Returning to work after an injury can be tough. You might feel nervous about re-injuring yourself or wondering if you can do your job like before. But with the right steps, you can make the transition smoother and safer. For example, being around coworkers, having a routine, and feeling productive can boost your mood and […]
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Five Crucial Actions after a Workplace Injury
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 […]
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 […]
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 children with developmental delays, for instance, occupational therapists use the full scope […]
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 on this page because you’ve just sustained […]
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 […]
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 licensed occupational therapists will perform […]
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 fact, we can provide treatment for a variety of work-related injuries. […]
