Being injured at work can lead to not only lost income and possibly permanent injuries on the employee’s side, but also a drop in productivity from the employer’s perspective. This is why establishing a safe workplace is both legally necessary and ethically, morally, and financially [Read More]
Occupational Health
News and Advice About Occupational Therapy
Did you know that April is Occupational Therapy Month in the United States? This year’s theme is “Occupational Therapy: Empowering Everyday Living.” Occupational therapy is a profession that helps people with injury, illness, or disability perform practical tasks to their utmost ability. If you have [Read More]
Occupational Therapy Needed for Children
Occupational therapy is dubbed “the life-changing discipline” for various reasons. It is an evidence-based profession whose goal is to help people of all ages living with a disability, injury, or illness complete everyday activities and overcome barriers that affect their overall well-being. For [Read More]
Workplace Safety: Are You at Risk?
Occupational accidents and work-related injuries claim lives every day. In the United States, there were 4,764 fatal and 2.7 million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses recorded in 2020. Out of those, there were over 1 million non-fatal injuries that caused a worker to miss at least one day [Read More]
Tips for Recovering from an Injury at Work
Any workplace injury can have a significant impact on not only the injured person but also their family. It can cause lost productivity and, in severe cases, even permanent disability which, in turn, can pose a threat to both the worker’s earning capacity and financial stability. Whether you’re [Read More]
Which Occupational Therapy Programs Are Best For You?
Occupational therapy is the branch of health care that helps an individual accommodate and overcome limitations caused by illness, a congenital defect, or injury. Your care plan depends on your individual needs and desired goals. Here’s how you and your therapist will determine which type of program [Read More]
When is Occupational Physical Therapy Needed?
Are you experiencing pain or discomfort that is affecting your ability to work? Or are you seeking a way to improve your health, function, and overall quality of life? Occupational physical therapy may be the answer. Read on to know more about what occupational physical therapy is and how it might [Read More]
5 Ways We Can Help You Through Your Occupational Therapy Journey
A workplace injury can bring on physical, mental, and even financial distress, especially when you’re not sure as to how long it will take you to fully recover. If you sustained an injury while on the job, visit us at WorkPartners Occupational Health in Grand Junction, Colorado. One of our [Read More]
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Today’s Working Adults With Neck Pain
Is your occupation and workspace putting undue strain on your cervical spine and neck muscles. If so, occupational therapy from the health experts at WorkPartners Occupational Health can help. Ergonomics and Occupational Health Ergonomics and occupational health go hand in hand. Ergonomics work to [Read More]
Injured at Work? What to Do Next
Workplace injuries are sometimes inevitable. When they occur, it is important to take the right steps. Most people are unaware of what to do until a workplace injury actually occurs. At WorkPartners Occupational Health, we routinely help employers and employees with work-related injuries. In [Read More]
Why Is A DOT Physical Required?
If you want to drive a commercial vehicle for a living, your first step should be to secure a physical assessment clearance from the DOT. You can easily do this by searching for “DOT physical near me.” Occupational health specialists offer this physical evaluation to ensure you're healthy enough to [Read More]
What You Should Do if You Get Injured at Work
If you suffer an injury while performing your work, there are certain steps you should take in order to make the process of receiving workers’ compensation and proper healthcare for your injury as straightforward as possible. Your employer should have a procedure in place to ensure that you have (1) [Read More]
