Have you been injured at work? Dr. Michael Brass at Comprehensive Chiropractic Care in East Meadow, NY, offers customized and effective treatment plans to provide relief from workers comp injuries.
Chiropractic Care and Workers Comp Injuries
Getting injured on the job is never fun. That’s especially true when that injury impacts your ability to work, carry out other regular tasks, and enjoy life. Chiropractors have become an integral part of the healing and recovery process, thanks to effective treatment techniques that are both non-invasive and medication-free. Learn more about common workers comp injuries, how to know it’s time to see a chiropractor, and how a chiropractor can help in the guide below from Dr. Brass and the team at Comprehensive Chiropractic Care in East Meadow, NY.
Types of Workplace Injuries
When most people think about work injuries, they think about slips and falls, accidents involving heavy machinery, or lifting heavy items. All of these incidents do occur in the workplace, but even those with desk jobs develop musculoskeletal injuries. Some common types of workplace injuries include:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Spinal misalignment
- Herniated discs
- Sciatica
- Overuse or repetitive movement injuries
- Strains and sprains
- Shoulder and knee injuries
- Neck injuries
When to See a Workers Comp Chiropractor
It’s always important to report and document your incident, as well as seek care immediately. Many injuries require emergency care, which should never be avoided. However, once that has been completed, it’s important to schedule an appointment with your chiropractor as soon as possible. However, if it’s been a while since your accident – even if it’s been years – and it wasn’t addressed promptly, chiropractic care can still help you heal. It’s never too late, but the earlier you can begin treatment, the faster you can recover and get past the suffering.
How Chiropractors Can Help
Chiropractors take a very customized approach to addressing pain and injuries. After completing a full assessment and examination to determine the root of your pain and the severity of your injury, a personalized plan will be developed to address your specific needs.
In almost all cases, you can expect this plan to involve adjustments. Restoring the alignment of the skeletal system is crucial for health and natural healing. Your plan may also include a combination of some or all of the following:
- Massage therapy
- Electrical stimulation therapy
- Intersegmental traction
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- Therapeutic exercise
By combining various targeted techniques, comprehensive and lasting healing can take place.
Don’t let workers comp injuries keep you from work or your life. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Brass at Comprehensive Chiropractic Care in East Meadow, NY, by calling (516) 489-2212 today.