WCB Injury Treatment Airdrie
If you injure yourself at work, you must report the injury to your employer as soon as possible. Workplace injuries in Alberta are managed through the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB), which provides coverage for approved claims.
At Access Chiropractic & Wellness, we provide structured WCB injury treatment in Airdrie, with direct billing to WCB and clear guidance through the claims process.
Our goal is not only to help you recover — but to help you recover while remaining safely active and working whenever possible.
Reporting a Workplace Injury – Your First Step
If you are injured at work:
Report the injury to your employer immediately.
Ensure a WCB claim is opened.
Seek appropriate evaluation once your claim is active.
Clinic hours
convenient hours to fit your life-
Monday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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Tuesday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
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Wednesday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
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Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
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Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Failure to report the injury may delay or complicate your claim. Prompt reporting protects both your health and your eligibility.
Learn more about WCB Alberta here: 👉 https://www.wcb.ab.ca/
What WCB Covers in Alberta
For approved claims, WCB typically provides a minimum of 6 weeks of funded care, billed directly to WCB.
Important coverage details:
Treatment is billed directly to WCB.
You do not pay out-of-pocket for approved services.
WCB covers one primary treatment discipline at a time — either chiropractic or physiotherapy.
Massage therapy is not covered under WCB.
If chiropractic care is chosen as the primary treatment, physiotherapy cannot be billed concurrently under the same claim.
Our clinic follows WCB documentation and reporting standards to ensure compliance and continuity of care. Reporting and approval is all carried out outline and we strive to get your reports done the day of assessment for quickest response. Some claims are very quickly approved (within half an hour) and some claims require a bit more time (not usually more than 1-2 days).
Our Approach to WCB Injury Treatment in Airdrie
Workplace injuries often involve:
Lower back strain
Neck tension
Shoulder dysfunction
Repetitive strain injuries
Postural overload
Our structured care approach focuses on:
Restoring joint mobility
Reducing muscular tension
Improving movement patterns
Supporting safe return to work
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Neck Pain Treatment: 👉 https://accesschiropractic.net/neck-pain-airdrie/
Shoulder Pain Treatment: 👉 https://accesschiropractic.net/shoulder-pain-airdrie/
Return-to-Work Is a Priority
Our goal is for you to receive appropriate care AND continue performing your regular work duties whenever safely possible.
In most cases:
Remaining active supports recovery.
Movement promotes healing.
Prolonged inactivity can delay improvement.
If regular duties are not possible, we may recommend modified work duties.
Modified duties may include:
Reduced lifting
Adjusted hours
Temporary task changes
Ergonomic adjustments
It is rare for us to recommend complete removal from work unless medically necessary. Most employers have modified duties that can be provided. Our goal is to get you back to 100% as quickly as possible!
Early, safe movement is typically beneficial for recovery.
What to Expect During WCB Care
Once your claim is active:
We complete required WCB reporting forms which we submit directly online. The initial visit and treatment are GUARANTEED TO BE PAID by WCB regardless of any situation or conditions.
Treatment plans are submitted according to WCB guidelines.
Progress is documented regularly.
Return-to-work recommendations are communicated clearly.
Common WCB forms include:
Worker Report of Injury
Employer Report of Injury
Health Care Provider Report
Official worker resources can be found here: 👉 https://www.wcb.ab.ca/workers/
WCB Injury Treatment in Airdrie
Yes. Reporting the injury is required to initiate a WCB claim. You need to fill out an ‘incident report’ at work and notify your superior.
WCB typically provides a minimum of 6 weeks of funded care for approved claims.
No. Approved treatment is billed directly to WCB. In fact, it is MANDATORY that you report workplace injuries and that treatment is under the WCB coverage. This way you are covered now and in the future.
No. WCB covers only one primary discipline at a time. Chiropractic OR physiotherapy but not both at the same time.
No. Massage therapy is not covered under WCB claims.
In most cases, no. Remaining active and working safely supports recovery. Modified duties are recommended when regular duties are not appropriate. Our ultimate goal is get you back to 100% and back to your regular work duties as quickly and safely as possible.