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Chiropractic Care for Work-Related Injuries: A Natural Alternative

Chiropractic Care for Work-Related Injuries: A Natural Alternative

Image description Understanding Work-Related Injuries Work-related injuries can occur in a variety of settings, from physically demanding jobs in construction or warehousing, to more sedentary environments like offices. Common injuries include:

  • Lower back pain from lifting or prolonged sitting
  • Neck and shoulder strain from poor workstation ergonomics
  • Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) from keyboard use or tool handling
  • Slips, trips, and falls resulting in joint or spinal injury These injuries may result in lost productivity, reduced quality of life, and in some cases, long-term disability if left untreated.

How Chiropractic Can Help with Workplace Injuries

Chiropractic care focuses on improving joint mobility, reducing inflammation, and supporting neuromuscular recovery without relying on medication or invasive procedures. It offers a holistic, natural approach for those seeking alternatives to pharmaceuticals or surgery.

How Chiropractic May Support Recovery:

  • Spinal Adjustments: Help realign the spine and reduce nerve irritation, commonly associated with lifting injuries or poor posture.
  • Soft Tissue Therapy: Targets muscle tension and scar tissue that develop from overuse or trauma.
  • Postural Advice & Ergonomic Education: Chiropractors often provide practical tips to help modify workstations or lifting techniques.
  • Rehabilitation Exercises: Targeted strengthening and mobility work to support long-term recovery.

For office workers, even subtle misalignments from poor desk posture can lead to chronic headaches, shoulder tightness, and lumbar pain—areas chiropractic is well-equipped to address.

Cold Laser Therapy as a Complementary Option

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In addition to chiropractic care, Cold Laser Therapy may also be used to support healing and reduce inflammation in workplace injuries. This non-invasive treatment uses light to stimulate cellular repair, increase circulation, and improve tissue regeneration. It's commonly used for soft tissue injuries, joint inflammation, repetitive strain injuries, and postural muscle fatigue. At Lakeside Chiropractic, our laser treatments can be used alongside spinal adjustments and rehabilitation to help speed up recovery and reduce pain without medication. You can learn more about this option on our Cold Laser Therapy page.

Benefits of Choosing Chiropractic for Workplace Injury Relief

  • Drug-free pain management
  • Reduced reliance on time off work
  • Preventative strategies to reduce recurrence
  • Customised care plans tailored to individual injury and occupation Many patients also report improved sleep, reduced stress, and better concentration following chiropractic care, further enhancing recovery and workplace performance.

When to See a Chiropractor After a Work Injury

  • Immediately after an incident involving lifting, twisting, or falling
  • If pain persists for more than a few days post-injury
  • When seeking a proactive, natural approach to healing

Support for Workers’ Compensation Claims

Image description If you’ve been injured at work and have an approved workers’ compensation claim, chiropractic care may be part of your treatment plan. At Lakeside Chiropractic, our team is experienced in providing WorkCover chiro services in Joondalup, helping patients recover from workplace injuries such as back pain, neck pain, disc injury, joint strains, and soft tissue injuries.

We can communicate directly with your GP, case manager, or insurer to ensure treatment notes and progress reports are submitted on time. This helps reduce delays and ensures your chiropractic care is aligned with your recovery goals. If your claim has been approved under WorkCover WA, you may be eligible to have your chiropractic visits covered as part of your return-to-work plan.

For eligible patients under WorkCover WA, we offer direct billing to the insurer. This means your chiropractic appointments can be bulk billed with no out-of-pocket costs, provided your claim has been approved. You can learn more about our billing process for WorkCover and EPC claims on our bulk billing information page.

Not sure if you're eligible for WorkCover Joondalup chiropractic services or need help navigating the claim process? Our reception team is here to help and can guide you through your options.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve sustained a workplace injury and are searching for “work injury chiropractic” or “chiropractic for workplace injury,” our team is here to help. Chiropractic care is a natural, evidence-informed approach to address the underlying cause of pain, support recovery, and help get you back to work safely.

Contact us to learn more about chiropractic options for workplace injury relief and book your consultation today.

Book an Appointment

If you're dealing pain that just won’t ease up, book in for an assessment to find out what might be the causes behind it.

📍 Find us in Joondalup 📅 Book online at https://www.lakesidechiro.com.au/ While outcomes can vary, many patients find this multi-modal approach helps improve over time. If you are having any pain, feel free to contact us at 9300 0095 to see how we may be able to help or visit our website at https://www.lakesidechiro.com.au/for more information.

📍 Serving the Joondalup & Northern Suburbs of Perth Lakeside Chiropractic is central to the northern suburbs of Perth, located in the City of Joondalup.

If you are in the surrounding suburbs such as Yanchep - 6035, Tapping - 6065, Carramar - 6031, Currambine - 6028, Wanneroo - 6065, Heathridge - 6027, Edgewater - 6027, Gnangara - 6077, Mullaloo - 6027, Padbury - 6025, Kingsley - 6026, Woodvale - 6026, Banksia Grove - 6031, or Duncraig - 6023, our team is here to assist you.

June 22, 2025
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