Your Complete Guide to Navigating a WSIB Chiropractic Claim in Scarborough

Your Complete Guide to Navigating a WSIB Chiropractic Claim in Scarborough

A workplace injury is not just physical pain. It is paperwork, deadlines, uncertainty, and the stress of wondering whether your claim will be approved. You are expected to heal while navigating a system that feels confusing and unforgiving.

This guide exists to remove that confusion.

At Atlas Spine Clinic, we manage WSIB chiropractic and physiotherapy claims for Scarborough workers every week. We understand both sides of the process: your recovery and WSIB’s administrative requirements. Our role is to make sure neither one blocks the other.

Your focus should be healing. We help handle the rest.

The First 48 Hours After a Workplace Injury Matter More Than You Think

What you do immediately after a work injury can determine whether your WSIB claim is approved or delayed.

1. Report the Injury to Your Employer Immediately

Even if symptoms feel mild, report the injury the same day. Delayed reporting is one of the most common reasons WSIB questions a claim. Write down the date, time, and who you informed.

2. Get Medical Care Right Away

A medical assessment officially documents your injury. Without this, your claim has no foundation.

At Atlas Spine Clinic, we perform a detailed assessment that identifies the exact injury, contributing factors, and functional limitations. This assessment becomes the backbone of your WSIB documentation.

3. Contact WSIB to Open Your Claim

Call WSIB at 1-800-387-0750 to receive your claim number. Keep this number accessible. Every form and treatment authorization depends on it.

Understanding WSIB Forms: Who Does What

WSIB claims involve three critical forms. Confusion here causes delays.

Form 6 – Worker’s Report

This is your responsibility. Describe exactly what you were doing at work and how the injury occurred. Be clear and consistent. Vague descriptions weaken claims.

Form 7 – Employer’s Report

Your employer must submit this within three business days of learning about the injury.

Form 8 – Health Professional’s Report

This is where experience matters.

We complete Form 8 with precise clinical language that directly connects your injury to your job duties. Weak or vague Form 8 reports are one of the top causes of WSIB denial. We submit this directly to WSIB to avoid delays.

What Happens After Submission: The First 12 Weeks

Most WSIB chiropractic and physiotherapy claims are approved for an initial treatment block of up to 12 weeks.

During this phase we focus on two things:

• Delivering active treatment to reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve function

• Documenting progress clearly so WSIB sees measurable improvement

This documentation is essential if further care is needed.

If You Need More Than 12 Weeks of Treatment

Many workplace injuries require longer recovery. This is normal.

Before your initial block ends, we submit a Treatment Extension Request explaining:

• Your progress so far

• Why continued care is medically necessary

• What functional goals still need to be achieved

Proactive reporting prevents treatment interruptions.

Why WSIB Claims Get Denied (And How We Prevent It)

Late Reporting

Waiting days or weeks creates doubt about whether the injury happened at work.

Solution: Same-day reporting and medical assessment.

Inconsistent Information

Differences between Form 6, Form 7, and Form 8 raise red flags.

Solution: We align documentation carefully with your incident description.

Weak Medical Evidence

Generic diagnoses without job-specific linkage often fail.

Solution: We explicitly connect job duties to the injury using WSIB-approved clinical language.

If Your WSIB Claim Is Denied

You still have options.

You have six months to file an appeal. Acting quickly matters.

We help by:

• Reviewing the denial reason

• Providing additional medical clarification

• Supporting documentation for your appeal

Many denials are reversed when the medical narrative is strengthened.

Why Scarborough Workers Choose Atlas Spine Clinic for WSIB Care

• Deep experience with WSIB chiropractic and physiotherapy claims

• Direct communication with WSIB case managers

• Precise documentation that protects your claim

• A combined focus on recovery and compliance

We do not just treat pain. We protect your claim while doing it.

Book Your Free WSIB Consultation

If you were injured at work and are unsure where to start, let us guide you.

Contact Atlas Spine Clinic today to book your WSIB consultation and get clarity on both your recovery and your claim.