Rapid rehab after accident: employee remains fit for work, company benefits
01 Situation
A production manager from the MedTech industry in Bern suffered a torn cruciate ligament in his right knee in an accident. Despite inconspicuous initial treatment in hospital, the tear was quickly diagnosed by an MRI.
02 Solution
The doctor accelerated the diagnosis and treatment by around 10 days. Thanks to targeted treatment and close cooperation with the employer and the patient, the employee was able to return to part-time work just two weeks after the operation.
03 Partial ability to work
After the accident, the employee was able to quickly regain his ability to work thanks to rapid rehabilitation:
Week 1: 0% fit for work
From week 2: part-time employment (approx. 50% based on 11 additional working days in 21 fewer days of absence)
04 Results
Savings for the company: Between CHF 12,600 and 21,000 (direct and indirect costs)
Reduction in days of absence: 21 days
05 Share the success story
This case study proves that quick action and coordinated carenot only speed up recovery, but also save considerable costs and enable efficient reintegration after an accident.
Source: This case study was provided by AcciMed GmbH and shortened with their permission.
