An exercise-based work injury prevention program reduces injury rates and costs in urban firefighters
ORCiD
0000-0001-5772-7727
Document Type
Poster
Conference Title/Conference Publication
Annual Conference of the California Physical Therapy Association
Organization
California Physical Therapy Association
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Conference Dates
September 28, 2012-September 29, 2012
Date of Presentation
9-28-2012
Abstract
45 full-time urban firefighters received a work injury prevention program administered by a physical therapist. Retrospective analysis of data over a 7-year period showed a consistent linear reduction of workman’s compensation cost, decreased number of work injuries and decreased numbers of lost work hours.
Recommended Citation
Moore, M.; Davenport, Todd E.; and Mattern Baxter, K., "An exercise-based work injury prevention program reduces injury rates and costs in urban firefighters" (2012). School of Pharmacy Faculty Presentations. 82.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/phs-facpres/82
