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4 Tips For A Successful Work Conditioning Program

Posted on by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that over 2.8 million worker compensation claims are filed annually. Many of the people who get hurt on the job will likely experience physical therapy for some period of time. The severity of the injury and the length of time you are away from your job will help determine if you are a candidate for going into a Work Conditioning Program.

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What is Work Conditioning and What Are the Benefits?

Posted on by Athletico

Work conditioning is a somewhat misunderstood program. Some think it is for injured workers who have failed acute therapy, some believe it is the last chance before a patient reaches the end of care, and some assume it is acute physical therapy but with more lifting involved.

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