Return to Work

This Chief Medical Officer Details the Life-Changing Impact Occupational Therapy Has on Injured Workers

For Concentra’s John Anderson, getting patients back to work after an injury is what keeps him passionate about his job.

Why Every State Workers’ Compensation Program Should Follow Tennessee’s Example

You Need to Know Why PTSD Could Be Impacting Return to Work

Opinion | How a Doctor’s Note Improves Return-to-Work Results

DMEC’s Marcia Carruthers on Three Decades of Building a Profession

Recently in Return to Work

Thrown from a Horse: How Technology Gave One Worker His Life Back

As workers’ compensation technology continues to grow, nurse case managers find the right devices to foster independence and cut costs.

Getting Injured Workers Off Opioids: What Role Does Your Nurse Case Manager Play?

It’s not news that the opioid epidemic continues to spread. But nurses know how to intervene and stop addiction.

After Traumatic Injury, Workers’ Comp Thrives with This Return-to-Work Strategy

After a life-changing injury, emotional barriers can hinder a person’s ability to re-enter the workforce. Focus on psychosocial factors is vital.

Opinion | Depression and Hallucinogens: Cutting Workers’ Comp Costs as a Team

Some suggest hallucinogenic drugs can cure depression plaguing injured workers.

The Power of a Job Description: Cut Claim Time and Prevent Reinjury

With a detailed and accurate job description at the ready, case managers can help treating physicians make better decisions about return-to-work options.

How Virtual Reality is Changing the Way We Treat Chronic Pain

A significant number of patients report reduced pain after only 15 minutes of virtual reality immersion.

Empowering Injured Workers to Heal

Educating injured workers provides them with a sense of control over their care and their recovery.

Treating Chronic Pain With Therapies Instead of Drugs

Other pain relief therapies hold substantial promise in defeating drug dependency.

Absence and Disability Forecast

Look for technology to continue to improve efficiency.

The Injured Worker’s Family

Incidents at work affect more than the injured. How can a nurse case manager help the family cope?

Don’t Forget the ADA! How to Build a Premier Return to Work Program

Learn the types and components of successful return to work programs that incorporate ADA principles.

Real-Life ‘Robocop’ Jeremy Romero Discusses the Power of Community at NWCDC

After a catastrophic injury, this real-life robocop was able to walk again thanks to a strong support system.

Telerehab Poised to Grow but Barriers Remain

Remote rehabilitation services offer the potential for savings in both time and money, but adoption is slow.

The Power of Creating a Value-Based Accommodation

Workplace accommodations don’t have to be viewed as a hindrance, but rather an opportunity to support your people.

Advocacy Takes Off

For Delta Air Lines, putting employees first is the right thing to do for all company stakeholders.

Carrots, Not Sticks

At Rochester Regional Health, the workers’ comp and safety team champion employee engagement and positive reinforcement.

Getting It Right

Better coordination of workers’ compensation risk management spelled success for the Massachusetts Port Authority.

Fit for Duty

Recognizing parallels between athletes and public safety officials, the city of Denver made tailored fitness training part of its safety plan.

Triage, Transparency and Teamwork

When the City of Surprise, Ariz. got proactive about reining in its claims, it also took steps to get employees engaged in making things better for everyone.

A Lesson in Leadership

Shared responsibility, data analysis and a commitment to employees are the hallmarks of Benco Dental’s workers’ comp program.

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