Workplace injuries are any occupational injury or illness that is caused by elements in your workplace, which can include specific tasks you are paid to perform. Injuries can occur in people who work in various types of workplaces including factories, construction sites, offices, retail stores, and warehouses. Some workplace injuries can be related to repetitive movements while other injuries can be related to traumatic accidents. Common forms of workplace injuries include:
- Overexertion
- Falls
- Blunt force trauma
- Repetitive strain
- Improper lifting
- Chemical exposure
- Burns
Common Workplace Injuries
Lifting heavy objects the wrong way and repetitive strain injuries are some of the most common causes of workplace injuries, particularly in those individuals who work in industrial environments and offices. These workplace injuries generally involve some degree of joint and soft tissue damage. Some common workplace injuries include:
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Headache
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Rotator cuff tears
- Extremity numbness and tingling
How Nokomis Chiropractic can Help
Workplace injury chiropractor services have many different areas of care that help eliminate or reduce your pain and other symptoms and focus on treating the underlying cause of your condition. As workplace injury chiropractors, we can provide you with helpful strategies to help you avoid injuries in the future. At Nokomis Chiropractic, we are experts in rehabilitative therapy for occupational accidents and can create a treatment and recovery plan tailored to each patient's needs so they can return to work pain-free.
Working with Insurance
Worker’s compensation usually fully covers your chiropractic care if you experience an accident while working.
If you have any questions about worker's compensation or work injuries, call our office today at 612-822-0149.