When an employee calls in sick, it’s more than just a calendar inconvenience. Absenteeism affects your team’s flow, productivity, and bottom line.
The Hidden Cost of Sick Days
According to the Integrated Health Institute, companies in Asia-Pacific lose an average of USD $2,000 per employee per year due to absenteeism. That figure multiplies fast across teams.
Chronic conditions like neck and back pain, poor sleep, and mental fatigue are top contributors. These aren’t rare—they’re everyday struggles for desk-bound staff.
Prevention Costs Less Than Cure
Here’s the good news: proactive wellness initiatives can reduce absenteeism by up to 36%, according to a Harvard Business Review study. When employees are equipped with self-care tools, they bounce back faster—or don’t fall sick as often.
At Ouch!, our TCM-based wellness sessions focus on:
- Pain prevention through guided acupressure
- Energy management with qigong movements
- Herbal wisdom to support immunity and digestion
It’s all simple, sustainable, and designed for busy professionals.
Your ROI Starts with Well Employees
Investing in wellness is not a cost. It’s a return on investment—measurable through reduced sick leave, higher engagement, and stronger retention.
We’ll help you build a wellness calendar tailored to your team, with workshops that are effective, culturally inclusive, and easy to implement.