WorkplaceNL Injury Rehab

Our approach (Newfoundland & Labrador)

We prioritize early assessment, active rehab, and coordinated return-to-work planning. Your physiotherapist identifies the main drivers of pain and limitation, treats what’s modifiable, and builds a simple program you can follow at work and at home.

Objective baseline (pain, ROM, strength, function) to track change
Manual therapy for pain/stiffness + progressive exercise loading
Job-specific drills (lifting, pushing/pulling, kneeling, reaching)
Stepwise plan toward regular duties and hours

ESRTW (Early & Safe Return to Work)

Modified duties and hours when needed
Gradual increases guided by symptoms and objective change
Regular updates to you, your employer, and WorkplaceNL

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What you do

Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible.
Submit your Worker’s Report to WorkplaceNL (online or by form).
Book your assessment with us and bring any letters/emails you’ve received.

What we do

Assess & treat: pain relief + active rehab matched to your job
Provider reports: we submit the required physio reports to WorkplaceNL
Direct Billing for approved claims
ESRTW: clear abilities/limitations to guide modified duties

No claim number yet? Book anyway—we’ll treat, document, and update once it arrives.

Your first visit

Assessment

History of injury, job demands, red-flag screen
Movement, joint and soft-tissue testing; strength and endurance
Functional/job-specific tasks (as appropriate)

Treatment & plan

Pain-modulating techniques (e.g., manual therapy) as indicated
Starter program: 2–4 exercises you can do at work/home
Clear restrictions/abilities for modified duties

What to bring

WorkplaceNL claim number (if available)
Any forms or letters you’ve received
Comfortable clothing for movement testing

Claims & forms (how it works)

Worker’s Report: you (or your representative) submit to WorkplaceNL.
Employer’s Report: your employer submits to WorkplaceNL.
Physiotherapy Reports: we submit initial and progress reports with objective measures and RTW recommendations.

We coordinate documentation, track progress, and outline abilities/limitations to support a safe, graded return.

Billing & approvals

Direct Billing for approved claims
We explain what’s covered and any limits
If approvals are pending, we’ll guide your options

Active rehab plan

Manual therapy for pain and mobility when indicated
Task-based strengthening (hinge, squat, carry, overhead reach)
Work-simulation drills (lifting, stairs, floor-to-waist, awkward loads)
Posture/ergonomics coaching and pacing at work
Self-management toolkit (breaks, symptom monitors, flare strategies)

Typical ranges

Acute strains/sprains: 3–6 visits across 3–5 weeks.

Back/neck + deconditioning: 6–10 visits across 6–10 weeks.

Complex cases: 8–12+ visits with graded RTW progression.

We reassess every session and adjust the plan to your goals and job demands.

Communication & documentation

Clear abilities/limitations for modified duties
Objective progress metrics in each report
Coordination with your physician and employer as needed

When we pause or redirect

Red-flag symptoms (fracture, infection, progressive neurological signs)
Non-work-tolerant flares requiring medical review
Plateaus needing re-assessment of goals/diagnosis

FAQ

Do I need a doctor’s referral?

No referral is required to be assessed by a physiotherapist. WorkplaceNL may still request medical documentation for claims decisions.

Can I start physio before my claim number arrives?

Yes. We can assess and treat, help with forms, and add your claim number to the file once it’s issued.

Can I work while I’m in treatment?

Often yes—with modified duties or hours. Graduated RTW is part of ESRTW and usually supports recovery when planned safely.

What if my pain increases at work?

We’ll adjust loads, change duties, or re-evaluate before advancing. Pacing and task modification are built into your plan.

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