Work Injuries Treated in Howell, MI
Hurt on the job? At Family Chiropractic in Howell, MI , Dr. Adam Fasick helps workers recover from both sudden accidents and injuries caused by repetitive tasks, using non-invasive care to relieve pain and get you back to work.
How Work Injuries Happen
Workplace injuries don’t only happen during a dramatic slip or fall. More often, they result from repetitive movements and the physical demands of your job over a long period of time. Lifting, bending, reaching overhead, standing all day, driving for hours or sitting at a computer can gradually strain your muscles, joints and spine until pain sets in. These injuries are very common in today’s workforce, from factory floors and construction sites to offices.
Symptoms of a Workplace Injury
Work injuries are often best identified by their symptoms, which can include:
- Lower back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Carpal tunnel and hand pain
- Disc injuries
- Sciatica, pain from the sciatic nerve in the lower back and legs
- Joint pain, including knee pain
- Neck pain and headaches
A Thorough Evaluation Comes First
Being examined by a chiropractor is often the first step in identifying and treating a workplace injury with non-invasive care. That’s why Dr. Adam Fasick conducts a thorough examination at your first visit to fully assess your injury, using in-office digital X-rays when needed. Because work injuries usually develop over time, it’s important to share all of your symptoms and job demands so we can identify the root cause.
Getting You Back to Work
Your care plan is designed to relieve pain, restore function and help you return to work safely. It may include gentle chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, cold laser therapy, Kinesio taping, corrective exercises and custom orthotics for workers who are on their feet all day. For disc-related back pain, we also offer DRX9000® spinal decompression.
Preventing Future Injuries
Dr. Adam’s lifestyle advice covers safe lifting, workstation ergonomics, stretching breaks and posture to help keep you healthy on the job. If your injury may be covered by workers’ compensation, bring your claim information to your first visit.
Work Injury FAQs
Can a chiropractor treat work injuries?
Yes. Chiropractors treat back pain, neck pain, repetitive strain injuries, disc injuries and other common workplace injuries.
What if my injury developed gradually?
Many work injuries develop over time from repetitive motion. Share all of your symptoms and job tasks so Dr. Adam can find the root cause.
Is chiropractic care covered by workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation may cover chiropractic care for job-related injuries. Bring your claim information to your first visit.
Can I keep working during treatment?
Many patients continue working. Dr. Adam may recommend modifications to help you heal while staying on the job.
How can I prevent injuries at work?
Use proper lifting technique, take regular movement breaks, set up an ergonomic workstation and stay active.
Do you treat carpal tunnel from computer work?
Yes. We treat carpal tunnel and other repetitive strain injuries with gentle adjustments, laser therapy and ergonomic advice.
Recover From Your Work Injury
Get a thorough evaluation and a plan to get you back to work. Call Family Chiropractic at (517) 376-6836 or request an appointment in Howell, MI .