So here's a guessing game for you. For each quote below, figure out whether it's more likely to be said by (1) our clients or (2) their doctors: "When I feel better, I'll go back to work." "When Mr Bond's pain is controlled, then he can go back to work." When I can cope with everything I need to do at home, then I can go back to work." "When Ms Smith isn't so fragile, she can go back to work." It's not too hard to guess, but the distinction doesn't really matter. Regardless of who's … [Read more...]

So we've all heard about the Health Benefits of Work Position Statement by now. And of course the industry is all abuzz, putting the word out there that work is good for us. We want our clients to work. We want our clients to enjoy all of the benefits that working brings to their lives. We know work is good for them. We know that work is part of the solution and a key to recovery. But do we really believe it? Do you? I posed this question to a room of health professionals when I … [Read more...]