Occupational Health Physiotherapy

You will be greeted by our friendly admin staff and asked to fill out a form including your past history and how your current condition is affecting your life. Your occupational health physiotherapist will then perform an indepth assessment by asking you questions around your injury or condition and performing physical testing to assist in diagnosis the cause of your problem. Once the source of your problem has been identified your physio will begin treatment to assist with easing your symptoms, provide education on how you can manage and recover from your condition and provide exercises for you to complete at home to help get better faster. At the end of your first occupational physiotherapy session your physiotherapist will give you a written plan outlining your diagnosis, how long it should take to get better and what they and you will do throughout treatment to improve your symptoms and condition.

While both occupational health physiotherapy and physical therapy aim to improve physical function, occupational health physiotherapy specifically focuses on addressing workplace-related injuries and optimising work-related tasks. Physical therapy, on the other hand, has a broader scope and can address a wide range of musculoskeletal and movement-related conditions.

In many cases, a referral from your employer or doctor is not required for occupational health physiotherapy. However, it is recommended to check with your employer or insurance provider to understand any specific requirements or coverage limitations.

Occupational health physiotherapy can treat a variety of work-related injuries and conditions, such as repetitive strain injuries, back and neck pain, muscle strains, joint injuries, postural issues, and ergonomic-related problems. It also provides rehabilitation following workplace accidents or surgeries.

Occupational physiotherapy employs a proactive approach by identifying potential workplace hazards, assessing ergonomic factors, and educating employees on proper body mechanics and injury prevention strategies. By promoting healthy work habits and implementing preventive measures, it aims to reduce the risk of workplace injuries.

Yes, occupational physiotherapy plays a crucial role in facilitating a safe and successful return to work after an injury or surgery. The physiotherapist for workplace injuries will collaborate with you and your healthcare team to develop a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, address functional limitations, and provide strategies to gradually reintegrate into your work tasks.