Work conditioning/hardening is an individualized structured return to work program which helps injured worker to gain strength, endurance and flexibility needed to return to work.
Think of it as physical therapy, but job-specific
Here’s the breakdown:
What it is
• A structured therapy program focused on strength, endurance, flexibility, and movement
• Designed to match the physical demands of your actual job (lifting, pushing, overhead work, standing long hours, etc.)
