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Burned by poor RTW management

contributorFrederieke Schaafsma

A badly managed case of staff burnout highlights the importance of an integrated approach to return to work

Compensation's negative side effects

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

We don't talk enough about the poor outcomes associated with workers' compensation.

Returning to work after depression

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Returning to work after depression, a discussion with beyondblue.

Working with quadriplegia TWO: physical challenges need flexible management

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Mario was set to become a surgeon before an accident left him with quadriplegia. Management flexibility was key to a sustainable return to work.

Working with quadriplegia ONE: what motivates return to employment

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

What helped Mario return to work after a car accident left him with quadriplegia?

Dr Hari Dhir on doctor-patient communication (part 2)

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

The second half of Dr Dhir's doctor-patient communication insights.

Doctor-patient communication: when it's good, everyone benefits (Part 1)

contributorRTWMatters team

The first half of RTW Matter's interview with Dr Hari Dhir.

When return to work works best

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

RTW Matters interviewed 57-year-old 'Sally', who went straight back to work after sustaining a shoulder injury. We learn what helped - and what didn't.

Proactive management is crucial for anxious injured workers

contributorSarah Duffield

A machine operator who already has minimal work restrictions experiences another injury, this time resulting in ongoing soreness, coupled with anxiety and distress. The result is an extended duration of restricted duties.

Loss of motivation is common when people remain on part-time modified duties

contributorSarah Duffield

A project manager develops an overuse injury and is still on part-time restricted duties after many months.

Early, quality support for workers with significant injuries is important.

contributorSarah Duffield

A long standing employee sustained a significant knee injury at work. Effective coordination and rehabilitation would have changed his life.

When adequate rehabilitation is not enough

contributorSarah Duffield

A long-term stable worker sustains a significant hip injury. While he has returned to work on restricted duties, a long term view is needed.

Positive (pirate) working culture

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Workers' compensation and return to work plans have a longer history than you might think.