Work-related Injuries:

Work-related injuries are becoming more and more prevalent, in our present times, due to the more demanding repetitive motion requirements placed on us at the workplace. Back pain, for example, costs the entire health care system approximately $50 billion per year and is the most rapid growing cause of disability in this country today. In Workmen's Compensation cases, 30% or more are for low back injuries, and generate 60% of the total cost of workmen's compensation.  Another work-related injury is called Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). CTS is due to the backward (extension) or forward (flexion) repetitive motion of the wrist, and is now the fastest growing reported workmen's compensation injury. 

Tennessee law now requires all companies to place Chiropractic physicians on their workmen's compensation panels. This law allows chiropractors to examine, evaluate, and treat individuals when necessary, for low back pain and other injuries sustained at the workplace. This opportunity gives the injured workers the option of a drug free and surgery free solution to painful injuries which they have sustained. 

If you or someone you know has been injured at the workplace, first you must follow your company's guidelines.  For example, always obtain emergency medical care first if needed, then report the injury to your Human Resources personnel immediately, then ask for the option to see a Chiropractic physician.

Chiropractic patients are 51% less likely to require expensive surgical procedures, require fewer visits, and chiropractic care is approximately 50% less costly than medical outpatient treatment.

If you have any questions concerning Chiropractic care for Work Related Injuries, don't hesitate to call Dr. Skaggs today, at Skaggs Chiropractic, LLC. 417-624-4242. Remember Chiropractic first, Drugs second, and Surgery is always the last resort.

Disclaimer:  No individuals, including those currently under our active care, should use the information and/or resources contained here within to self diagnose or self treat any health related condition(s).  Diagnosis and treatment of all health conditions should only be performed by your doctor of chiropractic or other licensed health care professional.