Common Workplace Injuries and How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover
Whether you work at a desk, behind a wheel, or on your feet all day, injuries at work can happen in any setting. And when they do, they can throw a serious wrench into your daily life—affecting not just your job but also your sleep, your movement, and your mood.
At Tewantin Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre, we regularly work with people recovering from work-related injuries. Our focus is not just on getting you back to work, but on helping you move better, feel stronger, and prevent future flare-ups.
Let’s explore some of the most common workplace injuries we see—and how physiotherapy can help you recover effectively and safely.
1. Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of time off work, and it can affect people in all types of jobs. Whether you’re sitting at a desk all day, lifting heavy loads, or spending hours in the driver’s seat, the back often takes the brunt of poor posture, repetitive strain, or sudden movements.
How physiotherapy helps:
Identifying and addressing muscle imbalances and postural issues
Teaching correct lifting and movement mechanics
Hands-on treatment to relieve tension and restore mobility
Core and back strengthening exercises
2. Neck and Shoulder Strain
If your work involves prolonged computer use, driving, or any kind of repetitive motion, the neck and shoulders are at high risk of strain. Over time, poor posture and tension can build up, leading to pain, headaches, and reduced movement.
How physiotherapy helps:
Postural assessments and ergonomic advice
Manual therapy to reduce muscle tightness
Targeted exercises to strengthen neck and shoulder support muscles
Advice on how to modify your work setup
3. Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs)
RSIs can affect anyone doing repetitive tasks—typing, lifting, scanning, or using tools for extended periods. These injuries often build up slowly and can involve the wrists, elbows, forearms, or hands.
How physiotherapy helps:
Identifying the specific cause of strain
Teaching new movement techniques or work habits
Soft tissue treatment to reduce inflammation
Strengthening and flexibility exercises to support joint health
4. Knee and Leg Pain
People who are on their feet for long periods—such as in retail, construction, healthcare, or hospitality—often deal with sore knees, feet, or hips. Prolonged standing, lifting, and walking can lead to overuse injuries, especially if your footwear or surfaces aren’t ideal.
How physiotherapy helps:
Gait and movement analysis
Exercises to improve lower body strength and joint stability
Advice on footwear, load management, and pacing strategies
Treatment to ease inflammation and reduce pain
5. Acute Injuries: Sprains, Strains, and Falls
Accidents happen. Whether it’s a slip on a wet floor, a rolled ankle on-site, or a sudden strain from lifting, these types of injuries can happen to anyone. Without proper rehab, acute injuries can become chronic issues.
How physiotherapy helps:
Accurate diagnosis and movement testing
Injury management through our 3 Phase Pain to Performance model
Joint and soft tissue treatment
Step-by-step return to work and activity plans
Why Choose Tewantin Physiotherapy for Work Injuries?
We understand that your work life and physical health are closely connected. Our approach to workplace injuries focuses on three key goals:
✅ Get you pain-free
✅ Get you back to work safely
✅ Make you stronger and more stable to prevent re-injury
With a combination of hands-on treatment, targeted exercises, and expert guidance, we help you move beyond just “getting by” and toward long-term recovery.
We Tailor Treatment to Your Work and Your Life
Every workplace is different—and so is every injury. That’s why we take the time to understand your job demands, movement patterns, and personal goals. Whether you need to carry heavy loads, spend hours behind a desk, or be on your feet all day, we’ll create a recovery plan that gets you back to doing what you need (and love) to do.
We also offer:
Taping for support
Referrals for imaging or medical opinions if needed
Education on injury prevention strategies
Progress tracking through every phase of your recovery
Get Back to Work—and Life—Feeling Better Than Ever
Work injuries are tough, but you don’t have to push through the pain or go it alone. The right physiotherapy can help you recover faster, move better, and reduce the chance of the same issue popping up again.
If you’ve experienced a workplace injury, reach out to Tewantin Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre today. We’re here to support your recovery—step by step.
👉 Contact us to book an appointment and take the first step toward moving well and working strong again.
