One of the most common workplace injuries are sprains and strains. Providing early access to physiotherapy can help workers stay at work and recover more quickly. Research shows, staying at work is good for physical, mental and social health.
Any New Brunswick employer can apply to the Direct Referral to Physiotherapy Program. Contact WorkSafeNB's Physiotherapy Consultants to receive the application.
Once you are accepted to the program WorkSafeNB will provide:
How to use the program:
Program benefits:
All New Brunswick employers are eligible.
Contact WorkSafeNB's Physiotherapy Consultants to receive the application.
A sprain or strain often presents as pain limiting the ability to move and may feel like you’ve “pulled something” or injured yourself when exerting force (lifting, pushing, pulling) or in a minor slip or fall.
You can expect to receive a response within two to three business days.