Question re: getting succinct information for work adjustments

Fran182716

Hi, new here, hope I've posted in the right place.

I've just been given a diagnosis from an MRI of facet joint arthritis and wasting of paraspinal muscles (the second due to long covid).

I work part time and already have some adjustments in place after 3 episodes of acute back pain, but this needs to be formalised now I have my diagnosis.

The consultant physio has verbally advised that I should not be lifting any heavy weights, over - bending or twisting and have supportive seating and desk that keeps my back in optimal position. This is to avoid further damage to the joints or very weak.muscles whilst I build up strength with physio.

I'm Wondering if there are any resources out there that put this information succinctly where I can link for Occy Health as the phone calls with them often result in them having missed or misunderstood a lot of what I've said. Google hasn't been very helpful it's a lot of disjointed information.

Thanks in advance if anyone is able to help.

chrisb

Hi @Fran182716

Welcome to the versus arthritis forum.

I hope you receive some useful feedback from forum members.

If this is not the case, then I suggest you call the Versus Arthritis helpline (number below) who may be able to assist.

Best wishes

ChrisB (Moderator)

Trish9556

Hi @Fran182716

I would suggest that if Occupational Health are being as much use as a chocolate tea pot :) ask your consultant physio if they can put something in writing that you can forward to anyone (occupational health, HR team, GP etc) who might not be able to understand (hence the chocolate teapot) what you are going through and what support you need. I've usually found that people who know are best placed and more willing to support you. After all, they know and are used to dealing with occupational health etc.

Good luck

Trish