Back Injuries at Work
Back injuries are the most common workplace injury in Australia, accounting for a significant proportion of all WorkCover claims in NSW. Whether you've strained your lower back lifting heavy equipment, herniated a disc from repetitive bending, or developed chronic back pain from prolonged sitting, you deserve proper medical documentation to access your entitlements.
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Common causes of work-related back injuries
Workplace back injuries range from acute strains caused by a single incident to chronic conditions that develop over weeks or months. Common causes include: heavy manual lifting or carrying; repetitive bending, twisting or awkward postures; prolonged sitting or standing; slips, trips and falls at work; and sudden unexpected movements.
Your rights under WorkCover NSW
If you have suffered a back injury at work in NSW, you are entitled to make a claim under the Workers Compensation scheme, regulated by SIRA. Your rights include compensation for medical treatment, weekly payments if you're unable to work, and support for rehabilitation and return-to-work. To access these entitlements you need a Certificate of Capacity from an authorised practitioner — which Claims Doctor issues during your telehealth consultation.
How Claims Doctor helps
Claims Doctor provides same-day WorkCover medical certificates via telehealth so you can focus on your recovery, not paperwork. Dr Robert Laidlaw will assess your injury, document your work capacity and restrictions, and issue your SIRA-compliant Certificate of Capacity during the video call. There is $0 out-of-pocket cost when you have a valid claim number.