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Musculoskeletal disorders account for one-fifth of pay-outs by leading health insurance firm

Musculoskeletal disorders accounted for one fifth of income protection pay-outs by a leading health insurance company in 2009.

LV=, one of a minority of protection providers currently publishing claims statistics, paid out nearly £40m to its protection policyholders during the year.

The top causes of claims in 2009 were mental disorders (29%), musculoskeletal disorders (20%), and circulatory system disorders (11%).

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March 23, 2010 10:01 am - Posted by Will Mann  | Comments ( 0 )
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Life insurer Aegon pilots physiotherapy scheme for repetitive strain sufferers

Life insurance company Aegon has launched a six-month physiotherapy pilot for its income protection customers.

Customers who have symptoms associated with a musculoskeletal condition can undergo a series of free physiotherapy sessions with the aim of helping them to return to work sooner. Symptoms of the condition include back pain, joint injuries or repetitive strain injuries.

The rehabilitation service is provided through RehabWorks, a specialist provider of return to work treatment services that has a network of physiotherapists throughout the UK.

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March 22, 2010 4:01 pm - Posted by Will Mann  | Comments ( 0 )
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