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Any advice for a primary teacher going to see occupational health doctor?

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I asked for this referral as I am working part time and have coped with minimum time off, however I have severe pain in my hands and feet which can limit some activities...the part time idea was so that PE usually goes to the other half....and need to to take regular medication. But because I "appear to cope so well" my requests/needs are not followed through with action. Any ideas what the OT can do for me? I assume if they say I need it ..it will happen!

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Hi I have been thinking of seeing th OT as well. I'm only a TA ans don't have the pressure that you have. But am on my feet all day. The pain has got worse and I thinkI hhave to also make a few changes. All the best. Xx

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saranne in reply to uzi41

I will let you know what happens, don't say only a TA! you are probably running around all day sorting things out for everyone! The less control you have of your time, the harder it is! x

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uzi41 in reply to saranne

Thanx. I am constantly on my feet. Would like to know what happens. Keep well. All the best. Xxxx

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bestbuddy

I am a secondary school teacher with a long history of lupus symptoms but my diagnosis is only UCTD at the moment. School sent me to occupational health and they replied to school by suggesting a modification to my work conditions... For example, not carrying boxes of heavy books or equipment and using the ground floor where possible.

Hope you get in ok.

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saranne in reply to bestbuddy

Thanks, I hoped it could be quite specific about things I can't be expected to do. I will let you know!

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bestbuddy in reply to saranne

Please let me know how you get on...I have hypothyroidism and coeliac too so lots to contend with... I have reduced my hours to 3 days per week but I am finding the demands of teaching up to A level a real struggle. Some days I can barely put weight through my legs and other days it is difficult driving to school.

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