Work Injury Types and Causes

Have you ever gotten hurt on the job? Many of us have. Maybe you tried to lift something too heavy for one person, or maybe you fell from a roof during a construction project. Maybe you were not even aware you were hurting yourself -- the problem came on gradually over a period of years. Fortunately, we can help.

Some industries or occupations pose obvious injury risks. Construction workers, for instance, may fall from a roof or scaffolding, strain themselves lifting heavy objects, or get hit by a building component on the job. Any such impact can jar the spinal column, causing subluxations (vertebral misalignments) and allowing the delicate discs between the vertebrae to bulge or rupture, causing back pain. These kinds of injuries often pinch nerves as well, while joints placed under unusual stress can suffer torn ligaments.

While you might expect people to get hurt on highly physical jobs, it might surprise to learn how many work injuries take place in ordinary office environments. Many workers who spend hours each day studying computer displays, typing or using a computer mouse constantly may suffer from repetitive motion disorders in various parts of the body -- especially if the desk, keyboard or monitor sits too high or low for comfortable use. You may have seen your co-workers suffer from such ailments as carpal tunnel syndrome, a painful pinching of the median nerve in the wrist, or chronic neck problems from improper posture.

Chiropractic Care Helps You Get Back to Work

At Advanced Physical Medicine of Yorkville, we are experienced in treating work injuries and helping you to return to work. We use a variety of treatment methods, including chiropractic adjustments, massage and advanced physical therapy techniques, to correct spinal imbalances and encourage tissue healing. We can even prescribe exercise and other wellness practices to help prevent re-injury or new problems. Experience our Yorkville work injury treatments for yourself -- we are ready to work for you!

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