Onsite Corporate Chiropractic Care
In New Zealand, 75% of all New Zealanders suffer back pain at some stage during their lives. This makes back pain New Zealand’s number one occupational health and safety problem, and a major factor in the performance of our workforce as well as the national economy.
The cumulative cost of sick days across New Zealand workplaces adds up to a staggering $1 billion+ every year.
The basis for creating a healthy work force, of course, is a well-conceived and well-promoted Onsite Chiropractic Wellness Program.
Business benefits
The population is becoming more health and wellbeing oriented and there is an increasing demand for Chiropractic. This is due to many people and companies taking a preventative approach to health or wellness care, rather than reacting to the onset of health problems.
So the healthier and happier the work force, the less a company has to spend on hiring and training new personnel.
- save money by decreasing sick leave and absenteeism
- save money by retaining key talent through boosted morale
- helps to reduce costs related to stress related illness claims
- save money through increased productivity and creativity through motivated staff who feel their employer cares about their health and wellness.
- assessment and referral process to other health care professionals when required
- continuing health education and advice where necessary
- tax deductible on-site health benefit*
* Please investigate as your business may be exempt from FBT because it is a “benefit arising from health and safety obligations and the minimising of hazards as identified in the Health and Safety in Employment Act”
Staff benefits
- relieves muscle tension in neck, shoulders, arms and wrists from repetitive use of computer keyboards or poor lifting practices
- relieves back pain and improves posture
- relieves headaches and migraines
- reduces stress, fatigue and anxiety
- relieves eyestrain and improves mental focus and concentration
- stimulates and increases blood circulation
- increases health awareness
- boosts team members morale
On-Site Care Benefits for Businesses and Staff
- Decreases down time for the company as staff have a convenient on-site care
- On the Job Injury Analysis
- Recurring Injury Prevention
What does a Chiropractor do?
Doctors of Chiropractic are experts in their knowledge of the musculoskeletal system (meaning the muscles, bones and joints) and nervous system (which coordinates all activities and functions) of the human body.
Chiropractors study for 5-6 years at University and are especially educated and trained in all dealings regarding the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the nerves, spine and all joints of the human body.
Chiropractors are fully qualified and licensed Radiographer’s and Radiologist’s (meaning not only can they take x-rays we can also read them).
Chiropractors are ACC Accredited Primary Healthcare Professionals.
Some of the most common conditions and problems that Chiropractors see:
- Low Back and Leg pain
- Shoulder and Neck pain
- Headaches and Migraines
- Poor posture
- Work injury and repetitive strain
- Carpal tunnel and compartment disorders
- Knee, Hip and Ankle injury
- Muscular and ligamentous sprains and strains
- Osteoarthritis, Scoliosis
- Sports injury; Rotator cuff tears, Tennis and Golfers Elbow
- Sciatica and Disc problems
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Additional Care & Courses
As part of our service we also give advice and can run courses in the following areas :
- Manual Handling Course Back Injury Prevention (correct lifting techniques)
- Office Ergonomic Course correct workstation setup and postural advice
- Stretching Programs
- Nutrition and healthy diet
- Sleeping posture, Mattresses and Pillows
- Work and Sport Performance
Investment Structure
We have three main investment structures to suit the individual needs of a growing company:
Company pays: This scenario, allows team members to forget about whether or not they can afford Chiropractic Care, and it makes the company look great.
Subsidies: This scenario is the most common. Staff are able to reap the benefits of this service and by offering a subsidy this opens up the opportunity to all personal budgets.
Everyone pays separately: This scenario is the least common.
Go the extra mile you can provide health care benefits to all of your team members and their families with little or no increased cost to you the employer.
A Positive Return on Your Investment
Because of financial concerns, companies often struggle with the decision to invest in a fitness or wellness program for their team members. No decision -maker would deny “one has to spend money to make money. Once the initial investment is made, the program will immediately start paying for itself – provided that it’s properly promoted and maintained – and, eventually, realize concrete savings for the company.
By taking a preventative approach against some of the most common seen work conditions such as a repetitive strain injury. You may not only be sparing the company costs in terms of workers’ compensation, hiring, lost productivity, and workers’ comfort and satisfaction levels, you may also be helping to prevent long-term disability.
Dr McAllister is a fully trained and licensed Chiropractor and can help to reduce the physical hazards often seen in today’s modern workplace.
Our Customers
Dr Marcus McAllister is the head of the Mainfreight Health Centre and for the past four years have provided the Mainfreight Group of companies with onsite Corporate Chiropractic Health Care Services based at Mainfreight Transport in Otahuhu, Auckland. This was our pilot site and has been a huge success with Dr McAllister see over 100 team members and their families. References and referees available.