Workplace Injuries: Understanding the Pain and Finding Relief

If you are dealing with pain from a workplace injury, you are not alone. Millions of workers experience workplace-related pain every year, costing employers billions in workers’ compensation claims and lost productivity.

Unfortunately, many jobs place significant physical demands on the body, particularly the back, shoulders, and neck. And workplace pain isn’t exclusive to physically demanding jobs like nursing or construction. Even desk jobs can lead to back pain and other work-related issues.

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Impact on Productivity

Every year, about 186 million workdays are lost due to back pain alone, leading to substantial declines in productivity and increased labor costs.

While back pain is the most common workplace injury, other issues such as overexertion, falls, and repetitive motion injuries are also significant contributors.

According to a 2012 Liberty Mutual study, the cost of the most disabling workplace injuries and illnesses totaled $51.1 billion annually in workers’ compensation expenses – nearly $1 billion each week.

Contributing Factors to Workplace Pain

The Mayo Clinic identified several factors that contribute to workplace injuries:

  • Force: Lifting or moving heavy objects can strain your back, leading to injury.
  • Repetition: Performing repetitive movements can cause muscle fatigue and injuries, especially when stretching beyond your range of motion or working in awkward positions.
  • Posture: Poor posture, such as slouching, exaggerates your spine’s natural curves and can lead to muscle fatigue and pain.
  • Stress: Workplace pressure can increase anxiety, which is directly linked to muscle tension and tightness, exacerbating back pain or injuries.

The Broader Impact of Workplace Injuries

Workplace injuries don’t just affect productivity; they can also impact other areas of life. Many workers return to their jobs while still in pain, fearing that reporting their injury might jeopardize their career.

Others worry about whether their injury will hinder their ability to continue working. Many spend so much time managing flare-ups and treating their injuries that their personal lives, families, and social connections are often neglected.

Effective Relief with Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy

Nobody should have to endure pain in the workplace. Gentle, non-surgical spinal decompression therapy is a highly effective option for treating workplace injuries.

By gently decompressing the affected spinal areas and restoring them to their natural state, our spinal disc doctors can relieve your pain and help you return to work and daily activities.

Take the First Step Toward Pain Relief

If you or someone you know is suffering from a workplace injury, contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Our medical professionals will evaluate your condition and determine if gentle, non-surgical spinal decompression therapy is the right solution for your pain.

Contact Restore Health Group, LLC at (352) 693-2109 to Schedule Your Consultation Today!