Occupational Rehabilitation and Worksite Assessments

Occupational rehabilitation at Cairns Total Physio focuses on helping injured workers safely return to work while supporting employers to manage injury, reduce risk, and maintain productivity.

We provide practical, physiotherapy-led services that bridge the gap between clinical care and real workplace demands. Our approach is structured, collaborative, and tailored to both the individual and their work environment.

Supporting employers and injured workers

We work closely with employers and business owners, injured workers, GPs and medical specialists, and insurers and case managers. This allows us to deliver coordinated care that supports recovery while aligning with workplace requirements. Communication is a key part of our service, with regular updates, reports and collaboration to ensure everyone is working toward the same outcome.

Occupational rehabilitation services

Our occupational rehabilitation services are designed as an extension of physiotherapy and may include:

• Return to work planning and progression
• Injury management and load modification
• Communication with GPs, specialists and insurers
• Ongoing review of progress and work capacity

We commonly support workers recovering from conditions such as low back pain, shoulder pain, knee injuries, workplace injuries, and post-operative recovery following orthopaedic surgery. Our focus is on helping workers return to their role safely, gradually, and with confidence.

Worksite assessments

Worksite assessments involve reviewing the physical demands of a job within the real workplace environment. This may include identifying physical demands of specific tasks, assessing risk factors contributing to injury, recommending modifications or adjustments, and providing practical strategies to reduce strain and improve safety.

These assessments are particularly useful for manual or physically demanding roles, repetitive tasks, and return-to-work planning. Our goal is to ensure that work tasks can be performed safely and sustainably.

Workstation and ergonomic assessments

Workstation assessments are focused on desk-based or office environments. We assess desk and chair setup, screen positioning, keyboard and mouse use, posture, and work habits.

Small changes to workstation setup can help reduce symptoms associated with neck pain, upper back pain, and shoulder tension. We provide practical recommendations that are simple to implement and effective long-term.

A practical and collaborative approach

At Cairns Total Physio, we understand that successful workplace rehabilitation requires more than treatment alone. Our approach focuses on clear communication with all stakeholders, real-world application of rehabilitation strategies, gradual return to work tasks, and ongoing support and review.

By aligning physiotherapy care with workplace demands, we help improve outcomes for both the worker and employer.