Contusion
PT
Physical Therapy
Fitness for work
Pokes with needles for pain release
Acupuncturist
2/52
Two weeks
The breaking of a bone (several types of this particular injury can occur)
Fracture
MOI
Mechanism of Injury
Measurable information, based on clinical examination
Objective (information)
Musculoskeletal treatment, often approved for a period of 6 weeks
Physiotherapy
Dec. ROM
Relates to an injury caused by overstretching of the ligaments
Sprain
POB
Part of Body
Phrasing used to declare when a worker has resumed employment in some capacity
Return(ed) to Work
A treatment provider who will outline the diagnosis, treatment recommendations and restrictions, usually seen within two weeks of the injury occurring
Physician/General Practitioner
MMI
Maximum Medical Improvement
A tear resulting in the group of muscles around the shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
CTS
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Patient described sensations: pain, tenderness, aching, discomfort, etc
Subjective (information)
A program that helps promote a quick and safe return to work. They provide injured workers expedited access to medical services
OIS clinic/physician
AROM
Active Range of Motion
Resulting injury due to repetitive forceful movements of the wrist and/or forearm
Tennis or golfer's elbow (medial or lateral epicondylitis)
IME
Independent Medical Exam
A worker may have the following abilities to perform work however are unfit for their regular job duties
Restrictions
WCB has three contracted providers in Alberta who complete specialized treatment if further strengthening or conditioning is required for the recovery of an injury
Return to Work Program
Pre-ex. R shld OA
Pre-existing right shoulder osteoarthritis