A workplace injury can be a highly stressful experience. Beyond the physical pain, you are suddenly faced with navigating paperwork, communicating with employers, and worrying about your livelihood. At Shephard Health, our Calgary clinic is a fully authorized provider for the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) of Alberta. Our dedicated team is here to help you heal quickly, manage the necessary reporting, and get you back to work safely.
We understand the physical demands of Calgary's diverse industries. Whether you work in downtown corporate offices, on a busy construction site, or in a fast-paced retail environment, we provide the personalized, people-first care you need to recover from a work-related injury.
Step 1: Report the Injury to Your Employer Notify your supervisor or employer immediately after the incident occurs. It is crucial to have an official record of the injury on file at your workplace. Your employer is required by law to report the injury to WCB Alberta within 72 hours if it requires medical attention beyond simple first aid.
Step 2: Submit Your Worker Report You must also report your injury directly to WCB Alberta. You can do this easily online through the WCB Alberta portal or by submitting a physical form. Doing this promptly ensures your claim processing begins without delay.
Step 3: Book Your Initial Medical Assessment Contact Shephard Health to schedule an initial WCB assessment. Tell our reception team that your visit is related to a workplace injury. We will examine your injury, provide an accurate diagnosis, and submit the necessary medical reports directly to WCB on your behalf.
Workplace injuries can happen suddenly or develop slowly over time. Our Kensington clinic is equipped to diagnose and treat a wide variety of occupational injuries. We focus on identifying the root cause of your pain rather than just masking the symptoms.
Lower back strains from heavy lifting or improper mechanics
Repetitive strain injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome
Neck and shoulder pain from prolonged desk work or poor ergonomics
Joint sprains and soft tissue damage from slips, trips, and falls
Whiplash injuries resulting from work-related driving accidents
Once your claim is established, we will build a customized treatment plan tailored to the specific demands of your job. Our goal is to restore your strength and mobility so you can return to your duties without the risk of re-injury. Your WCB-approved treatment plan may include:
We provide expert spinal adjustments and joint mobilization to relieve pain and restore proper biomechanical function.
Repetitive workplace tasks often lead to restrictive scar tissue. We utilize active release therapy in Calgary to break down these adhesions, relieve trapped nerves, and restore natural movement to your muscles.
Our advanced cold laser therapy penetrates deeply into injured tissues to stimulate cellular repair and reduce inflammation safely.
For chronic work-related conditions like severe tendonitis, we frequently utilize shockwave therapy to accelerate the body's natural healing process and increase blood flow to the damaged area.
You do not have to figure out your workplace recovery on your own. Dr. Jay Shephard and our clinical team have extensive experience working with WCB Alberta. We provide the expert hands-on therapy and rehabilitative support you need to recover efficiently.
Take control of your recovery. Contact Shephard Health today to schedule your comprehensive WCB injury assessment. Let us build your personalized roadmap back to health.