Returning to Work
A practical process for planning an early, supported return to work without treating fixed timelines or restrictions as universal.
Many people do not need to be pain-free before returning to work. Early, supported return is often associated with better function than prolonged absence, especially when duties can be adjusted. This is not a command to return regardless of diagnosis, safety, or working conditions.
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