When someone suffers a workplace injury, both workers and supervisors should take critical steps to ensure the health and safety of all involved. Proper handling of workplace injuries helps prevent future accidents, maintains a positive work environment compliant with OSHA standards, and ensures Workers’ Compensation claims proceed smoothly. Here are five actions to take after […]
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The Role of Spinal Adjustments in Chiropractic Treatment
Most people have likely heard of chiropractic care before, but far fewer know what it entails. At its core, chiropractic is a non-invasive, holistic approach to healing that focuses on the spine and its relationship to nerve function, muscle balance, and overall health. One of the key techniques chiropractors use is spinal adjustments, which can […]
DOT Physical Requirements: What to Expect During the Examination
If you work in the transportation industry, you probably already know you must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination to maintain your commercial driver’s license (CDL). But if you’re a first-time CDL applicant, or it’s just been a while since your last examination, you may wonder what the process entails. Don’t worry! Let’s […]
Drug Testing Laws: Navigating Legalities and Compliance
Drug testing in the workplace has become more and more common over the past few decades. There are testing categories mandated state by state and by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). Here are some tips for navigating the legalities and compliance so your workplace and your employees […]
Benefits of Regular Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic care is one of the most popular and effective types of alternative medicine services in the United States. Most people choose chiropractic care because it works to both prevent and to relieve pain and to normalize nerve and musculoskeletal function. Here, you will learn more about the benefits of regular chiropractic adjustments and where […]
Preparing for DOT Physicals: Tips for a Successful Examination
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is important for commercial drivers to ensure their overall health and fitness to operate vehicles safely. The patient must pass their DOT test to allow them to either continue with their employment or retain it. Here are some valuable tips and recommendations to help you prepare for successful […]
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, […]
Reasons Why You Can Get Injured At Work
Many of us take a safe working environment for granted, and sadly, injuries at work are all too common. Work-related injuries can be caused by a number of factors, and even workplaces with less obvious hazards can pose a risk to employees, regardless of the role. In 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor […]
How to Avoid Common Injuries from Work
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 prudent. Let’s talk about how you can help prevent injuries […]
How Chiropractic Care Helps Alleviate Back and Neck Pain
Nothing feels better than being healthy, but as we go through life, we may encounter some unpleasant distress due to injuries. Back and neck pain is one of the awful issues that reduces the quality of life no matter how old you are. It might be minor pain that can be easily ignored, but sometimes, […]
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 […]
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 is best for you. What Does An OT […]
