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Physical Therapy for Postal Carriers

Therapy for

Postal Carriers

While online shopping has steadily continued to grow over the years, the recent Covid pandemic and stay at home orders have caused it to absolutely explode and postal carriers are directly impacted contending with more volume, heavier packages, and longer shifts. Simply put, the job is physically taxing and as a result, injuries are on the rise. The Government Accountability Office reports 34,000 injuries a year. Our physical therapists at Therapy Unlimited do a lot more than stretching or strengthening weak muscles after an injury or surgery. They evaluate and diagnose many problems before they lead to more serious injuries or even disability. They also help with managing pain. Which is why adding physical therapy to your life as a postal worker would benefit you in the future and help prevent serious consequences for not listening to your body. Common injuries include but aren’t limited to:

Torn Rotator Cuff due to carrying sling bags full of mail
Knee Injuries due to repetitive bending
Dog Bites
Falls due to uneven or poorly maintained sidewalks and stairs; loose, broken or deteriorating handrails or stair treads; potholes; tripping over unforeseen debris and obstacles; slick conditions from rain, snow & ice
Vehicle Accidents
Arthritis
Overexertion/Repetitive Motion Injuries muscles, nerves and tendons can be harmed as a result of lifting, carrying/pushing and/or pulling trays of loose mail, packages and other objections; bending, stretching, reaching and working in awkward body positions
Chronic Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Hip Injuries
Ankle Injuries
Feet Problems

It is important NOT to ignore signs and symptoms of injury including: pain, tightness, loss of range in motion or use, and/or or swelling.

For injuries that are non-emergent, consider seeing a physical therapist! Most insurance plans cover physical therapy including claims filed with the Department of Labor. Physical therapy is also now covered under Direct Access – meaning you don’t need a referral to initially see a PT – you’re entitled to 10 visits within 21 days before needing a prescription. Some of the benefits of physical therapy for injuries sustained on the job or as a result of the job are as follows:

Physical Therapy Benefits:

Body assessment & correction to maximize mobility & stability
Decreased painful movement patterns & minimize risk for injury
Correct posture
Gait training
Strength training
Proper stretching technique

Aquatic Therapy Benefits:

Warm water immersion increases blood flow to the muscles up to 240%
Buoyance provides a weightlessness to joints which allows greater movements due to decreased compressive forces and pain
Muscle strengthening through resistance due to the “drag” of the water
With increased support from water, patients often have a reduced fear of falling and can safely be challenged to improve gait and balance
Reduction of swelling and inflammation
Reduced anxiety and depression
Core strengthening is one of the most important goals of rehabilitation. Working on specific exercises in a pool will naturally work a person’s balance and core strength and when combined with land-based therapies, aqua therapy can be a valuable tool for increasing a player’s muscle strength, cardiovascular fitness, and sport-specific mechanics (ie: pitching mechanics).
In general, aqua therapy allows for more rotation, improved circulation, improved balance and provides the resistance needed to challenge and strengthen muscles. Further, because the water is a natural shock absorber, players won’t feel as sore or stiff after an aqua therapy session as they could after a traditional aerobic gym workout.

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