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Did you know that delaying physical therapy can extend disability duration by 30% or more? The longer an injured worker stays inactive, the harder it is to return to work. Early PT plays a crucial role in restoring function, reducing pain, and preventing chronic disability. It keeps the body moving, prevents stiffness, and promotes a faster recovery—allowing employees to regain their independence and return to work sooner. We ensure injured workers get immediate access to high-quality PT, reducing delays and optimizing recovery. Because when it comes to rehabilitation, movement isn't just part of the process—it IS the process!

We're lucky to work with the best in the industry, making sure injured workers don't have to rely on sheer luck to get the right care. With expert-guided physical therapy, we help them find their pot of recovery at the end of the treatment plan! Just like a well-poured pint of Guinness, great outcomes take the right ingredients—quality providers, timely care, and a sprinkle of expertise. Cheers to keeping recovery on track and claim costs from going green! Wishing you a shamrockin' day filled with health, happiness, and maybe a little extra gold!

Did you know that physical therapy can reduce the need for opioids by up to 89%? That's a game-changer in a world where pain management too often relies on prescriptions. Instead of masking pain, PT treats the root cause—helping injured workers regain mobility, strength, and confidence. And the best part? It comes without the risks of dependency or side effects. That's why we ensure injured workers get the right PT at the right time, avoiding unnecessary medication use and focusing on long-term recovery. Because the best prescriptions don't always come in a bottle, they come with movement!

The 2025 MedRisk Industry Trends Report is almost here, and trust us—you won't want to miss it! We've been crunching the numbers, analyzing the trends, and uncovering insights that will shape the future of workers' comp and physical therapy. What's in store for 2025? You'll have to wait and see! But we can promise expert analysis, key takeaways, and maybe even a few surprises. Stay tuned—this report is dropping soon! Watch out for it on our website: www.medrisknet.com

It's easy to think of surgery as the "big fix" for musculoskeletal injuries, but here's a surprising fact: Workers who start with PT for low back pain are 50% less likely to need surgery. Surgery is costly, comes with risks, and often requires a lengthy recovery—so why go under the knife when PT might do the trick? Research shows that early physical therapy leads to better long-term outcomes, lower costs, and faster returns to work. We champion conservative care first, ensuring injured workers get high-quality PT before considering invasive procedures. The goal? Better recovery with fewer complications. Because sometimes, the best way forward is movement, not a scalpel.

Physical therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. A specialist in sports injuries may not be the best choice for someone recovering from carpal tunnel syndrome—just like you wouldn't see a dentist for a backache! The right provider makes all the difference. Research shows that specialized PT leads to better patient outcomes, faster recovery, and fewer delays in return to work. That's why MedRisk prioritizes precision matching—connecting injured workers with expert providers suited to their specific injury and job demands. The result? More effective treatment, reduced time off work, and fewer complications.

When we think about workplace injuries, we often focus on physical healing—but what about the mental and emotional impact? Studies show that over half of injured employees experience depressive symptoms within a month of injury. Stress, uncertainty, and anxiety can significantly slow recovery. When injured workers are struggling mentally, they may experience lower motivation, higher pain perception, and prolonged disability duration. True rehabilitation means treating the whole person, not just the injury. That's why we take a holistic approach, ensuring our PT providers understand the mental health aspects of recovery. Because a strong mind is just as important as a strong body when it comes to healing.

Adjusters & Nurses – Earn CEU Credits! When an injured worker asks, "I was injured at work, now what?", do you have the latest insights to guide their recovery? Join Brian Peers, MBA, DPT, on March 20 at 1 PM ET for an in-depth discussion on Rehab of the Injured Worker. This session will cover the full continuum of care—from initial injury through PT/OT, work conditioning, functional capacity evaluations, and more—to help ensure faster, more effective recoveries. By attending, you'll gain updated research, best practices, and expert knowledge to support injured workers and maximize rehabilitation outcomes. Plus, earn CEU credits while you're at it! March 20 at 1 PM ET Register now: https://lnkd.in/gRTVUEgJ This CEU is presented by MedRisk and PF Transport & Language Services Invest in your expertise and help injured workers get back on track!

Opioids may dull the pain, but they don't solve the problem. A study in JAMA Network Open found that patients who received physical therapy first were 89% less likely to need opioids for pain management. PT offers a safer, long-term solution by addressing the root cause of pain and not just masking it. Movement is medicine, and physical therapists are the real MVPs of pain relief. By prioritizing PT, we're not just treating injuries, we're preventing chronic pain, dependency, and unnecessary interventions. Now that's a win-win!

"Take it easy" isn't always the best advice. While rest has its place, movement is the true key to recovery. Research published in Spine Journal shows that injured workers who receive physical therapy early are significantly less likely to require opioids, injections, or surgery. Translation? PT helps injured workers heal naturally, avoid unnecessary medical interventions, and get back to work faster. So, instead of pressing pause on recovery, let's press play on movement. Because the best way to heal is to keep moving forward, literally.