Work Related (WorkSafeBC) Injury Rehabilitation

Work injuries are very common and consists of slip and falls, heavy lifting or repetitive overuse. Being involved in a work-related accident causes stress for a number of reasons. It can be difficult to navigate the compensation and claims process, cope with potential time off work, all while trying to treat your injury. Our therapists make your recovery journey straightforward and help you in coordinating with WorkSafe and your insurance providers to lessen your headache and financial stress.

Regain your Independence with In Home Rehabilitation After your Work Injury 

Severe work injuries can make it difficult for you to make it into clinic for your rehabilitation. We offer rehabilitation in the comfort of your own home. In home rehabilitation consisting of physiotherapy, occupational therapy and kinesiology will help you recover from your injuries. We have worked with thousands of Work Safe patients over the years and are familiar with various scenarios and proud of our patient recovery outcomes.

When Should My Rehabilitation Begin?

The sooner you begin your rehabilitation the better. Our occupational therapists can coordinate your hospital discharge home and then physiotherapist will assess your abilities and formulate a treatment plan to get you back to baseline. 

Do I need to pay out of pocket for In Home Rehabilitation Services?

Our services are fully covered by WorkSafeBC and there are no user fees.

If you have sustained a work injury and unable to make it into a clinic you are eligible to receive in home rehabilitation services.

When a serious work-related injury prevents an individual from attending a clinic for kinesiology, in-home kinesiology can serve as a suitable alternative. In-home kinesiology provides several valuable benefits to support the recovery process after such an injury. Here are some key advantages:
Convenient and accessible: In-home kinesiology eliminates the need for travel to a clinic, making it highly convenient, especially for individuals with limited mobility or transportation options. It allows for rehabilitation to take place in the comfort and convenience of their own home, reducing any additional stress or logistical challenges.
Personalized and focused care: In-home kinesiology offers personalized attention and a tailored approach to rehabilitation. The kinesiologist can assess the individual’s specific needs, evaluate the home environment, and design a treatment plan accordingly. This ensures that the rehabilitation program aligns with the individual’s unique circumstances, goals, and home setting.
Functional assessments in the home environment: The kinesiologist conducts thorough assessments of the individual’s functional abilities within their own home environment. This evaluation helps identify specific limitations, obstacles, and opportunities for improvement. It allows for the development of a targeted treatment plan focused on enhancing the functional abilities required for work and daily activities within the familiar surroundings of their home.
Customized exercise programs: In-home kinesiologists develop and guide individuals through customized exercise programs aimed at promoting functional recovery. These programs may include exercises targeting strength, flexibility, range of motion, balance, and coordination. The kinesiologist provides hands-on guidance and instruction, ensuring proper technique and progressions for each exercise.
Home environment modifications and recommendations: The kinesiologist assesses the home environment and provides recommendations for modifications or adaptations to promote safety, mobility, and independence. This may involve suggesting ergonomic adjustments, assistive devices, or home modifications to enhance accessibility and facilitate efficient movement within the home setting.
Education and self-management strategies: In-home kinesiology includes educating the individual on injury prevention, self-management techniques, and strategies for maintaining progress outside of therapy sessions. The kinesiologist empowers the individual with knowledge and tools to optimize their recovery, manage symptoms, and prevent future injuries.
  • Increase readiness to return to work.
  • RTW planning/job site visit/job coaching
  • Office ergonomic assessment and recommendations to optimize workstation.
  • Home safety assessment (for mobility equipment, arrange home care, adaptive equipment, etc.).
  • Strategies to increase independence (with self-care, IADLs).
  • Provision of adaptive equipment (ie. grab bars, bathroom equipment, wheelchair, lifts, etc.).
  • Concussion management/rehab to increase independence with ADLs, IADLs, leisure, RTW, etc.).
  • Education on concussion management strategies (reduce triggers and symptoms).
  • Cognitive assessment and therapy (for decreased memory, attention, executive function, etc.).
  • Education on coping and self-management strategies.
  • Pain education/management (strategies to return to function with acute and chronic pain) – 3-6 months post-injury (for clients who are struggling to return to work).

Following a serious work-related injury, when an individual is unable to attend a clinic for physiotherapy, in-home physiotherapy can be a suitable alternative. In-home physiotherapy offers several ways to assist in the recovery process after such an injury. Here are some key benefits:

Convenience and accessibility: In-home physiotherapy eliminates the need for travel to a clinic, making it highly convenient, especially for individuals with limited mobility or transportation options. It ensures that rehabilitation can take place in the comfort and familiarity of their own home.
Personalized care: In-home physiotherapy allows for individualized attention and personalized care. The physiotherapist can assess the home environment, identify potential challenges or hazards, and tailor the treatment plan accordingly. This ensures that the rehabilitation program aligns with the individual’s specific needs and goals.
Functional assessments: The physiotherapist can conduct thorough assessments of the individual’s functional abilities within their home environment. This evaluation helps identify specific limitations, challenges, and areas for improvement. It allows for the development of a targeted treatment plan focused on enhancing functional abilities required for work and daily activities.
Rehabilitation exercises and techniques: In-home physiotherapists can design and guide individuals through exercises and techniques aimed at promoting functional recovery. These exercises may focus on improving strength, flexibility, range of motion, balance, and coordination. The physiotherapist can also provide instruction on proper body mechanics and ergonomic principles to support safe and efficient movement within the home and work settings.
Pain management strategies: In-home physiotherapy includes implementing pain management strategies to alleviate discomfort resulting from the work-related injury. The physiotherapist can employ various modalities, such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and manual therapy techniques, to help reduce pain and improve overall comfort.
Adaptive equipment and assistive devices: If necessary, the physiotherapist can assess the need for adaptive equipment or assistive devices to aid in the recovery process. They can provide guidance on the proper use of devices such as crutches, walkers, or braces, ensuring individuals can navigate their home environment safely.

Road To Recovery

Physiotherapy is a naturally effective way to recover from work injuries. In many cases, it can eliminate the need for potentially harmful prescription painkiller drugs or even surgical intervention. If you are suffering from a work injury, be proactive with your recovery and don’t let it linger for longer than it needs to.

Our dedicated therapists will also provide you with helpful techniques for future injury prevention while on the job. Give us a call and we’ll schedule your appointment to get you back on your feet as soon as possible!