing specialized equipment and job stimulation tasks, helping the worker go back to their job without restrictions.
Employers must provide their employees with a safe and healthy working environment; however, accidents still happen despite these efforts. Injured workers must make sure that they have fully recovered from their injuries and learn how to prevent future injuries from occurring. Returning to work too early may affect recovery and cause reinjury. ACE Rehab can help patients return to the pre-injury level of work-related activity in a safe and timely fashion.
The team at ACE Rehab is here to guide you after an injury. We will assist you in navigating insurance claims, and offer you a personalized treatment plan to get you back to work safely and quickly. For an in-depth evaluation of your injury, please call or visit www.acerehab.com.