Work Injury Treatment in Tyrone, PA
Get Back to Work — and Life — Without Pain
Common Work-Related Injuries
Work injuries can happen anywhere — whether you’re lifting heavy materials, sitting at a desk all day, or working on your feet. When pain hits, it doesn’t just slow you down at work — it affects everything you do.
At Casteel Chiropractic of Tyrone, we help people recover from work-related injuries naturally and safely — so you can get back to feeling strong, healthy, and pain-free again.
Every job puts stress on the body in different ways. Over time, that stress builds up until something gives.
Here are some of the most common reasons patients come to see us after a work injury:
- Back or neck strain from lifting or twisting
- Repetitive motion injuries (typing, assembly line work, driving, etc.)
- Shoulder or arm pain from overhead movement
- Pinched nerves causing pain, tingling, or numbness
- Slip-and-fall injuries
- Poor posture and workstation setup leading to chronic tension
Even minor injuries can turn into long-term pain and mobility issues if they’re not treated properly.
Why Work Injuries Don’t Always Heal on Their Own
Many people try to “tough it out” after a work injury — but pain that lasts more than a few days is your body’s way of saying something deeper is wrong.
Muscle relaxers or pain meds may mask the discomfort, but they don’t fix the issue.
The longer you wait, the more your body compensates, and that can cause new problems in your back, neck, or shoulders.
Chiropractic care gets to the root cause — helping you heal properly and preventing the same pain from returning.
How Chiropractic Care Helps Work Injuries
Chiropractic care focuses on restoring proper motion, alignment, and balance to your spine and joints. When your body moves the way it’s supposed to, pain and tension fade — and healing begins.
Our Process for Work Injury Recovery:
- Full Evaluation & X-Rays
We’ll identify the exact source of your pain — whether it’s a strained muscle, compressed nerve, or joint misalignment. - Gentle Chiropractic Adjustments
Using safe, precise techniques, Dr. Gavan Casteel realigns your spine and joints to relieve pressure and reduce inflammation. - Personalized Recovery Plan
You’ll get a plan built around your specific injury, job, and goals — not a one-size-fits-all routine. - At-Home Exercises & Ergonomic Tips
We’ll show you simple stretches and posture corrections to protect your back and prevent re-injury at work.
Tips to Protect Your Body at Work
Here are a few small changes that can make a big difference in preventing injury:
- Keep your computer screen at eye level to reduce neck strain
- Take short breaks to stretch every hour
- Lift with your legs, not your back
- Switch up repetitive motions when possible
- Stay active outside of work to maintain flexibility
If you’re already in pain, these tips can help — but professional care ensures the injury heals the right way, not the hard way.
Why Tyrone Workers Trust Dr. Casteel
Dr. Gavan Casteel, DC has over a decade of experience helping local workers in Tyrone, Warriors Mark, Alexandria, and Altoona recover from injuries and get back to their jobs stronger than before.
He’s part of a family of 13 chiropractors and earned his degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic, one of the nation’s top schools.
Whether you work in construction, an office, manufacturing, or healthcare — Dr. Casteel understands how to tailor treatment to your body, your work, and your recovery goals.
Insurance, Workers’ Comp, and Payment Options
At Casteel Chiropractic of Tyrone, we work with both insurance and workers’ compensation claims to make your recovery easy and stress-free.
We accept most major insurance plans, including but not limited to:
Blue Cross Blue Shield, UPMC, Aetna, Medicare, and Medicaid.
No insurance? No problem. We also offer affordable adjustment packages and personalized payment plans.
Adjustment Packages:
- 1 Adjustment – $38
- 5 Adjustments – $165
- 10 Adjustments – $280
(plus your $100 initial exam and X-rays)
Patient Reviews
Hear from real patients who found relief from back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by work injuries — and got back to doing what they love.
Get Back to Work, Pain-Free
Don’t let a work injury slow you down. Whether it’s from heavy lifting, long hours sitting, or repetitive motion — you don’t have to just “deal with it.”
At Casteel Chiropractic of Tyrone, we’ll find what’s causing your pain and help you recover faster — so you can get back to work and life without limitations.