An incredible 4.9m working days were lost to back pain in 2003/04* - the cost to businesses in terms of revenue and lost output is staggering.
Back pain and other musculoskeletal disorders can often be treated relatively quickly, if identified soon enough, therefore reducing loss to businesses. In fact, in most cases, it is important that a patient remains active and continues with a normal routine. The treatment and management of such disorders requires a team effort: an employer has a responsibility for the health and safety of all staff, whilst employees have a responsibility to adhere to and respect any policies as outlined by the company.
Businesses who consider the well-being of staff as paramount to best performance will benefit from our expertise and advice as follows:
- We offer rapid access to expert advice and treatment leading to a faster recovery time and reduced absence from work
- We develop a recovery plan with exercises to prevent the injury re-occurring
- We advise employees on work-station layout and 'deskercises' to reduce postural stresses and strains.
Access to Physiotherapy at work is an attractive recriutment and retention incentive for staff.
For further information on developing an unique programme for your company, please call Elaine Gillies at the Clinic.
