WCRI: Extended Physical Medicine Treatment Drives Up Cost of Low Back Claims March 22, 2023 By Jim Sams PHOENIX — Low back pain is one of the most common workplace injuries. Most cases can be resolved through physical...
Study Links Chiropractic Care to Lower Costs, Faster Return to Work May 18, 2022 Chiropractors are involved in only a small fraction of workers’ compensation claims for low back pain in states where insurers...
Low Back Pain in Midlife Linked to Heavy Lifting as a Young Worker August 24, 2016 By Linda Thrasybule Young adults with jobs that involve heavy lifting and forceful movements might be at higher risk for back pain later...
Differences in State Workers’ Comp Policies Affect Claim Costs and Disability Time December 2, 2015 Certain workers’ compensation policies explain much of the state-level variation in costs and outcomes of claims for low back pain...