What types of workplace injuries does Community Physical Therapy treat?

We treat a broad range of work-related injuries, including musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, soft tissue sprains, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and general occupational trauma. Our integrated PT and OT approach means we also address functional limitations that affect your ability to perform daily job tasks, not just the physical injury itself. Whether your injury resulted from a single incident or developed over time through repetitive strain, our team builds a customized plan around your specific recovery needs and job demands.

What is the difference between work conditioning and work hardening?

Work conditioning focuses on rebuilding general physical capacity, including strength, flexibility, and endurance, to prepare an injured worker for the physical demands of their job. Work hardening is a more intensive, multi-disciplinary program that incorporates job-simulated tasks, ergonomics education, and behavioral components to address the full scope of returning to a specific role. Both programs are offered at Community Physical Therapy in Hanover, MA, and the right choice depends on the severity of your injury and the physical requirements of your position.

What does a Functional Capacity Evaluation involve and how long does it take?

A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a structured assessment that measures your physical abilities against the demands of your job. We offer a Modified FCE lasting 1 to 2 hours and a Full FCE lasting 2 to 3 hours. Both formats include musculoskeletal evaluation, aerobic testing, psychometric testing, and maximum effort lift and grip testing. The results provide objective, documented evidence of your functional abilities, which is valuable for workers' compensation claims, employer return-to-work decisions, and legal proceedings.

Will I see the same therapist at every appointment during my workers' comp treatment?

Yes. At Community Physical Therapy, you work with the same highly experienced therapist at every single visit. This is one of our core commitments and a significant advantage for workers' compensation patients, who benefit from consistent clinical oversight and precise adjustments to their treatment plan over time. Continuity of care means your therapist develops a deep understanding of your injury, your progress, and your job requirements, which leads to more accurate treatment decisions and a more efficient recovery.

Can physical therapy help with cognitive symptoms after a work-related traumatic brain injury?

Yes. Our work injury rehabilitation program includes cognitive rehabilitation for patients recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) sustained in the workplace. Cognitive rehab focuses on helping patients regain memory, attention, processing speed, and other cognitive functions that may have been affected by the injury. This is integrated into a broader treatment plan that also addresses physical symptoms, ensuring the whole person is supported throughout recovery. Our PT and OT team collaborates to bridge physical healing with functional independence in both work and daily life.

Workers Comp Rehab | Hanover, MA

Workplace injuries range from acute trauma to gradual occupational wear, and each case demands a plan built around the specific demands of your job. Our work injury rehabilitation program addresses the full picture: pain, physical function, job-specific conditioning, and the psychological impact of being sidelined. We treat conditions including traumatic brain injury (TBI), musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, and general workplace-related injuries. With our integrated PT and OT approach, we treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis, so you can return to work with real confidence in your body.

Our workers' comp PT care includes structured work conditioning and work hardening programs that progressively rebuild your strength, endurance, and job-specific capabilities. Sessions incorporate job-simulated tasks, ergonomics education, and proper work posture training to prepare your body for the real demands of your role. We also offer Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) in both Modified (1-2 hours) and Full (2-3 hours) formats, providing objective data on your physical abilities through musculoskeletal evaluation, aerobic testing, and maximum effort lift testing. These evaluations give employers, insurers, and legal teams the documentation they need, and give you the validation you deserve.

Unlike high-volume corporate clinics where you may see a different therapist each visit, Community Physical Therapy guarantees continuity of care. You work with the same highly skilled therapist every time, which means your progress is tracked precisely and your treatment plan is adjusted as you improve. Our therapist-owned model means every clinical decision is made with your recovery in mind. We use advanced movement analysis to build customized treatment plans that reflect your actual job requirements, not a generic protocol. For workers' compensation claimants, this level of individualized attention directly supports a safer, faster return to work.

What types of workplace injuries does Community Physical Therapy treat?
We treat a broad range of work-related injuries, including musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, soft tissue sprains, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and general occupational trauma. Our integrated PT and OT approach means we also address functional limitations that affect your ability to perform daily job tasks, not just the physical injury itself. Whether your injury resulted from a single incident or developed over time through repetitive strain, our team builds a customized plan around your specific recovery needs and job demands.
What is the difference between work conditioning and work hardening?
Work conditioning focuses on rebuilding general physical capacity, including strength, flexibility, and endurance, to prepare an injured worker for the physical demands of their job. Work hardening is a more intensive, multi-disciplinary program that incorporates job-simulated tasks, ergonomics education, and behavioral components to address the full scope of returning to a specific role. Both programs are offered at Community Physical Therapy in Hanover, MA, and the right choice depends on the severity of your injury and the physical requirements of your position.
What does a Functional Capacity Evaluation involve and how long does it take?
A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a structured assessment that measures your physical abilities against the demands of your job. We offer a Modified FCE lasting 1 to 2 hours and a Full FCE lasting 2 to 3 hours. Both formats include musculoskeletal evaluation, aerobic testing, psychometric testing, and maximum effort lift and grip testing. The results provide objective, documented evidence of your functional abilities, which is valuable for workers' compensation claims, employer return-to-work decisions, and legal proceedings.
Will I see the same therapist at every appointment during my workers' comp treatment?
Yes. At Community Physical Therapy, you work with the same highly experienced therapist at every single visit. This is one of our core commitments and a significant advantage for workers' compensation patients, who benefit from consistent clinical oversight and precise adjustments to their treatment plan over time. Continuity of care means your therapist develops a deep understanding of your injury, your progress, and your job requirements, which leads to more accurate treatment decisions and a more efficient recovery.
Can physical therapy help with cognitive symptoms after a work-related traumatic brain injury?
Yes. Our work injury rehabilitation program includes cognitive rehabilitation for patients recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) sustained in the workplace. Cognitive rehab focuses on helping patients regain memory, attention, processing speed, and other cognitive functions that may have been affected by the injury. This is integrated into a broader treatment plan that also addresses physical symptoms, ensuring the whole person is supported throughout recovery. Our PT and OT team collaborates to bridge physical healing with functional independence in both work and daily life.