Workplace Spinal Injury Clinic
Specialist assessment, treatment and recovery support for work-related neck and back injuries.
If you've injured your neck or back at work, early specialist assessment can make a significant difference to your recovery.
Why Choose Sydney Spine Institute?
At Sydney Spine Institute, our Workplace Spinal Injury Clinic is led by Specialist Occupational Physicians who focus exclusively on the assessment, treatment and recovery of workplace spinal injuries. We work closely with our multidisciplinary spine team to help people recover safely, return to meaningful work, and navigate the workers compensation journey with confidence.
Unlike many occupational medicine practices that manage a broad range of workplace health issues, our clinic is one of Australia's few specialist services dedicated exclusively to the assessment, treatment and recovery of workplace spinal injuries.
This focused approach combines specialist occupational medicine expertise with our comprehensive multidisciplinary spine services.
Specialist Occupational Physicians
Experienced in workplace spinal injury assessment, recovery planning and return-to-work management.
Spine-Focused Expertise
Assessment and management of neck injuries, back injuries, spinal disc issues, back pain, sciatica and other spinal conditions.
Multidisciplinary Care
Occupational Physicians, Spine Physician, Spine Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Pain Coaches and Spine Surgeons working together within one integrated spine service.
Workers Compensation System Experience
Experienced in communicating with GPs, employers, insurers and rehabilitation providers to support coordinated care and timely recovery.
Spinal Injury Callback
Early guidance can make a significant difference to recovery after a workplace spinal injury.
For Referrers
Not every workplace spinal injury requires specialist assessment. If you're unsure whether referral is appropriate, our Spinal Injury Callback service offers an opportunity to discuss the case with one of our Specialist Occupational Physicians before making a referral.
Our Spinal Injury Callback service is available to injured workers, General Practitioners, rehabilitation providers and other healthcare professionals seeking guidance about the assessment and management of workplace spinal injuries.
Whether you're an injured worker trying to understand the next step, or a healthcare professional wondering whether specialist assessment may be appropriate, our experienced Occupational Physicians can help point you in the right direction.
During the call we may briefly discuss:
- the nature of the injury and current symptoms
- treatment or investigations arranged so far
- whether specialist assessment may be appropriate
- appropriate next steps
The callback provides general guidance only. It is not a medical consultation, does not replace the treating clinician, and individual treatment recommendations cannot be provided without a formal assessment.
This service is currently available for recent workplace spinal injuries covered by workers compensation schemes.
Conditions We Manage
Our clinic assesses and manages a wide range of work-related spinal conditions, including:
Neck injuries
- Whiplash
- Cervical disc injuries
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Persistent neck pain
Back injuries
- Lumbar disc injuries
- Sciatica
- Degenerative spinal conditions aggravated by work
- Persistent back pain after workplace injury
Complex recovery
- Delayed recovery
- Ongoing pain affecting work capacity
- Difficulty returning to work
- Questions regarding diagnosis or treatment options
Early Assessment Matters
If you're unsure whether specialist assessment is needed, our Spinal Injury Callback service can help point you in the right direction.
Many workplace spinal injuries improve with appropriate conservative management.
However, delayed assessment, prolonged uncertainty and fragmented care can contribute to slower recovery and prolonged time away from work with negative flow-on effects on mental health, personal relationships and overall well-being.
Early specialist assessment can help:
- Confirm the diagnosis
- Identify barriers to recovery
- Develop an evidence-based management plan
- Coordinate treatment where required
- Support safe and sustainable return to work
How We Help
The Return to Work Pathway
Every patient's pathway is different. Some patients may benefit from only a small amount of preparation or rehabilitation support, while others may require a more comprehensive approach. Our goal is to provide the right level of support at the right time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible and seek medical attention. Your GP is usually the first doctor involved in your care and can assess your injury, commence treatment and coordinate any necessary referrals. If you're unsure what to do next, our Spinal Injury Callback service can help you understand your options.
In most cases, your GP should be your first point of contact. They can assess your injury, issue any required Certificates of Capacity and coordinate your ongoing care. If specialist assessment is appropriate, they may refer you to our Workplace Spinal Injury Clinic.
An injured worker, General Practitioner, rehabilitation provider or anyone involved in the care of a person with a recent workplace spinal injury. The callback provides general guidance and can help determine whether specialist assessment may be appropriate.
Yes. We welcome calls from General Practitioners, rehabilitation providers and other healthcare professionals who would like to discuss whether referral to our Workplace Spinal Injury Clinic may be appropriate or to better understand the services we provide.
Yes. A referral from your GP or another medical practitioner is generally required.
Yes. Your GP continues to play an important role in your ongoing healthcare, and we work collaboratively with them.
Yes. Please contact our team to discuss your circumstances.
If surgery becomes necessary, streamlined referral within Sydney Spine Institute to our Neurosurgical team will ensure continuity of care.
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If you're unsure whether specialist assessment is needed, our Spinal Injury Callback service can help point you in the right direction.
