Work
Related Injuries

Did you know . . .?
  • Back pain accounts for more lost work time, and greater medical expenses, than any other ailment.
  • Work Related Injuries North Palm Beach - Work Related Injuries
  • More than 90 percent of work related injuries involve neck and back damage.
  • Work injuries impact both the physical and financial wellbeing of the injured worker.
  • Compared to other types of treatment, chiropractic care for work injuries produces the fastest results, getting injured workers back to work quickly and comfortably.
Dr. Michael Gerber has successfully treated work related injuries for twenty years. If you are living with carpal tunnel syndrome, or chronic pain from a repetitive stress injury, we can help you enjoy a better quality of life.

We carefully handle work-related injuries, helping our patients navigate the claims process as needed. Dr. Gerber and his staff are dedicated to eliminating the stress of getting the care you need after a work injury. We are happy to communicate with insurance companies as well as employers, helping you receive your benefits and time off when necessary.

Work related injuries are treated with various approaches as needed. Our focus is not to only stop pain, but also to rehabilitate the area of the body that has been damaged. In this, we are able to help you regain comfort and strength that will decrease any chance of a subsequent recurrence of pain.

Work injuries are those that occur on the job, or are worsened within the work environment. In some instances, work injuries can be severe, causing persistent or worsening symptoms such as:
  • Pain
  • Tingling
  • Numbness
  • Decreased productivity
  • Temporary or permanent disability
  • Lost work time
Disorders and injuries affecting the musculoskeletal system are some of the most common work related medical problems, with reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing that more than 30 percent of all cases of illness involved injury due to repetitive motion or overexertion, including back injuries.

Work injuries may occur in situations where there is prolonged exertion or repetitive or forceful motions of the hands, lifting or carrying heavy objects is regularly performed, or a worker sits with an awkward posture for a prolonged period.

Your time at work should be pleasant, comfortable, and productive. If a work injury is causing you distress, we can help. Contact your North Palm Beach chiropractor if you live in our immediate area, or in one of our local townships such as Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, or Singer Island. We are happy to schedule your complimentary consultation and exam.