Efficient return saves companies costs and ensures project success
01 Situation
A 28-year-old project manager from the construction industry in Bern suffered an ankle injury during a football match. As a key person in charge of a construction site with eight employees, his quick return to work was crucial to the success of the project.
02 Solution
After his accident, the patient received direct care. The injury was treated conservatively. Targeted aftercare with physiotherapyas prevention was organized at an early stage.
03 Partial ability to work
The employee's reintegration was staggered to enable a quick and safe return to work:
Week 1-2: 10% able to work (remotely via video call and telephone)
Week 3-4: 50% fit for work (back on site at the construction site with crutches)
Week 5-6: 70% fit for work (with splinting)
04 Results
Better project management: the employee was able to return to productive work significantly earlier
Significant cost savings for the company: CHF 10,920 - CHF 18,200
Reduction in absences: by a total of 18 days
05 Sharing a success story
This success story shows how efficient support and early intervention not only promote the employee's recovery, but also bring considerable economic benefits for companies.
Source: This case study was provided by AcciMed GmbH and shortened with their permission.
