The risk of injuries faced by airport screeners is varied. Airport screeners around the country have reported back strains, lacerations, bruises, abrasions and even broken bones. As a result, proper training and techniques are key. It’s important that screeners utilize proper lifting technique and ergonomics. However, constrained work environments often make this difficult. The TSA [...]
A recent study performed by the Government Accountability Office found that almost all federal employees are rated as being above average in the job performance. In fact, 99% of all federal employees were given a rating of "fully successful" or better. 74% were received the highest ratings of "exceeding fully successful" and "outstanding". Less than [...]
AUSTIN - A chiropractor in the Central Texas area plead guilty to solicitation and receipt of illegal remunerations regarding the treatment of injured federal workers and the federal workers compensation system under the US Department of Labor (DOL). A judge sentenced the chiropractor to 14 years in prison and insisted the chiropractor repay the nearly [...]
A couple of weeks ago the United States Department of Labor (DOL) rendered its final decision as to overtime rules. The new rule, which will be effective as of December 1st of this year, will increase the overtime eligibility for millions of Americans under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Though the new rule is [...]
One of our doctors down in Houston prepared this excellent video that talks about the importance of choosing an experienced DOL doctor that can help you to make sure you file your claim correctly. Check it out:
There are many doctors across the United States that are being severely penalized with heavy fines and jail time for trying to defraud the United States Government with improper billing and other unethical practices. Make sure to choose a DOL doctor that is honest, ethical, and compliant with the long list of standards the Department [...]
Choosing Your DOL Doctor Did you know that the Federal Employees Compensation Act affords all injured federal workers the right to choose their own doctor? That's right, you don't have to go to the doctor that your supervisor or employing agency tells you to. You can choose a doctor that puts your needs first and [...]
At ARITX there are a variety of services to treat osteoarthritic pain of the knee. Initial forms of treatment are simple painkillers, prescription painkillers, physical therapy, and exercise. While we do offer those, Hyalgan injections delivered at our office by our medical specialists are a more novel form of treatment. Though you may seem apprehensive [...]
We all know that a balanced diet is important. We need to eat the right amount of fruits, vegetables, protein, and grains to live a healthy life. But certain types of foods can also be beneficial for joints. If you suffer from osteoarthritis, then you know that inflammation, stiffness of the joints, or other types [...]
Arthritis, more specifically osteoarthritis, is one of the most common causes of knee pain. Osteoarthritis is caused by the wear and tear of joints over time. A lack of cartilage to cushion the joint as well as a decrease of synovial fluid to lubricate joints can cause immense arthritis pain in the knee such as [...]
