Workplace injuries to backs and necks are far too common, and a shoulder injury at work is no exception. Since, as a worker, you use your shoulders each time you lift or use your arms, shoulder injuries can cause excruciating pain, limit movement and restrict your ability to work.

Spinal surgery including neck fusion rates in Workers’ Compensation populations worldwide are high. Revision surgery on the cervical spine and other areas including the lumbar region are also high, while the numbers able to return to work are low (1).

Spinal surgery including neck fusion rates in Workers’ Compensation populations worldwide are high. Revision surgery on the cervical spine and other areas including the lumbar region are also high, while the numbers able to return to work are low (1).

Back and neck injuries at work are two of the most common causes of workers’ compensation claims. The reason may be because we use these parts of the body a lot more than most people realise.