Customer Case Studies
Why ART On-Site Wellness?
Our clients are EHS professionals, facilities managers, operational leaders, and human resource managers, looking to proactively treat and empower their workforce to perform at their best, both personally and professionally. Far too often, stretching, rotation, and ergonomic upgrades are the only understood solutions. However, ART’s on-site wellness program allows our clients to address soft-tissue conditions head-on, driving employee retention while decreasing OSHA recordables and worker’s comp claims. Through this improved efficiency, our clients see financial gains with a typical ROI of 8 to 10x. The results speak for themselves!
Boosting Employee Health and Savings: CNH Industrial’s Success with ART
In 2023, CNH Industrial, a global leader in agricultural and construction equipment, utilized Active Release Techniques (ART) to enhance employee health and boost operational efficiency. The ART program at CNH Industrial has evolved with strategic expansions to better serve its workforce. It is now offered at 8 locations, providing a total of 39 hours of ART each week.
CNH Industrial commenced its ART program in February 2017 at a single site, recognizing the need for a proactive approach to employee wellness.
In 2023, the ART program successfully treated 1,527 cases, with participating employees experiencing an impressive 93% reduction in pain levels. The average cost per case was $350.74, significantly lower than the typical $36,200 cost of Workers’ Compensation claims. On average, it required 3.73 treatments to resolve each issue, highlighting the efficiency of the ART methodology.
The impact on CNH Industrial’s bottom line was significant. The implementation of ART in 2023 resulted in an estimated savings of $2.9 million. These savings underscore the financial benefits of investing in employee health and wellness programs that not only enhance quality of life but also reduce overall healthcare costs for the employer.
Morton Salt Sees Success with ART Partnership, Expands Services Across Multiple Sites
Morton Salt’s investment in ART has delivered significant financial and operational benefits. The partnership began in September 2022 with a site in Hutchinson, KS, initially offering 2 hours of service per week. A year later, in September 2023, Morton Salt expanded to a second site in Grand Saline, TX, maintaining the same 2-hour weekly service. Recently, they have committed to adding a new site in Pennsylvania, scheduled to start in October with 3 hours of service per week.
Here’s a closer look at the impact of ART on their workforce:
- Morton Salt has saved an estimated $535,000 on potential Workers’ Comp claims, achieving a return on investment of over five times what was invested in the program.
- Since September 2022, ART has addressed 260 issues and completed 833 treatment sessions for Morton Salt employees.
- On average, resolving a case required just 3.43 treatment sessions.
- The average cost per treated issue was $385.35, a significant reduction compared to the potentially thousands of dollars that could have been spent on Workers’ Comp claims.
These statistics highlight Morton Salt’s successful efforts in enhancing workplace safety and reducing injury-related incidents.
Prysmian Group Realizes $600,000 in Savings and 86% Pain Improvement with ART in 2023
Prysmian Group, a leading global player in the energy and telecommunications cable systems, has demonstrated a commitment to employee health and safety through the implementation of Active Release Techniques (ART). Beginning its ART program in February 2022, the company expanded its initiative across three locations, focusing on reducing workplace injuries and enhancing employee well-being.
In 2023, Prysmian actively utilized ART across three locations, having expanded from one site in February 2022 to another in October 2022, and the third in July 2023. Each site provided employees with two hours of ART treatment per week, focusing on addressing pain and improving mobility.
The ART program at Prysmian has developed over the years with strategic expansions to better serve employees. The program now totals 6 hours of ART per week across all locations.
The implementation of ART yielded significant positive outcomes for Prysmian in 2023:
- Pain Reduction: ART successfully treated 324 cases of musculoskeletal issues, achieving an impressive 86% improvement in pain levels.
- Cost Efficiency: The average cost per ART treatment case was $360.32. This stands in stark contrast to the $36,200 average cost of Workers’ Compensation claims for similar injuries.
- Rapid Resolution: On average, it took just 3.36 treatments to resolve each issue.
- Financial Savings: In total, the implementation of ART in 2023 resulted in estimated savings of $600,000 for Prysmian.
Feedback from employees participating in the ART program has been overwhelmingly positive. Many reported noticeable improvements in their ability to perform job tasks with greater ease and less discomfort. The program has fostered a culture of health and wellness within the organization, encouraging employees to prioritize their physical well-being.
