This Halloween, one Fortune 500 manufacturer faced real-life frights, not from ghosts or goblins, but from rising injury rates, employee pain, and mounting ergonomic challenges. To combat these issues, they knew they needed an effective injury prevention program.
Haunted by 21 workplace injuries in just one year and persistent reports of pain in the neck, shoulders, and upper back, this global materials manufacturer needed a way to address its safety risks before they escalated into even more costly consequences. Implementing an injury prevention program became a top priority.
That’s when they called DORN Companies, the nation’s leading injury prevention company, to deliver a proven ergonomic program that could restore comfort, morale, and productivity through their specialized injury prevention program.
Within just 12 months, the results were no trick, a staggering 81% reduction in injuries, an 84% drop in reported pain, and nearly $1 million in total savings.
Haunted by Hazards: Diagnosing the Problem
When DORN’s Injury Prevention Specialists arrived on-site, the picture was clear: chronic strain, poor posture, and workstation design flaws were creating a perfect storm of risk.
Through detailed ergonomic assessments, our experts identified that repetitive motion, awkward positioning, and inadequate workstation support were contributing to the company’s high injury rates and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Employees were working through discomfort, morale was slipping, and productivity was taking a hit, a nightmare scenario for any safety leader.
That’s when DORN went to work, bringing decades of expertise in injury prevention programs that address both body mechanics and workplace design.
Casting Out Injury Risks with DORN’s Proven Ergonomic Program
To tackle the problem from every angle, DORN implemented a customized ergonomic and injury prevention program focused on four powerful components:
- Ergonomic and site risk assessments to identify and mitigate high-risk tasks
- Manual therapy sessions to relieve chronic pain and restore mobility
- Biomechanics training to teach safe movement and posture
- Holistic wellness support to sustain long-term change
Over the course of the program, DORN worked with 116 employees (63% of the workforce).
Manual therapy provided immediate and lasting relief from pain, while ergonomic coaching equipped employees with the tools to move more efficiently and safely.
The DORN team also improved workstation layouts, tool placement, and workflow design, eliminating MSD risks and ensuring every employee had the right ergonomic support to thrive.
The Treat: Dramatic Results That Last
After one year, the impact was undeniable, and the results were anything but scary:
- 84% reduction in overall pain levels
- 81% drop in workplace injury rates
- $408,000 in direct cost savings
- $950,000 in potential risk avoidance
- Boosted morale, engagement, and productivity
- 750% ROI
“In 2022, we had 21 incidents. This year, we’re at four. That’s a big deal. DORN helped us achieve an 81% reduction in injury rates in just 12 months.”
— Client Safety Manager
By integrating DORN’s holistic injury prevention programs and ergonomic training, this manufacturer turned a frightening workplace challenge into a model of health and safety excellence.
No Tricks, Just Results: DORN Delivers Safety That Lasts
The true magic of DORN’s approach lies in its data-driven, people-first model. By blending on-site therapy, ergonomics, and early symptom intervention, DORN helps organizations reduce pain, prevent injuries, and protect both workers and the bottom line.
Is your organization haunted by rising injury rates, workers’ comp costs, or ergonomic challenges?
Don’t wait until your next safety scare; let DORN’s experts help you build a future-proof injury prevention strategy.
Schedule a free consultation and discover how the nation’s top injury prevention company can keep your workforce healthy, strong, and pain-free — no tricks, just proven results.
