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Occupational Rehabilitation 2 (OR 2)

Occupational Rehabilitation 2 (OR 2) is a multidisciplinary treatment program offered by occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and physicians. The team, with input from a WorkSafeBC officer, will determine the treatment components required to overcome an injured worker's barriers in achieving return to work.

Description of services
Referral criteria
Length of service
Service locations
Referral process
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Description of services

All workers undergo an intake assessment, following which a customized program is developed. An individual treatment plan to address the specific needs of the worker includes:

  • Activities to promote flexibility, strength and aerobic conditioning;
  • Real or simulated work activities;
  • Individual medical or psychological support;
  • Education focused on soft tissue healing and recovery, the value of exercise, proper posture and body mechanics and pain management strategies; and
  • Return to work planning and support, which may include a job site visit when approved by the WorkSafeBC officer.

Admission criteria

The program is designed for workers who have:

  • An injury related functional deficit or impairment
  • The presence of a vocational, psychosocial and/or medical barriers to return to work
  • Been unsuccessful in returning to work or maintaining a return to work with other treatment interventions

One of the following screening assessments or services must be completed prior to referral to OR 2:

  • Medical and Return to Work Planning (MARP) Assessment
  • An exam by a WorkSafeBC medical advisor
  • A file review by a WorkSafeBC medical advisor
  • A Visiting Specialist Clinic (VSC) consultation recommending a multidisciplinary treatment program
  • An external specialist consultation recommending a multidisciplinary treatment program
  • A Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Pain Assessment (CMPA)
  • Discharge recommendation from a Hand Program for multidisciplinary treatment

The program is not appropriate for the worker:

  • Who meets or exceeds the physical requirements of their job and is considered fit to return to work
  • Who requires only Return to Work Support Services
  • Who presents with a medical condition that would put the worker at undue risk of harm
  • Who is unlikely to benefit due to barriers beyond the scope of the program to resolve
  • Who is currently engaged in another treatment intervention for the same injury

Length of service

Workers typically attend the program six hours per day, five days per week for a maximum of 50 consecutive business days. This may include any combination of treatment at a rehabilitation clinic and/or the work site. There may be exceptions to attendance requirements based on the individual's needs.

Service locations

OR 2 is offered at WorkSafeBC-approved clinics throughout B.C.

Referral process

Workers are referred to the program by a WorkSafeBC officer.

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Inquiries

Please call Health Care Services at 604 232-7787 or toll-free at 1 866 244-6404. Or visit the OR 2 contact details page for further information.