Industrial Rehab

Premiere is proud to be a DSI certified clinic. We are dedicated to the safety of the worker; early, fair and effective return to full duty; improved productivity for the employer; and a system that works collaboratively with medical professionals. Premiere Physical Therapy and Sport Medicine specializes in the prevention, treatment and functional evaluation of work-place related injuries. We offer a range of services designed to meet the rehabilitative and preventative needs of the workers compensation community.

Industrial Rehabilitation is a structured and goal-oriented program designed to help people identify work capacities, regain functional skills and return to work after an injury.

Functional Job Matching Education and Training The core of a successful rehabilitation service is ability of the healthcare practitioner to objectively evaluate the physical and functional ability of a client, objectively determine the physical and functional requirements of jobs, design treatment programs that focus on a rapid and safe return to a specific job and make appropriate recommendations to workers and employers on work methods to eliminate or reduce the risk of injury.

• Job Function Analysis
• Functional Ergonomics
• Job Function Descriptions
• Job Function Testing (post offer, return to work)
• Job Function Matching
• DSI Functional Capacity Assessment
• Rapid Return to Work Programming

Functional Capacity Evaluations This four hour evaluation is designed to help determine a person's ability to safely function in a work environment, reducing risk of re-injury. Strength, flexibility and capacity to perform work tasks, such as lifting, carrying, typing, computer work, kneeling and squatting are assessed. From this evaluation, the employer and industrial rehabilitation team can determine a patient’s current abilities and develop an appropriate treatment plan to facilitate safe return to work.

On Site Job Analysis and Work Site Evaluations A DSI certified therapist will go directly to the place of employment and observe the worker performing his/her job duties. This allows the therapist to identify any potential job hazards and offer suggestions to help the person perform his/her job more comfortably and easily. Workstation modifications for improved ergonomics and safety will be recommended as needed.

Work Conditioning Work Conditioning is a comprehensive program that uses an interdisciplinary approach to help the injured worker safely return to work. The goals of a work conditioning program are to help the patient:

• Develop a physical tolerance for work with work station simulation
• Regain flexibility, mobility, strength and endurance
• Learn safe work techniques dependent upon their specific job
• Assess tools or job modifications for a safe return to work
• Education

Corporate Services

In addition to providing excellent rehabilitative services, Premiere Physical Therapy specializes in workers' safety and injury prevention. Our team of industrial rehabilitation professionals provides on-site work site evaluations, pre-employment and post-offer screenings, and potential work risk analysis and education to employees. Goals of our corporate service are to reduce work related injuries, loss time and workers' compensation expenses.

Corporate Wellness

Corporate Wellness Programs
A corporate wellness program is a customized service with the objective to improving employee health, improving company productivity while lowering health insurance claims. Based on a health screen, a set of goals is identified and the wellness program facilitator then develops an appropriate program, works with the employer on implementation and tracking results. Ideally the wellness program will provide a variety of health solutions from which employees can achieve their personal objectives. It is strongly recommended that any wellness program be 100% voluntary and we suggest that a reward system is included to increase employee participation and their dedication to achieving results.

Corporate Wellness Program Results
A successful corporate wellness program will generate an awareness of ways to improve personal health and quality of life. With an understanding of risks or harm from certain behaviors, practices or habits people are more likely to modify their behaviors and lifestyle. For the employer this means fewer claims on health insurance benefits, improved workplace attendance and overall productivity. For the employee it typically means more energy, a better physical appearance and prevention of diminished life expectancy. Corporate Wellness programs are a win-win for everyone.

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