Injury Management
WATCH VIDEO
Worksite injury prevention program
At St. Luke’s Occupational Medicine, we believe in a proactive approach to workplace health and safety. Our Worksite Injury Prevention Program is designed to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and improve employee well-being through comprehensive prevention strategies. Our team of industrial athletic trainers and injury prevention specialists work closely with employers to create a safer, healthier workforce by reducing claims, costs, and lost time while enhancing productivity.
WATCH VIDEO
Essential injury prevention strategies
Why treat injuries when you can prevent them? Our proactive approach focuses on a comprehensive workplace injury prevention program that positively impacts both employee wellness and company success. By reducing claims and costs, improving productivity and quality, and fostering a safer, healthier workforce, we can help you achieve long-term benefits.
Core Components of the Worksite Injury Prevention Program
Our back pain prevention program addresses common workplace safety hazards, emphasizing proper lifting techniques, injury prevention, and supervisor training for ongoing safety awareness.
We conduct ergonomic assessments and job hazard analyses to identify and address injury risks. Employees receive training on proper body mechanics and ergonomic best practices, helping reduce strain and improve workplace safety.
Recognizing early signs of MSDs is crucial in preventing injuries. Our specialists provide quick interventions to address discomfort before it leads to lost work time, ensuring employees stay healthy and productive.
Employee wellness plays a key role in injury prevention. Our specialists provide guidance on hydration, nutrition, and fitness, supporting overall workforce health and productivity.
We provide safety training, including CPR, first aid, and proactive safety audits, to create a more prepared and protected workplace. Our Worksite Injury Prevention Program is adaptable to your company’s specific needs, working in collaboration with your safety team to foster a culture of health, safety, and injury prevention.
Employee wellness plays a key role in injury prevention. Our specialists provide guidance on hydration, nutrition, and fitness, supporting overall workforce health and productivity.
Our program begins with a structured warm-up and stretching routine, designed based on employee feedback and workplace observations. This initiative ensures all employees are educated on proper stretching techniques and the benefits of movement before starting their shifts. Athletic trainers monitor progress and make ongoing adjustments to maximize effectiveness.
What happens when an injury occurs
When an injury happens at your workplace, St. Luke’s Occupational Medicine is here to provide immediate and comprehensive care. Here’s what you can expect:
- Immediate Treatment: Our team of caring professionals will provide prompt and appropriate treatment for the injury or illness at one of our more than 20 convenient locations.
- Follow-Up Care: We ensure follow-up care according to pre-established quality and cost control standards to facilitate a smooth recovery process.
- Case Management: Our workers’ compensation case management resources create a closed loop of control for employers, from the onset of injury or illness to discharge. This includes:
- A dedicated nurse Case Manager to coordinate care.
- Referrals to specialists with continued monitoring and coordination of care.
- Coordination of rehabilitation, transitional work assignments, and/or work site modifications.
- Communication: We maintain ongoing communication between the injured employee, the employer, the insurer, and our healthcare professionals to facilitate a prompt return to work and action plans for case closure.
- Prevention and Safety Programs: We use computerized trending and accident analysis to develop injury prevention and safety programs, helping to reduce the likelihood of future incidents.