Sustaining a musculoskeletal injury as a CNA
As a home health worker, you’re accustomed to caring for others and assisting with their day-to-day activities. But, since your workplace injury, the roles have reversed and now you’re the one in need of care. After lifting a patient, you are beginning to wonder if you’ve sustained a musculoskeletal injury. As of right now, you may have more questions than answers. Here’s a brief overview of musculoskeletal injuries and how workers’ compensation benefits can help you to obtain relief. What are musculoskeletal disorders? Lifting a patient can put home health workers at high risk for injury. Injuries to one’s muscles,…
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