Osteopathy in the Workplace
Back pain remains a leading
cause of absenteeism in the workplace.
It is estimated that the government spends billions of pounds each year on
sufferers of back pain alone, by way of GP appointments, hospital referrals,
prescriptions and rehabilitation. In addition to the cost of state benefits
such as statutory sick pay and incapacity benefit.
Last year approximately 10 million working days were lost through musculoskeletal disorders; meaning that each person suffering from a disorder took a staggering three weeks off work.
Workers most at risk from musculoskeletal disorders either caused or made worse by work include:
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Building and construction workers |
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Manual labourers, plant and machine operatives |
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Professional drivers |
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Office workers, typists etc |
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Care workers |
This list is not
exhaustive.
By involving an osteopath in the care of your workforce you can improve their
well-being and morale, lower absenteeism and increase productivity.
If you would like to know how Stillpoint Clinic can help to protect your workforce, please telephone our Practice Manager on 0161-231 1666 for more information.
