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Development of a work rehabilitation center
1Iowa Medical Clinic, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
College Review (Denver, Colo.)
|January 3, 1993
Summary
Many employees re-injure themselves after rehabilitation, highlighting the need for workplace job modifications. A work rehabilitation center offering work-hardening and physical conditioning emerged as a viable solution to prevent re-injury.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Workplace Safety
Background:
- Rising workers' compensation costs necessitate innovative solutions.
- High rates of employee re-injury post-rehabilitation indicate a gap in current return-to-work strategies.
- The need for job modification is evident to support employees returning to the workplace.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the efficacy of a work rehabilitation center in preventing employee re-injury.
- To explore the role of work-hardening and physical conditioning in return-to-work programs.
- To present a case study on modifying jobs for employees at risk of re-injury.
Main Methods:
- Case study approach examining a work rehabilitation center.
- Inclusion of work-hardening programs.
- Integration of physical conditioning protocols.
Main Results:
- The work rehabilitation center was identified as a viable solution.
- Work-hardening and physical conditioning were key components.
- The study addresses the challenge of employee re-injury upon return to work.
Conclusions:
- Work rehabilitation centers offer a promising model for reducing employee re-injury.
- Job modification through specialized programs is crucial for sustained return to work.
- Addressing the root causes of re-injury can mitigate rising workers' compensation costs.