WCB injury physiotherapy refers to the specialized rehabilitation services provided to individuals who have been injured while on the job and are covered by their province's Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) The aim of this type of physiotherapy is to help injured workers recover from their injuries, improve their physical function, and return to work as soon as possible.
WCB injury physiotherapy typically involves a comprehensive assessment of the worker's injuries and their functional limitations. The physiotherapist develops a customized treatment plan that may include exercises, manual therapy, and modalities such as heat or ice therapy, electrical stimulation, or ultrasound The goal is to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation and swelling, and promote healing.
The physiotherapist also works with the injured worker to improve their strength, flexibility, and range of motion, which can help to prevent future injuries and improve overall function. The physiotherapy program is often tailored to the specific needs of the worker and may be modified as they progress through their recovery
