Work-Related Injury Treatment

Work-related injuries can be disruptive to your daily routine, impacting your ability to perform your job and affecting your overall quality of life. Whether caused by repetitive strain, poor ergonomics, lifting injuries, or accidents at work, these injuries require specialized care to ensure a safe and effective recovery. At ARK Physical Therapy, serving Plano and Frisco, Texas, we provide evidence-based treatments designed to help you heal, regain function, and prevent further injury.

What are Work-Related Injuries?

Work-related injuries are injuries sustained as a result of physical activity or conditions associated with a person’s job. They can occur due to:

  • Repetitive Strain: Caused by repetitive tasks, such as typing, lifting, or using hand tools, leading to conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, or muscle fatigue.
  • Slips, Trips, and Falls: Accidents in the workplace that can cause sprains, fractures, or contusions.
  • Overexertion: Lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy objects improperly, resulting in back pain, shoulder injuries, or strains.
  • Poor Ergonomics: Sitting or standing in positions that strain muscles, joints, or nerves over time, leading to neck, back, and wrist pain.
  • Accidental Injuries: Sudden accidents, such as falls from heights or machinery malfunctions, causing fractures, sprains, or contusions.

How ARK Physical Therapy Treats Work-Related Injuries

At ARK Physical Therapy, we specialize in treating work-related injuries with a comprehensive, individualized approach that focuses on reducing pain, restoring function, and preventing future injuries.

1. Thorough Evaluation

Our first step is to conduct a detailed evaluation to understand the specific nature of your injury. This includes:

  • A review of your medical history and symptoms
  • A physical assessment to determine the extent of the injury and functional limitations
  • Advanced performance testing to identify movement dysfunctions, muscle imbalances, or ergonomic issues

2. Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities

We use a variety of advanced, non-invasive therapies to address your injury and promote recovery, such as:

  • Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to relieve pain, reduce stiffness, and improve mobility.
  • Shockwave Therapy: Stimulates tissue healing, particularly for chronic conditions such as tendonitis or muscle strains.
  • Ultrasound Therapy: Enhances blood flow to injured areas, helping to reduce inflammation and accelerate recovery.
  • Electrotherapy: Uses TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) or Iontophoresis to reduce pain and promote healing in soft tissues.
  • Dry Needling: Targets muscle trigger points to reduce pain and improve muscle function.

3. Customized Exercise Programs

Exercise plays a key role in the rehabilitation of work-related injuries. We create personalized exercise plans that focus on:

  • Strengthening: Targeting muscles weakened or injured by the accident or repetitive motion.
  • Flexibility: Restoring range of motion to stiff or overused muscles and joints.
  • Postural and Movement Training: Addressing poor posture or movement patterns that may have contributed to the injury.
  • Core Stability Training: Strengthening the core to reduce strain on the back, neck, and shoulders.

4. Ergonomic Assessments and Education

Prevention is key to avoiding future work-related injuries. We provide:

  • Workplace Ergonomics: Recommendations for improving your workstation setup, from desk adjustments to proper chair support and tool usage.
  • Posture Education: Training on proper posture and body mechanics while lifting, sitting, or performing other tasks.
  • Task Modification: Advice on how to modify repetitive tasks or movements to reduce strain and prevent reinjury.

5. Return-to-Work Strategies

Our goal is to get you back to work safely and effectively. We assist with:

  • Gradual Return-to-Work Programs: Helping you transition back to work in a manner that prevents re-injury and builds strength.
  • Functional Capacity Evaluations: Assessing your ability to perform the physical demands of your job and identifying any limitations.
  • Work Conditioning and Hardening: Comprehensive programs designed to build the strength and endurance necessary for your specific work activities.

Why Choose ARK Physical Therapy for Work-Related Injury Treatment?

  • Experienced Therapists: Our team has extensive knowledge of work-related injuries, including ergonomic assessments and injury prevention.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility: We offer advanced therapies and testing tools to accelerate your recovery.
  • Personalized Treatment Plans: Each treatment plan is customized to meet your specific injury, job demands, and recovery goals.
  • Convenient Locations: Proudly serving the Plano and Frisco, Texas communities.

Benefits of Our Work-Related Injury Treatment

  • Reduced pain and inflammation
  • Improved strength, flexibility, and function
  • Enhanced ability to return to work safely and efficiently
  • Prevention of future injuries through ergonomic training and self-care strategies
  • Comprehensive rehabilitation to ensure full recovery

Don’t let a work-related injury hold you back from performing at your best. At ARK Physical Therapy, we are committed to helping you recover, get back to work, and prevent future injuries.

Contact us today to schedule your consultation and start your journey to recovery. Proudly serving Plano and Frisco, Texas.