Common Injuries Suffered by Postal Employees: How Advantage Healthcare Systems Can Help
Are you a letter carrier or a mail clerk? Did you know that you face a higher risk of injury on the job than most other workers? Statistics show that postal employees are twice as likely to be hurt on the job than the average worker. If you’re injured while performing your duties, you have the right to file a federal workers’ compensation claim through the OWCP (Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs), securing benefits for lost wages, vocational rehab (if necessary), and all reasonable and necessary medical expenses.
But, it’s not just about filing a claim. It’s about getting the right medical care to treat your injury. At Advantage Healthcare Systems, we understand the federal workers’ compensation system and its requirements. We can help you choose the right medical professional to treat your injury and ensure that you receive the best possible care.
The Common Injuries Sustained by USPS Employees
The job responsibilities of letter carriers and postal clerks make them susceptible to a broad range of injuries, including:
- Attacks, mauling, or bites by unrestrained dogs while delivering mail or packages
- Slips, trips, and falls in inclement weather, on broken or cracked pavement, sidewalks, steps, or stairs
- Back, hip, leg, and ankle injuries from lifting packages or heavy bags of mail
- Neck, arm, or shoulder injuries from carrying heavy bags or slings of mail
- Hip and knee injuries from walking mail routes carrying heavy bags of mail
- Injuries suffered in motor vehicle accidents while delivering or picking up mail
- Repetitive stress injuries from sitting, standing, bending over, or sorting large quantities of mail
At Advantage Healthcare Systems, we treat all types of injuries suffered by postal employees, including:
- Lacerations, contusions, or puncture wounds sustained in dog attacks
- Traumatic brain injury or concussion from falls or motor vehicle accidents
- Disc or spinal cord injury from collisions or trips and falls
- Broken bones
- Connective tissue injury, including tendonitis, torn ligaments, or muscle damage
Contact Us to Set Up an Appointment
Don’t suffer in silence. Contact us today to set up an appointment and get the care you deserve. Our team of experienced medical professionals is dedicated to helping you recover and get back to work as quickly as possible. Call us toll-free at 1-877-487-8289 or fill out the form provided below to schedule an assessment. We offer locations across Texas, including Fort Worth, Dallas and San Antonio.
