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What Are Medical Restrictions and Why Must I Follow Them?
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Quick Answer

Medical restrictions are instructions from a healthcare provider that limit certain activities to protect your recovery. They are not optional or voluntary, and must be followed for all injuries with restrictions, whether the injury occurred at work or outside of work.

 

What Are Medical Restrictions?

Medical restrictions may limit activities such as lifting, reaching, standing, driving, or repetitive motion. These restrictions are issued to prevent further injury and support safe recovery.

Restrictions apply:

  • To work-related injuries

  • To non-work-related injuries or illnesses

  • Anytime a medical provider determines limits are necessary for the treatment and recovery of an injury.

 

Why Following Restrictions Matters

  • Helps prevent worsening or re-injury

  • Supports a safe and timely recovery

  • Protects coworkers and overall workplace safety

  • Ensures compliance with safety, insurance, and employment requirements

  • Working outside restrictions can turn a minor issue into a serious injury.

 

Your Responsibilities

  • Inform your supervisor and HR if you receive medical restrictions for any injury or illness, regardless of where it occurred.

  • Provide medical documentation when restrictions are issued.

  • Follow restrictions at all times while working.

  • Continue following restrictions until you are formally released by your treating medical provider.

  • Speak up immediately if assigned duties conflict with your restrictions.

 

Important Reminder

  • You cannot return to full duty or work outside restrictions without proper medical documentation from your treating medical provider releasing or modifying those restrictions.

  • Ignoring or working outside medical restrictions can worsen injuries, extend recovery time, and create safety and compliance issues.

  • Restrictions exist to protect you and everyone around you.

 

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Disclaimer:
This article provides general information and guidance and may not address every situation or state-specific requirement. It does not create a contract, guarantee, or promise of any specific outcome. Company policies, practices, and legal requirements may vary by state and may change over time. This article does not replace or supersede applicable laws or official Company policies, handbooks, manuals, or training materials.

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