“Musculoskeletal issues, such as back pain, are more than just a nagging inconvenience. They can have far-reaching impacts on the mental, physical and emotional wellness of employees and their families. They’re also a significant cost to employers. In 2020, 20% of approved short and long-term disability claims were related to musculoskeletal health issues.1 Disabling neck and lower back pain accounted for 43% of these claims.2
Many of these issues are preventable. We strongly encourage employers to put strategies in place to improve workplace musculoskeletal health. These can lower absence and disability costs and greatly improve the health, well-being and productivity of employees.”
- Dave Jones, President, Sun Life Health