I have broken both of my legs

[chesnuts]

unfortunately in an accident at home 2 weeks ago, both of my legs are in plaster and I am obviously off work sick. The firm I work for are sympathetic but are wanting to send an Occupational Therapist to my home to see me. Is this normal and what will they be looking for me to do? Could my job as a field based sales rep be in trouble? I am on my probationary period am doing well and there are no other issues, is this just normal company procedure>

[Ethel]

It is perfectly normal - assuming you are on full pay whilst off sick.

Normal procedure.

[bigmamma]

Oh dear chesnots , dare I ask how on earth you managed to do that ! You poor soul , bet that was painful to say the least .
Don't worry about the Occupational therapist , she/he will be checking on how you are managing with daily routine , such as bathing , dressing , and cooking , and , of-course, your general means of mobility. :-)

[Ethel]

No they won't - the OT will be trying establish how long you will be off sick for, if there will be any permanent injuries that could have a future effect on your job, and the possibility of you working in another capacity until you are fit enough to return to your nomal job.

They honestly won't give a stuff about how you are coping on the domestic front, unless it impedes your recovery.

[chesnuts]

Thanks for your kindness Bigmamma but your straightness Ethel. like I said I am on probationary so am only receiving their sick pay. The reasons you have given to me they did mention. Is this still the norm?

[Louisa 69]

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/Hea lthAndSupport/WhosWhoInHealthServices/DG_40037 61

See if this helps

[chesnuts]

Thanks Louisa will look at that carefully, hope its reassuring x

[B00]

Oh ouch chestnuts- I recently broke my wrist and that was ruddy painful, can't imagine what two broken legs feels like. How on earth are you coping with everyday things??? The mind boggles!

[Louisa 69]

Sorry Chestnuts i should have said before on my earlier post i'm sorry to hear of your accident i can't even imagine what that must be like for you not to be able to do the things we all take for granted. I wish you a speedy recovery x

[Ethel]

Yes it is very normal. They need to cover their own backs re compensation claims and so on if they aggravate your condition.

So, the OT will need to clarify several things - that you are off sick for the reasons you say, that you are not doing anything to hinder recovery, that you neither return to work too soon nor delay your return and when you do return to the workplace you are fully fit for the work you are given, whether your normal job, or an infill job until you are fully fit.

The OT is paid by your employer, and you must co-operate fully. Show you are willing to return to work in a suitable capacity as soon as you are mobile - or is there work you could reasonably do at home?

Be reassured this is all very normal procedure and really nothing to be fretting about.

[chesnuts]

Thanks for all of your answers, it is painful but its more boring than anything else, Im there for another xray tomorrow so will keep you posted, I miss walking sooo much, I also have a dermatoligist appt next Wednesday about a funny mole on my face, WHATEVER NEXT, I sound like a drone, thanks for answering my questions I will keep you posted. No more moaning from me tonight xx

[bigmamma]

Awww , bless , don't ever think you are moaning , I certainly don't see it like that. Keep us up to date and all the best for your x-rays , and hope to speak again before your dermatologist next wednesday. :-)

[stewey]

Sorry to sound a little skeptical, but if you were home when you broke both legs and then grew a mole upon your face it's time to look in "Help Wanted."

[kyra16]

lol stewey!
chesnuts....so sorry that must be so painful!
hope you get better soon!

[EngTeach]

Speedy recovery to you chestnuts. You can always fill the day here on AB if you groe too bored. :)

[chesnuts]

Stewey just read your reply nutter lol. For the rest of you Had further x ray today, all going well, have to go back in 2 weeks and will find out hopefully when will get casts off, thankyou for everyones kindness, I'll keep you posted on mole (scarey). x

[stewey]

Glad that you still have a sense of humour, chesnuts; good luck.

[chesnuts]

lol x

[bigmamma]

Glad your x-rays went well today , thanks for letting us know . As for the mole , you are doing the best thing getting it looked at , well done , try not to worry too much :-)

[chesnuts]

cheers Bigmamma x