Work hardening as occupational therapy service

Work Hardening is often used as an extension or second half of a work conditioning program but is designed to return injured workers to a previously identified type of employment. After completion of the program you will have the physical ability and symptom management skills necessary for successful reemployment. A specific work goal is required for admittance to this program. Work hardening is a job specific work intensive protocol that progresses from 4 hours daily to 8 hours over a period of 4 weeks.