Work Injury Management Consultant for Safer Workplaces

Engaging a dedicated work injury management consultant helps organizations minimize workers' compensation expenses, accelerate employee recovery, and maintain regulatory compliance. Our comprehensive approach integrates immediate clinical triage, specialized ergonomic reviews, and customized return-to-work protocols to identify movement risks early, resolve physical discomfort, and protect your workforce across all operational facilities nationwide.

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Our Work Injury Management Services

Explore tailored consulting, triage, and ergonomic programs designed to prevent injuries and streamline employee rehabilitation.

Return to Work Program

Customized interventions including pain management, mobility training, and simulated work tasks that assist employees in safely reintegrating into their job roles.

24/7 Triage Hotline

Round-the-clock symptom evaluations by nurses or athletic trainers offering clinical documentation and protocol guidance to resolve incidents without emergency room visits.

Early Symptom Intervention

Hands-on PainFree therapy addressing acute or chronic musculoskeletal strain through non-recordable manual techniques applied directly during normal shift hours.

On-Site Injury Prevention

Dedicated specialist sessions combining hands-on physical therapy, workstation risk monitoring, and behavioral coaching to eliminate repetitive strain discomfort.

Ergonomic Assessments

Thorough facility reviews and job demand analyses combining qualitative observations with data to identify root causes of physical fatigue.

Physical Capacity Testing

Pre-hire evaluations assessing candidate physical aptitude for essential functions to prevent new-hire strain injuries during early employment periods.

Total Worker Health

Proactive Workplace Injury Management and Prevention Solutions

Our work injury management consultancy delivers strategic oversight across the entire injury cycle. By addressing the body, behavior, and physical environment, we implement proactive interventions that lower OSHA recordable rates, decrease workers' compensation payouts, and expedite safe job re-entry. We combine hands-on therapy, continuous ergonomic assessments, and reliable clinical triage to safeguard your personnel and support organizational productivity.

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Measurable Safety Results

Proven Injury Reductions

Review how our proactive injury management and ergonomic strategies decrease claims and preserve worker wellness.

"The program has shown to be effective at preventing the escalation of injuries and is seen as an added benefit of working here by our employees."

Human Resource Executive
The DORN Difference

Why Choose DORN Companies?

Benefit from decades of specialized expertise in enterprise injury mitigation and employee ergonomics.

Decades of Experience

Over 20 years of proven expertise in industrial ergonomics and workplace injury reduction.

Nationwide Specialist Network

Extensive network of certified ergonomics evaluators and manual therapy providers across nationwide facilities.

Holistic Assessment Framework

Comprehensive strategy evaluating the body, worker behavior, and workstation environment for complete protection.

Continuous Medical Triage

Around-the-clock professional nurse and trainer hotline ensuring rapid symptom assessment without hospital escalation.

Our Injury Prevention Leadership

Dedicated professionals advancing nationwide industrial safety and ergonomics.

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Alex Smith

Director of Program and Service Development, Senior Ergonomist

Alex was born and raised in Arizona where he graduated from Arizona State University and received his degree in Kinesiology. With over 15 years of expertise in physical therapy and 9 years dedicated to industrial medicine, injury prevention, and ergonomics, Alex brings a wealth of experience to his role. Certified as an Ergonomic Assessment Specialist (CEAS), he is passionate about fostering safe work environments, aiding individuals in their recovery from injuries, facilitating their return to work, and promoting healthier lifestyles, both at work and beyond.

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John Cheeks

Ergonomist

Dr. John Cheeks is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a NIOSH Occupational Safety and Ergonomic Fellow, with specialized expertise in engineering solutions for ergonomics. He is also a Board-Certified Professional Ergonomist. With numerous publications in top-tier journals and a background in gerontology, John is a respected leader in the fields of ergonomics and physical therapy. His extensive experience focuses on developing innovative engineering solutions to improve workplace safety and health.

Portrait of Melody Schell, Senior Ergonomist

Melody Schell

Senior Ergonomist

With a career spanning over 35 years, Melody Schell is a seasoned expert in ergonomics and human movement. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, Melody spent a decade in work injury rehabilitation and prevention. Her expertise is further validated by certifications such as OTR/L, CEES, and CEAS II.

Frequently Asked Questions

When injured, the most important thing for the employee to do is?

The most important initial action for an injured employee is to report the incident immediately to their supervisor and access professional medical triage. Prompt reporting ensures the employee receives rapid evaluation through services like our 24/7 triage hotline, initiates proper clinical documentation, and allows early symptom management before minor strains escalate into severe injuries.

What is an IMC stage 3?

How does early symptom intervention prevent recordable injuries?

What components are included in a Return to Work program?

How do ergonomic assessments identify workstation hazards?

What is the role of physical capacity testing before employment?

Can injury management services be delivered directly on-site?

How does 24/7 nurse triage reduce healthcare expenses?

Ready to Improve Workplace Safety?

Speak with our injury prevention specialists to schedule a customized program consultation.

Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

Certified Ergonomic Evaluator badge

Certified Ergonomic Evaluator

Recognized professional credential for industrial workplace evaluations.

OSHA Recordable Reduction standard emblem

OSHA Recordable Reduction

Proven non-recordable early intervention care methodology.

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Total Worker Health

Integrated framework aligning ergonomics and employee wellness.

Saint-Gobain North American 2018 Ruby Award

Saint-Gobain North American 2018 Ruby Award

Ergonomic risk reduction and DORN therapy

Teddy Award

Teddy Award

Risk & Insurance

PRIMA

PRIMA

Public Risk Management Association

Ergo Cup

Ergo Cup

Applied Ergonomics Conference 2025

Connect with an Injury Management Consultant

Reach out to discuss customized ergonomic assessments, 24/7 triage services, or on-site prevention programs for your workforce.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (888) 870-8828. You can also send us a quick email at info@dorncompanies.com.