Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that replaces lost wages and covers medical and chiropractic care for individuals injured on the job. It typically addresses a variety of injuries that can affect almost any worker. These injuries may occur due to slip and fall accidents, tripping over hazards or unsafe surfaces, or falling off ladders. In some cases, workers’ compensation also covers injuries sustained while driving or traveling for work-related duties.
Many neck and back issues associated with workers’ compensation arise from spinal misalignment, where the bones of the spine move out of position. Other work-related neck and back problems result from soft tissue injuries, such as whiplash, impacting the muscles, nerves, and connective tissue of the neck and back.
Musculoskeletal disorders affect a person’s muscles, bones, joints, and connective tissues, including tendons and ligaments. Various musculoskeletal disorders can prevent a worker from performing their duties, such as:
- Sprains, strains, and tears
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries
- Headaches and migraines
Chiropractic care focuses on treating musculoskeletal disorders and other injuries, making it an effective long-term solution for many workers injured on the job. Both chiropractic care and acupuncture are effective treatments for these conditions, supporting natural healing processes.
Chiropractic care for workers’ compensation at Hoang Chiropractic Center may include advanced spinal correction using state-of-the-art chiropractic techniques and spinal adjustments, acupuncture, corrective exercises, lifestyle advice, nutritional counseling, custom orthotics, and physiotherapy. Spinal adjustments can free trapped nerves and relieve pressure on the discs cushioning the bones of the neck and spine. Acupuncture stimulates the body’s production of painkillers and anti-inflammatory agents and supports the immune system, positively affecting heart rate, brain activity, and blood pressure for patients struggling with workplace injuries covered under workers’ compensation.
For more information on workers’ compensation and chiropractic care at Hoang Chiropractic Center, please contact us.