Report to Return Article Series #4: Recovery and Reintegration: Best Practices for Return-to-Work Programs

Recovery and Reintegration: Best Practices for Return-to-Work Programs

Returning an employee to work after injury isn’t just about filling a position — it’s about restoring confidence, purpose, and long-term well-being. In this powerful article, safety and healthcare leaders Tracy Thornton and Heather Chapman break down what it really takes to build a return-to-work program that supports healing and drives results. From communication to coordination, you’ll learn how to create a culture that fosters recovery, not resistance. Download this practical guide to learn how to:

• Align medical restrictions with meaningful, modified duty
• Communicate clearly to reduce fear, confusion, and disengagement
• Involve employees as partners in their own recovery
• Prevent re-injury and reduce claim duration with strategic reintegration