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How long are you out of work with a torn ligament in your knee?

I am a 28 year old male and I have a torn ligament in my knee. How long are you out of work with a torn ligament in your knee?
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Do orthopedic doctors treat shoulder pain?

I am a 28 year old male. I have shoulder pain after a workplace injury outside. Do orthopedic doctors treat shoulder pain?
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How do I get my legs to stop aching?

I am a 37 year old female who injured her leg at work. How do I get my legs to stop aching?
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How to treat an injured back?

I am a 56 year old male that moves bricks for work and I injured my back. Do I need surgery? How to treat an injured back?
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Can being in an unhappy marriage qualify for occupational medicine?

I am a 48 year old male who is frustrated with my failing marriage and it is starting to affect my work. Does this qualify for occupational medicine treatment?
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What exercises can I do to avoid carpal tunnel?

My hand cramps up when I'm typing at work, and sometimes the pain is unbearable. I feel like this is the start of carpal tunnel, because my mom has it and experienced similar...
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What's the difference between occupational and physical therapy?

I'm just wondering what the difference is between occupational therapy and physical therapy. Do they focus on different things?
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Does my father need occupational therapy?

My father had a stroke 2 weeks ago, and he is still recovering. Does my father need occupational therapy to regain some of his muscular function?
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How will an occupational therapist help with Parkinson's?

My grandmother was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, and her doctor actually referred her to an occupational therapist to help her with her symptoms. What kind of activities...
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Should I be doing hand exercises at home?

I have arthritis in my hands, and my doctor referred me to try occupational therapy so that I can maintain some strength in them. I'm doing great in my sessions, but when I'm...
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Can occupational medicine treat Parkinson's?

My grandmother was diagnosed with Parkinson's a month ago, and I'm trying to help my mom suggest some therapies for her to help her gain strength and keep her active. Can occupation...
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How can occupational therapy help stroke patients?

My grandmother had a stroke, and is in occupational therapy to improve the strength in her hands. What exercises are usually done that will help her?
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When should my mom start occupational therapy?

My mom had a stroke a week ago, and is still recovering. She's in physical therapy right now to help get her strength back for walking, but I think she needs to also be in occupational...
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What do you mean by occupational health check?

I am undergoing my final stage of interviews for a new job role in a big organization. Apart from my last round of interviews, I have been asked to undergo an occupational health...
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