3. Audit of Employer Funded Patients (N =100) 1996

A mixed workforce of 100 from Cranfields Mills were offered the opportunity to attend for osteopathic treatment of spinal problems when reporting in sick for work.

• In years 1 and 2 prior to the provision of an osteopathic service Cranfields lost 140 employee working days each year.
  
• In years 3,4 and 5, - 41, 38 and 42 days were lost respectively.
  
• Workforce was stable at an average 100.
  
• Company assessment is of a saving of £100+ per day lost from work.
  
• The saving in the reduction of days lost from work mean £10,000 per annum.
  
• Fees for osteopathic service is £1700 per annum, nett saving £8,300.