Work Injury Care in Westminster, CO

Injured on the Job?

Lifting, reaching, typing, driving and standing all day can strain the body, and a single slip or lift can cause a serious injury. At Allied Healthcare in Westminster, we treat work injuries with an integrated plan built around the exact movements your job requires, so you can return to work strong and stay there.

We accept health insurance as an out-of-network provider, auto insurance claims, workers comp claims.

Work Injuries We Treat

• Low back strains from lifting and bending
• Neck and upper back pain from desk and screen work
• Shoulder injuries from overhead work
• Carpal tunnel and elbow tendon pain from tools and typing
• Sciatica and disc injuries
• Knee, ankle and foot pain from standing, ladders and uneven ground
• Repetitive strain injuries of all kinds

How We Treat Work Injuries

We take your word for how your injury feels and how it affects your work. We never dismiss pain because it is hard to see on an image.

• A job-specific exam. We look at how you lift, carry, reach, sit and stand at work, not just where it hurts.
• Restoring the movements your job demands. Every plan is built around your real work tasks.
• Constant core activation and proper movement patterns. These spread load across the whole body so one area stops taking all the strain.
• Proper breathing mechanics. Breathing and bracing for safe lifting and less neck and shoulder tension.
• Looking for every cause. For long-standing problems we look at workstation setup, tools, shift length, sleep and stress.
• A plan built for you. Nobody is built the same or does the same job the same way, so no two plans are alike.

Services That May Be Part of Your Plan

• Chiropractic care: joint mobilization, soft-tissue work, kinesio taping and functional movement rehabilitation.
• Physical therapy: progressive strengthening and work-conditioning exercises.
• Massage therapy: relief for overworked muscles.
• Acupuncture: pain relief and better sleep during recovery.

Workers' Comp and Billing

We accept health insurance as an out-of-network provider, auto insurance claims, workers comp claims. Every service can be billed.

• Report the injury. Tell your employer in writing as soon as possible; Colorado asks for written notice within four working days.
• Get authorization. Care on a Colorado workers' comp claim is directed by your authorized treating physician. Ask them, or your adjuster, to authorize care at Allied Healthcare.
• We coordinate. We work with your adjuster and treating physician and share progress notes so your care stays on track.
• Not a workers' comp case? We bill your health insurance as an out-of-network provider.

We are not attorneys and can't advise you on your claim. Questions about benefits or disputes belong with your adjuster or an attorney.

What to Bring to Your First Visit

• Your claim number and the insurer's name, if you have them
• Your adjuster's name and phone number
• Your authorized treating physician's referral or authorization, if you have it
• Your health insurance card and photo ID
• A short description of your job duties

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I come to Allied Healthcare for a workers' comp injury?

Yes. We accept health insurance as an out-of-network provider, auto insurance claims, workers comp claims. In Colorado, care on a workers' comp claim is directed by your authorized treating physician, so ask your treating physician or adjuster to authorize care at Allied Healthcare and we'll coordinate with them.

How soon do I need to report a work injury?

Colorado law asks injured workers to report the injury to their employer in writing within four working days. Report it as soon as you can, and talk to your employer or adjuster about next steps.

What if my pain came on slowly, not from one accident?

Repetitive strain from lifting, typing, standing or driving all day counts. It may be covered by workers' comp, and if it isn't, we bill your health insurance as an out-of-network provider.

Will you help me get back to work safely?

Yes. Your plan is built around the movements your job demands, and we share progress notes and work-activity recommendations with your treating physician and adjuster.

Do I need a referral?

Not for care outside a workers' comp claim. For a workers' comp claim, your care needs to be authorized by your treating physician or the insurer.