Back pain is more than just a simple inconvenience. It can disrupt every part of daily life. From hoisting a bag of groceries to focusing on work or enjoying an evening stroll, things can be hard. If you have dealt with nagging or sudden pain in your back, you know how tough it is to […]
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Drug Testing and Employment: What to Know
Drug testing is an important topic for both employers and employees. It plays a vital role in keeping workplaces safe and productive. Let us explore the important link between drug testing and employment. We will also discuss why this test matters, how it works, and what both employers and workers need to know. Why Do […]
Employee Health Matters: Strategies for Optimal Health
Taking care of employees’ health is vital for building a productive and happy workforce. Healthy employees not only perform better but also feel valued and supported. But how can businesses ensure their employees stay physically and mentally fit? In this blog, we will explore strategies to promote employee health and the role of occupational health […]
Tips to Boost Employee Health and Wellness
Employee health is more than just an HR issue. It is a critical component of overall business success. Employers who prioritize the health of their employees often see an increase in productivity. Healthy employees are absent less often and have higher morale. These benefits create an environment where employees thrive. Thriving employees means a company […]
Injured at Work? Take Charge of Your Recovery With These Steps
There are few things more concerning than a workplace injury. The physical pain and limitations of the injury itself seem daunting, affecting your ability to work and perform daily tasks. In this blog, we will discuss steps you can take to manage your recovery and get safely back to work. Step #1: Report Any Workplace […]
How Occupational Therapy Can Improve Quality of Life for Individuals with Disabilities
Living with a disability can be challenging. This is especially true for those who experience difficulty with carrying out daily tasks due to various disabilities such as cerebral palsy, autism, Down syndrome, musculoskeletal disability, and so on. Having a disability can make simple, everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and walking difficult, which can ultimately […]
Your Legal Rights When You Get Injured at Work
No matter how carefully you work at your workplace and how safe and healthy your workplace is, accidents and injuries can still happen. Workplace injuries include everything from broken bones and occupational illnesses to aggravation of preexisting illnesses and psychological problems. The legal rights when you get injured at work are protected by workers’ compensation, […]
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 a condition affecting your ability to carry out daily functions, […]
Pinnacol Assurance: What Is It and What Should I Know About It?
You don’t have to be a savvy business owner to figure out that there’s no way you can fully prevent injuries from happening in the workplace. That is why workers’ compensation insurance exists: to protect not just your employee, but also you, the employer. Without it, you will likely be looking at fines and lawsuits […]
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 of work. Apart from physical injury, workplace […]
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) financial security and (2) appropriate […]
