Eugene, Oregon · Workers' Comp Accepted · Coverage Verified Before Scheduling
Workers' Compensation Massage Therapy in Eugene — We Handle the Billing
Work-related soft tissue injuries, back strains, repetitive strain, and chronic occupational pain often qualify for massage therapy under your Oregon workers' comp claim. Call us first — we verify your coverage, walk you through the referral requirements, and schedule once everything is in place.
Oregon Workers' Compensation
Your Work Injury Entitles You to This Treatment
Oregon workers' compensation covers medical treatment for work-related injuries — including massage therapy when it's medically necessary for your recovery. If you've been hurt on the job and have an open claim, your employer's workers' comp carrier may be required to cover your massage sessions.
Workers' comp massage differs from Oregon PIP in one key way: it typically requires authorization from your attending physician or claims adjuster before treatment begins. We help you navigate that process and handle billing with your carrier directly once you're approved.
We work with most Oregon workers' comp carriers. If you're unsure whether your claim qualifies for massage, call us — we can help you figure it out.
What Workers' Comp Massage Typically Covers
- Soft tissue strains from lifting, carrying, or impact
- Repetitive strain injuries — wrists, shoulders, elbows, neck
- Back and lumbar injuries from occupational loading
- Cervical strain from sustained awkward postures
- Post-surgical soft tissue rehabilitation
- Chronic occupational pain preventing return to work
- Recovery and prevention of re-injury
Getting Started
How to Start Workers' Comp Treatment
Call Us With Your Claim Info
Call us with your claim number, carrier name, and your adjuster's name and contact information. We verify your coverage and confirm that massage therapy is authorized under your claim before anything is scheduled.
Get a Physician's Referral
Your attending physician must provide a written referral prescribing massage therapy and specifying the number of sessions recommended. Your doctor can fax it directly to our clinic at (541) 897-8112.
We Schedule. We Bill. You Recover.
Once coverage is confirmed and the referral is received, we get you on the schedule. We handle all billing to your workers' comp carrier and provide progress notes your adjuster may need throughout treatment.
For Referring Physicians & Providers
Please fax referrals to (541) 897-8112. Referrals should include the patient's name, diagnosis, massage therapy prescribed, and number of sessions authorized. Questions? Call us at (541) 514-4819.
Know Your Coverage
Auto Accident vs. Work Injury — What's the Difference?
Both Oregon PIP and workers' comp can cover massage therapy — but the process and requirements differ. Here's a quick comparison.
Were you in a car accident instead? See our Auto Accident & PIP massage page.
What We Treat
Common Work Injuries That Respond to Massage
Back Strain & Lumbar Injury
The most common workers' comp claim. Movement-first deep tissue and myofascial work to restore function and reduce pain.
Repetitive Strain — Wrist & Elbow
Carpal tunnel, lateral epicondylitis, and forearm strain from keyboards, tools, or assembly work.
Shoulder & Rotator Cuff Strain
Overhead work, lifting, and reaching injuries. Myofascial and deep tissue work to restore shoulder mobility and strength.
Neck & Cervical Strain
Sustained posture demands, computer work, and impact injuries. Focus on the full cervical-thoracic chain, not just the symptom site.
Hip & Lower Extremity Strain
Standing, kneeling, or heavy labor occupations. Addresses the hip mobility and tissue quality that drives low back and knee problems.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Scar tissue, fascial restriction, and movement compensation patterns after workplace injury surgery.
Our Approach to Work Injuries
We Don't Just Treat the Claim. We Treat the Pattern.
Work injuries don't happen in isolation. When your back gives out lifting, it's often because your hip mobility has been declining for months and your lumbar spine has been compensating for every loaded movement. The acute injury is the last straw, not the first problem.
Our movement-first approach identifies the full movement pattern that contributed to your injury — not just the tissue that gave out. We use deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and cupping therapy to address that full pattern and reduce the likelihood of re-injury.
We also provide thorough documentation for your claims adjuster — progress notes, treatment plans, and response-to-treatment documentation when needed.
What Every Workers' Comp Session Includes
- Assessment to document current functional status
- Targeted treatment based on your injury pattern
- Full toolkit — deep tissue, myofascial, cupping, heat
- Progress notes for your claims adjuster
- Re-injury prevention focus built into every session
- Coordination with your attending physician as needed
- Direct billing to your workers' comp carrier
What Our Clients Say
Real People. Real Results.
"Josh Pugh of Movement Improvement is a gift to those who suffer from chronic pain. He goes above & beyond when dealing with clients with different ailments. On my visit today I went in in severe pain. By the end of my session, I was relieved from the majority of my pain."
"Josh is fantastic! I was on vacation with two ribs out of place, in considerable pain. He worked me into his schedule and fixed me. What a relief! I have been pain-free ever since."
"Absolutely incredible staff. Kaylyn was able to provide headache relief that I didn't even know was possible. Her knowledge clearly comes from years of specialized training in pain-management massage."
Start the Process
Submit Your Workers' Comp Verification
Fill out the form below and we'll verify your workers' compensation coverage and pre-authorization before scheduling. We'll follow up once we've confirmed your benefits are in place.
Common Questions
Workers' Comp Massage — FAQ
Ready to Get Your Work Injury Treated? Call Us First.
We verify coverage and confirm your referral before scheduling. Call us with your claim information and we'll walk you through everything we need to get started.