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Back injuries are sometimes a problem at my workplace. Can a Return to Work Program help speed employees recovery from back injuries?

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Back injuries are sometimes a problem at my workplace. Can a Return to Work Program help speed employees recovery from back injuries?

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Yes. Aside from being the No. 1 on-the-job injury, back claims are among the most expensive injuries for employers. The good news is when employers adopt a RTW plan, employees with back ailments usually get prompt medical intervention, recover faster and miss fewer days of work. (Source: The Top 10 Physical and Mental Health Conditions Affecting Six Large US Employers, Goetzel, et. al.