Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a therapeutic service available through occupational health to help employees address health issues that affect their ability to work. The referral process typically begins when an employee’s manager submits a referral form. An occupational health professional will then assess the situation and determine if a medical examination is needed.
- Assessment: The occupational health professional will evaluate the employee’s condition and may request additional information or a medical report from the employee’s doctor.
- Recommendations: Based on the assessment, the professional will provide a report with recommendations, which may include workplace adjustments, disability provisions, or strategies to support a return to work after sickness absence. Our expert team ensures compliance with industry standards, delivering tailored solutions that promote both employee well-being and productivity.
Further Information
Physiotherapy is essential for individuals who need support to stay in or return to work. Access is typically through referral by a doctor or occupational health professional. Common reasons include:
- Physical or Mental Health Challenges: Employees struggling with health issues that impact their performance
- Return-to-Work Support: Individuals returning after a long-term illness or injury
- Reasonable Adjustments: Support for employees with disabilities to ensure workplace inclusivity
- Reducing Sickness Absence: Employers seeking to minimise time off work due to health issues
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensuring employees can safely perform their roles
- Appointment Scheduling: Pathways Occupational Health will arrange the appointment and confirm the date, time, and location via email
- Initial Consultation: The physiotherapist will ask questions about your condition, its impact on daily life, medical history, current medications, and lifestyle
- Physical Examination: This may include testing muscles and soft tissues, assessing joint mobility, and guiding you through specific movements
- Discussion of Findings: The physiotherapist will explain the assessment results and discuss available treatment options
- Treatment Plan: Together, you and the physiotherapist will create a personalised treatment plan aimed at improving your physical function and supporting your return to work
The session typically lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Only a Chartered Physiotherapist will perform this service, ensuring high standards of care and expertise.
- The physiotherapist follows specific criteria outlined by the employer and sends a detailed report to the occupational health physician
- The occupational health physician assesses the report, determines fitness for the role, and liaises with the employer to implement any recommended adjustments
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In some cases, employees may self-refer for physiotherapy through occupational health services. However, if the condition impacts job performance, a management referral may be required
