Work Injury Treatment · Swansea, Illinois · Metro East
Hurt on the job?
Get treated now — no upfront cost.
Metro East Injury Centers treats work injuries in Swansea, IL — back injuries, neck strain, shoulder injuries, and more. We work on a lien for qualifying cases, so your care is billed through your injury claim. Most patients pay $0 out of pocket.
Work injuries we treat
On-the-job injuries affect the musculoskeletal system in predictable ways — back strain from lifting, neck and shoulder injuries from repetitive tasks, and extremity injuries from slips and falls. Dr. Brunkhorst evaluates and treats the full range of work-related injuries.
Lower back injury
The most common work injury. Lifting, twisting, and repetitive bending cause lumbar strain, disc injury, and spinal dysfunction that responds well to chiropractic and PT care.
Neck and cervical strain
Repetitive motion, awkward positioning, and sudden force can cause cervical strain and disc injury. We treat neck injuries resulting from work incidents of all types.
Shoulder and upper extremity
Overhead work, heavy lifting, and repetitive reaching cause shoulder strain, rotator cuff injuries, and elbow and wrist conditions. We treat the full range of upper extremity work injuries.
Sciatic and pinched nerve
Work-related disc injuries frequently cause radiating pain, numbness, and tingling into the legs or arms. Mechanical traction and chiropractic care address the root cause directly.
Slip, trip and fall injuries
Workplace falls cause a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries — back, neck, hip, knee, and ankle injuries are all common. We evaluate and treat fall-related injuries thoroughly.
Repetitive stress injuries
Cumulative trauma from repetitive tasks — carpal tunnel, tendinitis, muscle fatigue injuries — are addressed with soft tissue mobilization, therapeutic exercise, and targeted rehab.
How work injury billing works
If you were injured on the job in Illinois, you have options for how your care is covered. We work with patients on both workers compensation and lien-based cases.
Lien-based care
For qualifying work injury cases, we bill your injury claim directly. You receive treatment now and your bill is resolved from your case proceeds. No upfront payment required from you.
Workers compensation
If your employer has an active workers compensation claim open, we can work within that system. Call us to discuss your specific situation and we will help you understand your options.
Documentation matters in work injury cases. Our clinical records are thorough and accurately reflect your injuries and treatment. Proper documentation is essential for your claim. Call us at (618) 235-1500 to schedule your evaluation.
Why choose Metro East Injury Centers for work injury care
We are a locally owned, physician-led injury clinic in Swansea, IL — built specifically for injured patients in Metro East Illinois. We are not a franchise or a hospital system.
No upfront cost
For qualifying cases, we bill through your injury claim. You focus on getting better — not on how to pay for care.
Board certified provider
Dr. Brunkhorst is Board Certified in Physiotherapy via NBCE, bringing advanced clinical training to your work injury evaluation and care plan.
Thorough documentation
Detailed clinical records that accurately capture your injuries and treatment — essential for any work injury claim.
Common questions about work injury care
Do I need to file a workers comp claim to be seen?
No. For qualifying cases, we work on a lien — you do not need an active workers comp claim to begin treatment. Call us at (618) 235-1500 and we will help you understand your options based on your specific situation.
How soon after a work injury should I come in?
As soon as possible. Early evaluation and documentation is important for both your recovery and your claim. Do not wait for symptoms to worsen — call us at (618) 235-1500.
What if my employer does not have workers comp?
Lien-based care may still be an option depending on your situation. Call us to discuss — we will help you understand what is available to you and get you into care quickly.
Do I need a referral to be seen?
No referral is needed. You can call us directly at (618) 235-1500 and schedule your first visit. We will conduct a thorough evaluation and build a care plan based on your injuries.
Hurt on the job? Call us today.
Metro East Injury Centers serves work injury patients throughout Swansea, Belleville, O’Fallon, Fairview Heights, Collinsville, and Metro East Illinois. Lien-based care available for qualifying cases — no upfront cost.
11 Executive Woods Court, Swansea, Illinois 62226 · metroeastinjurycenters.com