Workplace Injury Prevention: How Occupational Therapy Can Help
From Functional Therapy & Wellness Inc. | Proactive Occupational Therapy Services offered in Vancouver Metro, Surrey, Langley, Maple Ridge, Delta, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Pitt Meadows
Workplace injuries are not only costly in terms of medical expenses and insurance claims, but they can also lead to lost productivity, employee turnover, and significant downtime. Prevention is always the best strategy, and Occupational Therapy (OT) plays a key role in reducing workplace injuries before they occur.
How OT Helps Prevent Workplace Injuries
Our occupational therapists assess work environments and employee tasks to identify potential risks and hazards that may lead to injury. These include:
Ergonomic risk factors, such as poor posture or repetitive motion
Psychosocial stressors that contribute to mental health concerns (e.g., anxiety, burnout)
Poor body mechanics that could lead to musculoskeletal strain
Inadequate workplace accommodations for employees with existing injuries or disabilities
Key Injury Prevention Strategies
By working with employers, insurers, and case managers, we implement strategies such as:
Workstation ergonomics evaluations and modifications
Job task analysis to identify and adjust high-risk activities
Training in proper lifting techniques, posture, and safe movement
Stress management programs to reduce anxiety and mental fatigue
Early intervention programs for workers showing early signs of discomfort or injury
Why Employers and Insurers Benefit
Investing in workplace injury prevention helps:
Reduce workers’ compensation claims
Decrease absenteeism and improve productivity
Enhance employee satisfaction and retention rates
Lower overall healthcare and rehabilitation costs
Functional Therapy & Wellness Inc. provides customized training programs, ergonomic assessments, and ongoing support to keep workplaces safe and healthy.
🏢 Partner with us for injury prevention in your workplace. We offer in-person and virtual evaluations for organizations of all sizes.
