Introduction:
Reintegration of employees into their mainstream jobs following an illness or injury is associated with unique difficulties, which are more pronounced in high-stress sectors like maritime and industrial settings. There is a therapeutic breakthrough at this time to ease these stresses and aid in the process of rehabilitation.

Methods:
In this study, employees’ experiences were examined using a mixed-methods research design focusing on the reintegration phase. Stress in the participants was quantified using the Perceived Stress Scale, with qualitative data collected from ten professional occupational therapists through semi-structured interviews. The sample comprised 100 participants, of whom 50 were seafarers and 50 were industrial workers. An analysis of reintegration issues was conducted across the sectors.

Results:
The research results revealed that work-related reintegration strategies, including stress management treatments such as cognitive-behavioral modification programs, aid in the quicker adjustment of employees to occupational demands. Participants’ anxiety levels were reduced, and their self-perception of job performance improved after the interventions.

Conclusions:
Employers have realized the importance of a combined approach when dealing with stress to aid in effectively managing employees about to resume work after an illness or injury. Aside from focusing on individual health, these therapy programs also benefit the productivity and health of the work environment.