This guide provides general education and does not diagnose a condition or replace individual medical or physiotherapy assessment.
Start with the actual demands
A useful return-to-work plan considers the person’s injuries, current function and the real demands of the role. Driving, lifting, reaching, sitting, walking, concentration and shift length may each affect readiness.
Assess current capacity
- Movement and strength
- Walking and positional tolerance
- Lifting, carrying or upper-limb tasks
- Driving-related movement and comfort
- Response to repeated activity and fatigue
Build function progressively
Rehabilitation may move from basic activity to strength, endurance and work-simulated tasks. The progression should be measurable and adjusted according to response rather than based only on time since the crash.
Modified duties and hours
Temporary adjustments may provide a bridge back to normal work. The treating team considers current certification, the employer’s available duties and the person’s functional progress. Physiotherapy can provide relevant functional information but does not determine claim entitlement.
Plan for a durable return
The goal is not simply to complete one shift. Capacity should be sufficient for repeated duties, normal work duration and recovery between shifts, with continued rehabilitation where needed.
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