Workman’s comp, also called worker’s compensation, is an employer-paid insurance policy to cover the costs associated with an employee who gets injured or ill on the job. Workman’s comp is a mandatory policy that state governments require and regulate. Each state’s requirements for workman’s compensation varies, so it is important to understand your state’s requirements. How Does Workman’s Comp Work? When an employee gets injured or ill due to their occupation or while in the workplace, there ... [Read More]
Physical Therapy Services Austin TX
How Long Should Physical Therapy Last?
A patient can participate in physical therapy to improve a wide range of health conditions, and it is also a critical part of making a full recovery from surgery. Our bodies were made to move, and physical therapists (PTs) can help you heal and get stronger through gentle, focused exercises. If you are going to participate in a physical therapy program, you may be wondering what to expect, and how long it should last. Truthfully, there is no single answer – many factors influence the duration ... [Read More]
Importance of Finding a Worker’s Comp Program That Focuses on Teaching Workplace Injury Prevention
Workers’ compensation is an insurance program that covers the cost of medical care and lost wages when an employee gets injured or sick on the job. Depending on the state you live in, your employer is likely required to have workers’ compensation insurance for the protection of their employees, as well as their business. While many workers’ compensation programs exist, not all focus on reducing injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Why is this important? Prevention is always better than ... [Read More]
Benefits of Physical Therapy for Achilles Tendon Tear
An Achilles tendon tear is a partial or complete tear that develops when the Achilles tendon (the tough, fibrous cord connecting the muscles behind your calf to your heel bone) gets stretched beyond its capacity. Pain near your heel or down the back of your leg, bone spurs, crepitus (popping sensation), swelling that often gets worse when you’re active, and difficulty flexing your foot are some of its symptoms. If you’re experiencing these, and they don’t respond to conservative intervention, ... [Read More]
