Work Injuries in Cambridge

Female at work in pain A work injury can happen in a single moment—or build slowly over weeks and months. Lifting, repetitive movements, slips and falls, and prolonged desk work can all contribute to strain and tissue irritation throughout the body.

At Helios Physiotherapy and Rehab, we support workplace injury recovery with a range of services, including physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and more, so you can regain function and feel steadier returning to work and everyday activities.

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Common Work-Related Issues We See

Work injuries can show up in many ways, including:

Neck and shoulder tension
Low back pain and stiffness
Repetitive strain injuries (wrists, elbows, forearms)
Hip, knee, and ankle pain
Headaches related to posture or muscle tension
Reduced mobility, lifting tolerance, or endurance
Dizziness, balance issues, or concussion-like symptoms after a fall or impact

Our goal is to help you move better, reduce irritation, and build a plan that supports your daily demands—whether you’re on your feet all day or working at a desk.

What to Expect

Your first visit is approximately one hour. You’ll review what happened with your provider, then we’ll complete a full assessment and musculoskeletal exam. We’ll also screen for red flags that may require additional medical investigation.

Depending on your needs, your care plan may include hands-on therapy, guided exercise, and strategies to support progress between visits.

We also provide practical guidance for pacing, ergonomics, and safe movement habits to support return-to-work readiness.

WSIB Support + Return-to-Work Guidance

If your claim is under WSIB, care may follow program-based guidelines and documentation requirements. WSIB commonly uses a Musculoskeletal (MSK) Program of Care for many non-surgical workplace injuries. This is typically an 8-week program, structured as two 4-week blocks, designed to support recovery and a safe return to work.

This program includes required reporting points, including an initial assessment, a mid-point report, and an outcomes summary, to document progress and support return-to-work planning.

We can help by:

Completing appropriate reports within our scope
Tracking progress and functional improvements
Supporting return-to-work planning (including modified duties when appropriate)

We’ll also help keep documentation organized and on time so that you can focus on recovery.

Depending on your claim, WSIB paperwork may involve forms such as Form 6 (Worker’s Report), Form 7 (Employer’s Report), and Form 8 (Health Professional’s Report). For return-to-work planning, the Functional Abilities Form (FAF) may also be required.

FAQs

Do you treat repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)?

Yes. We commonly help with work-related strain patterns from repetition, lifting, and posture demands.

What is the WSIB MSK Program of Care?

It’s a structured WSIB rehab program for many workplace musculoskeletal injuries. It’s typically 8 weeks long (two 4-week blocks) and includes progress reporting to support recovery and return-to-work planning.

Can you help if I sit at a desk all day and my neck/back hurts?

Yes. Desk-related work injuries are common and often improve with a targeted plan and ergonomic guidance.

Do you provide WSIB physiotherapy support?

Yes. If your claim is WSIB-related, we can support your rehab and required reporting within our scope.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Often, yes. Home strategies are typically part of recovery to help build consistency between visits.

How many visits will I need?

That depends on the nature of your injury, work demands, and how your body responds. We’ll outline a plan after your assessment.

Can you help with return-to-work planning?

Yes. We can provide functional guidance and documentation support to help clarify tolerances and next steps.

Don’t Wait to Get Started

The sooner you receive care after a work injury, the sooner we can assess what’s happening and help reduce the risk of the issue becoming persistent. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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