When MRI Findings Don’t Equal Injury
—Why Onsite Physiotherapy Matters More Than Imaging in Workplace Shoulder Pain
Read moreShoulder pain in your workplace can significantly hinder productivity and employee well-being. Common causes include:
Found in manufacturing, healthcare, and office settings, where tasks require repeated movements.
Occurring in the construction and mining industries, where workers engage in heavy lifting and operate machinery.
A common factor for office workers who spend extensive hours at desks with inadequate ergonomic setups.
Accidental injuries, whether acute or developed over time, can lead to serious shoulder conditions requiring comprehensive care.
Employ Health provides onsite physiotherapy services tailored to the specific needs of Perth's workforce. Our experienced physiotherapists deliver targeted care directly at your workplace, offering preventative treatments and exercises and injury management to address shoulder pain effectively.
Identifying and treating shoulder pain proactively is important to preventing chronic conditions. Our early intervention programs focus on quick, effective treatment and exercise strategies to alleviate symptoms and ensure workers can continue their roles without disruption.
Employ Health’s detailed pre-employment screening is used to assess each candidate's physical capability to perform their job role without risking shoulder injuries. This assists in ensuring a good match between the worker’s physical condition and job requirements.
For workers experiencing shoulder pain, Employ Health designs customised rehabilitation programs that focus on recovery and strength rebuilding. These programs are key to facilitating a safe and sustainable return to work, minimising the risk of re-injury and maximising productivity.
Our job capacity matching service evaluates the physical demands of the various job roles in your workplace and matches them with the worker's capabilities, thereby minimising the risk of shoulder pain by ensuring that employees are placed in suitable positions.
Employ Health conducts ergonomic assessments to identify and minimise risk factors in the workplace that contribute to shoulder pain. We provide actionable recommendations for ergonomic adjustments and offer training to workers on maintaining optimal postures and using ergonomic tools and equipment.
Shoulder pain is a prevalent concern that can significantly impact the health and efficiency of your Perth based workplace. With Employ Health’s comprehensive (program based) approach, combining targeted physiotherapy treatments, preventative measures, and ergonomic solutions, we will work with you to set your workplace up for success to be a safe, productive environment that cares for its workers.
Reach out to us today to discover how we can help you manage shoulder pain within your workforce, fostering a healthier, more vibrant workplace for everyone.
—Why Onsite Physiotherapy Matters More Than Imaging in Workplace Shoulder Pain
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