South Bend Orthopaedics Workers’ Compensation Program
- Case management
- Medical evaluations
- Second opinions
- Comprehensive treatment
- Surgical options
- Work-related rehabilitation and more
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Workers’ Compensation Appointments
Put our team of experts to the test. To request a workers’ compensation appointment, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will contact you as soon as possible. You can also reach us at 574-247-5119.
Orthopedic Treatments for Work-related Injuries
South Bend Orthopaedics’ physicians and professional staff understand the importance for those in need to get the care they deserve, accomplish a full recovery and return to work as soon as possible. With our large team of board-certified orthopedic specialists, SBO offers specialized care for all musculoskeletal medical condition or injury, including:
We are committed to ensuring a speedy recovery for your team and our multi-specialty approach assures superior medical treatment and case management.
Workers’ Comp Rehabilitation Therapy
At South Bend Orthopaedics, we offer specialized physical and occupational therapy for work-related injuries. Our industrial therapy program prioritizes results, facilitating a safe and swift return to work for injured individuals. Through a personalized, interdisciplinary approach, we design tailored treatment plans to effectively restore health and enable a return to the activities they cherish. Our emphasis is on return-to-work strategies, fostering clear communication among employees, employers, case managers and insurance companies.
Key components of our industrial rehabilitation program include:
Physical Therapy
Industrial rehabilitation often involves physical therapy to help you recover strength, flexibility, and range of motion after a work-related injury.
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapists focus on helping you regain the specific skills necessary for your job duties. This may include tasks like lifting, carrying, operating machinery, or using tools.
Work Conditioning
SBO’s work conditioning programs are designed to simulate job-related tasks and gradually increase your physical capabilities. These programs are tailored to your job requirements and may include exercises and activities that mimic their work responsibilities.
Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)
FCEs assess your physical and functional abilities in relation to your job demands. They help determine whether you’re ready to return to work and what modifications, if any, are needed.
Ergonomics and Job Modification
Your rehabilitation plan may involve our therapists recommending ergonomic changes or job modifications to prevent future injuries.
Education and Injury Prevention
We include education on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and workplace safety measures to reduce the risk of future injuries.
Medical Record Review
Our physicians review, interpret, and analyze medical records received to identify discrepancies, primary factors of causation and whether or not the Standard of Care has been met.
To request an appointment for an IME, medical record review, or peer review, please fill out the form below and someone from our office will contact you as soon as possible. You can also reach us at 574-247-9441.
Insurance-requested Second Opinions
Why Choose South Bend Orthopaedics?
We have been proudly serving the South Bend, Mishawaka, Plymouth, Elkhart and LaPorte communities for over 75 years, and have established a reputation of providing exceptional care that helps individuals regain their independence and productivity after work-related injuries. Our team of experienced orthopedic specialists and rehabilitation experts are dedicated to ensuring a swift recovery for all.
Contact us now to learn more about our workers’ compensation case management, treatment options and rehabilitation programs.