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Return to Sport vs. Return to Work

Posted on June 20, 2022 by Chelsea Silva, PT, DPT

The American Physical Therapy Association describes Physical Therapists as “movement experts who improve quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on...
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Importance of Work Conditioning For Employers and Employees

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT

In 2019, the CDC estimated that 2.4 million workers sustained work-related injuries. Work injuries carry a unique set of stress...
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The Benefits of Work Conditioning Following Occupational Therapy

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Erik Krol, MOT, OTR/L

Completing an Occupational Therapy program for an upper extremity injury helps many individuals regain the skills and abilities to return...
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Making Work Comfortable

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Malvika Sampath, PT, DPT

Whether you are working at home or the office, it is important to consider your workplace setup. Due to poor...
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Concussions in the Workplace

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Athletico

Approximately 1 in 4 mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBIs) in adults occur at work and are associated with substantial productivity...
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Q&A with a Men’s Health Physical Therapist

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Nate Mancillas, PT, DPT, MS CSCS

During Men’s Health Awareness Month, we encourage men to take steps toward living a healthier life by staying active, maintaining...
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What is Work Conditioning and What Are the Benefits?

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Athletico

Work conditioning is a somewhat misunderstood program. Some think it is for injured workers who have failed acute therapy, some...
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5 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help You Get Back to Work

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Brianna Brackin, PT, DPT

People who work in labor intensive jobs are often thought of as “industrial athletes” due to the heavy physical demands...
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