As a health care worker, you must be ready to maneuver patients safely and quickly. Lifting patients could be vital in an emergency or as part of ongoing care. However, patient handling can put significant strain on your neck and back. Nursing assistants, registered...
We Are Allies To Every Injured Worker
Month: May 2021
The construction industry and severe brain injury risk
Working in construction is risky business. It is an industry that has one of the highest rates of work-related injuries, and many of them are serious or fatal. One of the common types of injury is brain injury. Although brain injuries can range from mild to severe,...
3 times you should replace your hard hat
If you work in the construction industry, your hard hat may be your only line of defense against a catastrophic head injury. Consequently, before working in any place where your head may be in danger, it is critical to put on the right type of hard hat for the...
When should you consider vocational rehabilitation?
You may feel disheartened to learn from your medical provider that you will not recover enough to return to your former job. Figuring out your life from here may feel overwhelming and seem impossible. There are, however, resources to help you assess the skills you do...