Occupational Medicine

When an injury happens in the Workplace it is fundamental access to allied health and medical services are provided as early as possible. This allows a rehabilitation plan to be put in place and treatment commenced to allow a faster recovery. OccHealth Physiotherapy work collaboratively with a team of Doctors who specialise in Occupational Medicine to ensure when your workers need Medical assistance they are in the best hands.

Physiotherapy Assessment

The injured worker is booked one of the OccHealth Physiotherapy Clinics for assessment, diagnosis and a functional capacity assessment.

The OccHealth Physiotherapist sends a update to the treating Doctor to provide information highlighting the following;

Diagnosis
Prognosis
Functional tolerances based on clinical and functional assessment
Suitable work tasks appropriate for workers returning on suitable duties

Medical consultation

The OccHealth Physiotherapist will arrange a review with the Occupational Doctor. This can be a face to face consultation or via Telehealth. The benefit of Telehealth will mean your workers can access a Doctor who understands their workplace duties, injury, the workers compensation scheme and they work collaboratively with the OccHealth Physiotherapy Team.