When it comes to Employee Wellness Statistics, Here are the Key Facts:

Only 52% of U.S. companies offer wellness programs.

The average return on investment (ROI) for employee wellness programs, is six-to-one.

Attributed to a Harvard study, reportedly $3.27 less in medical costs, and $2.73 less in absenteeism, for every $1 spent.

Newer research emphasizes broader value (VOI) in engagement, retention, and productivity, -with some analyses showing even higher returns.

60% say they are more productive when their working, showing an increase in productivity and performance.

72% of employers saw a reduction in healthcare costs after implementing a wellness program, and reported fewer sick days.

Wellness programs can reduce absenteeism, by 14-19%.

General Electric saw absenteeism drop by 45% due to wellness programs.

Reductions in medical/health care costs and deductions in absenteeism rates have proven to save company funds and have offset the cost of Wellness Programs.

-by Abby McCain 

for zippia.com

“Providing massage therapy can be justified as a way to boost employee morale, improve retention, and enhance productivity, -which supports the business expense classification for tax-deductible, within a workplace employee wellness program.”

Whether tax-deductible or for a return on investment, massage therapy wellness programs are a win win in the workplace.