Work-Related Injuries are very common

Work-related injuries are very common, we are sure you have probably seen some in your life. Did you know that there are some more common than others? Let's talk about them.

Repetitive Motion

Many people think a work-related injury is something that happens in a warehouse or on a construction site, but repetitive motion injuries can happen to anyone who repeats the same motions all day long. Do you work in a kitchen and prep food all day? Do you type at a computer all day? Repetitive motion injuries include carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis among other painful conditions.

Objects

If you do work in a warehouse or on a construction site, you might be injured by a falling object. Anyone can get hit on the head by falling objects, but these injuries tend to happen on active worksites. However, file boxes in an office storage room can tumble and food supplies at a fast-food restaurant. A falling object can damage your head, neck, shoulders, and spinal cord, especially if the object is heavy.

Slips and Falls

Another common work-related injury is to slip and fall. You might slip on a wet floor or trip over a computer cord. The workplace should always be kept free of falling hazards, as the injuries related to such can be serious, including a broken hip or severe back problems. Thankfully, chiropractic care can alleviate pain and stimulate healing for a quicker and less painful recovery from a fall.

Overexertion

Overexertion is basically repetitive motion on steroids. You might be carrying construction materials all day long and overexerting your back, hips, arms, and shoulders. You might be a delivery driver who has to lift and carry heavy boxes all day long. Overexertion is also a work-related injury that can be treated with chiropractic medicine because chiropractic medicine treats alignment, joint, and muscular issues.

If any of these types of injuries sounds like something you have experienced, give us a call. We’d be happy to point you in the right direction to get the compensation you deserve.