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If you’ve been injured on the job, navigating your workers’ comp claim while seeking effective treatment can seem overwhelming.

At Performance Physical Therapy, we bring 35 years of experience to help you recover fully and safely from work-related injuries.

Whether you’re suffering from a recent injury or dealing with chronic pain, our experienced team is dedicated to guiding you through every step of the recovery process.

The Importance of Timely Workers Compensation Injury Treatment

Early treatment is essential to avoid long-term pain, chronic conditions, and prolonged time away from work. Workers compensation physical therapy helps to alleviate symptoms, reduce the risk of future injury, and expedite the recovery process. By beginning therapy early, you give yourself the best chance to return to work quickly and safely.

Why Physical Therapy Is Key to a Successful Recovery

Physical therapy for workers compensation injuries is not just about getting you back on your feet; it’s about making sure you’re fully prepared to return to work without fear of re-injury. The advantages of physical therapy in the workers’ compensation recovery process include:

  • Restoring Function: We focus on improving your ability to perform daily activities and the specific physical tasks required by your job.
  • Pain Relief: Our goal is to reduce pain through a variety of techniques, making it easier for you to resume your normal activities.
  • Preventing Long-Term Injury: We teach you how to prevent further injury through strengthening exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Better Work Performance: Our programs help you regain strength and stamina, ensuring you can perform your job effectively and without discomfort.

Why Physical Therapy Is Key to a Successful Recovery

Physical therapy for workers compensation injuries is not just about getting you back on your feet; it’s about making sure you’re fully prepared to return to work without fear of re-injury. The advantages of physical therapy in the workers’ compensation recovery process include:

  • Restoring Function: We focus on improving your ability to perform daily activities and the specific physical tasks required by your job.
  • Pain Relief: Our goal is to reduce pain through a variety of techniques, making it easier for you to resume your normal activities.
  • Preventing Long-Term Injury: We teach you how to prevent further injury through strengthening exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Better Work Performance: Our programs help you regain strength and stamina, ensuring you can perform your job effectively and without discomfort.

The Importance of Timely Workers Compensation Injury Treatment

Early treatment is essential to prevent long-term pain, chronic conditions, and extended time away from work. Delaying care can lead to worsening symptoms, making recovery more difficult and prolonging discomfort. Seeking prompt medical attention ensures that injuries are managed effectively from the start.

Workers’ compensation physical therapy plays a key role in alleviating symptoms and promoting healing. Through targeted exercises and therapeutic interventions, it helps reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore strength. This approach minimizes the risk of future injuries and enhances overall physical well-being.

Starting therapy early gives individuals the best chance to recover quickly and safely. By addressing injuries proactively, workers can regain function faster and return to their jobs with confidence, reducing downtime and improving overall quality of life.

Why Choose Performance Physical Therapy for Workers Compensation Injury Rehabilitation?

At Performance Physical Therapy, we specialize in providing effective workers comp physical therapy for employees recovering from injuries on the job. Our goal is to get you back to work and everyday activities as soon as possible. We understand the complexities of workers’ compensation cases and work closely with you, your workers compensation insurance provider, and your case manager to ensure you receive the care you need.

Here’s why we are the go-to choice for work injury rehabilitation in the Delaware area:

Experienced Physical Therapists

With over 35 years of experience in car accident rehabilitation, we've helped thousands recover from auto injuries.

Personalized Treatment Plans

We tailor every treatment plan to address your specific injury, whether it's whiplash, soft tissue damage, or back and neck pain.

Work Hardening and Conditioning

We specialize in work hardening and work conditioning programs designed to help you regain the strength and endurance needed to return to your job.

Functional Capacity Evaluations

We offer comprehensive evaluations to assess your physical capabilities and determine your readiness to return to work.

Common Work Injuries Treated with Physical Therapy

At Performance Physical Therapy, we treat a wide range of injuries resulting from work accidents, including:

  • Musculoskeletal Injuries: Sprains, strains, and soft tissue damage caused by lifting, repetitive motions, or falls.
  • Back and Spine Injuries: Herniated discs, sciatica, and muscle spasms that can be caused by lifting, bending, or repetitive stress.
  • Joint Injuries: Pain and injury to the knees, shoulders, and elbows, often caused by heavy lifting or awkward postures.
  • Head and Neck Injuries: Concussions, whiplash, and other head and neck injuries caused by falls or accidents.
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A common injury due to repetitive hand movements, often seen in office or manufacturing jobs.

Regardless of the nature of your injury, our team will work to create a personalized physical therapy plan to address your recovery needs.

What to Expect from Workers Compensation Physical Therapy

When you choose Performance Physical Therapy for your workers comp physical therapy, we begin with a thorough evaluation to assess the extent of your injury and discuss your recovery goals. From there, we’ll develop a customized treatment plan that includes:

  • Comprehensive Assessments

    We conduct functional capacity evaluations to assess your strength, flexibility, and overall function.

  • Pain Management

    Through a combination of manual therapy, ice, heat, and electrical modalities, we manage your pain and reduce swelling.

  • Rehabilitation Exercises

    A series of work conditioning exercises designed to increase your strength, flexibility, and stamina.

  • Work Hardening Programs

    Gradual, progressive exercises designed to simulate the physical demands of your job, so you can safely return to work.

  • Posture and Body Mechanics Training

    We teach proper body mechanics to prevent re-injury and ensure proper movement patterns in the future.

  • Ongoing Monitoring

    We track your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed to ensure the most effective recovery process.

Throughout your recovery, our goal is to ensure you return to work with minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

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Start Your Recovery Today

Don’t let a car accident injury hold you back. At Performance Physical Therapy, we’re here to help you recover fully, safely, and quickly. With a focus on personalized care, our team of physical therapists will help you regain mobility, alleviate pain, and get you back to living life.

📅  Call 302-234-2288 or fill out our online appointment form to schedule your first session.

👉  Have questions? Contact us to discuss your treatment options and how we can assist with your auto accident injury.

The cornerstones of physical therapy treatment are

Depending on the particular needs of a patient, physical therapists may also “mobilize” or “manipulate” a joint (that is, perform certain types of movements at the end of your range of motion) or perform certain soft tissue techniques to muscles to promote proper movement and function.

Patient Education

Patient education in physical therapy helps patients understand their condition, treatment, and recovery for better outcomes.

Functional Training

Functional training in physical therapy enhances movement patterns for daily activities, improving strength, balance, and coordination.

Therapeutic Exercise

Therapeutic exercise in physical therapy improves strength, mobility, and function to aid recovery and prevent injuries.

Hands-on Manual Therapy

Hands-on manual therapy in physical therapy involves skilled techniques to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance tissue function.

The cornerstones of physical therapy treatment are

Tendon/Ligament Disorders

Sprains
Strains
Tendon Ruptures
Tendonitis

Muscle Injury/Disorders

Muscle Bruises
Muscle Contractures
Muscle Ruptures
Muscle Spasms
Myositis

Pain Management

Headaches
Myofascial Pain
Neck Pain
Low Back Pain

Joint/Ligament Disorders

Osteoarthritis
Dislocations
Ligament Injuries

Inflammatory Conditions

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Epicondylitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Bursitis

Neurological Injury

Stroke/CVA
Prolapsed/Bulging Disk
Ruptured Disk
Crush Injuries/Neuritis

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