The worker’s compensation system is a form of insurance that
was established to protect workers who’ve been injured throughout the term of
their employment, providing wage replacement and medical benefits. When the
worker suffers harm while on the job, they are supported by the worker’s
compensation insurance. Medical bills are taken care of and the worker is compensated
for lost wages from missed days at work after their injuries. In the case an
injury is recognized as permanent by the worker’s compensation system. The
individual will often be considered to be permanently disabled following a
disability rating, where the worker is then compensated for damage or injury.
The worker’s compensation system is available in numerous
states and it works differently depending on the individual’s location. This
type of insurance is frequently referred to as a “no-fault” system, because it doesn’t
necessarily question who was at fault in the incident and it still proceeds to support
hurt workers. However, although the worker’s compensation system is believed to
function as a “no fault” system itself, many cases encounter the involvement of
a great deal of attorneys and sometimes the system’s support for the worker
will differ.
After being injured, the worker’s priority is to restore
their health and return to work as soon as possible. Many individuals with
symptoms of pain and discomfort resulting from an injury or aggravated condition
from a work injury may overuse their need for prescription killers, especially opioids,
through the worker’s compensation system. The use of these drugs has increased
tremendously over the past several years, regardless of their benefit.
While prescription drugs may provide a temporary relief from
a variety of symptoms affecting an individual, these don’t address the problem
at its source and their use for relief as a long-term solution is debatable.
Fortunately, as the use of narcotic painkillers has risen, so too has the interest
in more natural, alternative treatment options.
Chiropractic is Better for Neck Pain than Drugs
Chiropractic care is a frequently considered alternative
treatment option by those who wish to follow a much more natural treatment approach.
Neck and back complications are among the most common work-related injuries,
particularly in construction jobs. With chiropractic treatment, a chiropractor
will utilize spinal adjustments and manual manipulations, along with various
other techniques, to correct any spinal misalignments which may be causing
painful symptoms. The gradual re-alignment of the spine will help relieve the
inflammation and swelling around the affected area as well as help restore the
body’s original flexibility and mobility, eliminating any pain and discomfort.
Furthermore, a chiropractor may also recommend stretches and/or exercises to
strengthen the muscles and other tissues of the body in order to speed up the individual’s
rehabilitation process.
Additionally, Chiropractic care is a cost-effect,
alternative treatment option. Studies have indicated that chiropractic is a
less expensive form of care for worker’s compensation patients because, not
only does it focus on treating injuries or conditions at their source and
ensuring the worker can return to their job as quickly as possible, it also
prevents the individual from using prescription painkillers to temporarily
relieve their symptoms and it strengthens the body to prevent future harm.
Unintentional injuries caused by unexpected accidents can
happen anywhere at any time, especially at the workplace. As a matter of fact, an estimated 93 million
workdays are lost each year due to work-related injuries, such as neck and back
complications. The health of our workers is important towards the bright future
of a company and thanks to the worker’s compensation system, many workers can
receive the care they deserve after an injury, including experiencing the benefits
of chiropractic care for their overall health and wellness.
Chiropractic and Fitness for Coaches and Athletes: A Client’s Story
Dr. Alex Jimenez has helped many workers through his use of
spinal adjustments and manual manipulations, improving their performance and
enhancing their physical health. Tracy Lutich, coach and club director of the
El Paso Diggers volleyball club, has seen a phenomenal difference in her
athletes. Coach Lutich has seen the trainers at Push-as-Rx ®™ work to better
her athletes, not only in strength and conditioning, but also mentally. Tracy
Lutich continues to see enhanced results and she greatly contributes the
improvement of her athletes to Push-as-Rx ®™. She recommends the exceptional
work of the trainers at Push as Rx, to others willing to take the challenge.
Dr. Alex Jimenez’s clinic and PUSH-as-Rx ®™ system is
leading the field with laser focus supporting our youth sport programs.
The PUSH-as-Rx ®™ System is a sport specific athletic program
designed by a strength-agility coach and physiology doctor with a combined 40
years of experience working with extreme athletes. At its core, the program is
the multidisciplinary study of reactive agility, body mechanics and extreme
motion dynamics. Through continuous and detailed assessments of the athletes in
motion and while under direct supervised stress loads, a clear quantitative
picture of body dynamics emerges. Exposure to the biomechanical vulnerabilities
are presented to our team. Immediately, we adjust our methods for
our athletes in order to optimize performance. This highly adaptive
system with continual dynamic adjustments has helped many of our athletes
come back faster, stronger, and ready post injury while safely minimizing
recovery times. Results demonstrate clear improved agility, speed, decreased
reaction time with greatly improved postural-torque
mechanics. PUSH-as-Rx ®™ offers specialized extreme performance
enhancements to our athletes no matter the age.
By Dr. Alex Jimenez
