Occupational Medicine

Non-fatal work injuries are common, affecting nearly three million people in the United States annually. If you’ve been injured at work, see the experts at Care10 Urgent Care in Henderson, Nevada, as soon as possible. Experienced nurse practitioner Burtson Katende, NP, and the staff provide comprehensive occupational medicine for work-related injuries. Schedule an in-person or virtual evaluation at Care10 Urgent Care by phone, request one online, or simply walk in today. 

What is occupational medicine?

Occupational medicine involves evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries sustained while on the job. They are common in physically demanding careers, including construction and warehouse jobs, roofing, painting, and being a first responder or mechanic. 

You might get injured in a commercial motor vehicle accident, when lifting something heavy, using power tools or heavy machinery, falling off a ladder, or overusing muscles or tendons during repetitive motions. 

Having a medical professional effectively diagnose a work injury is vital to being able to take advantage of workers’ compensation benefits. 

Which conditions can occupational medicine address?

Occupational medicine at Care10 Urgent Care can diagnose and treat the following conditions and more:

• Fractures
• Strains
• Sprains
• Back and neck injuries
• Disc herniation
• Sciatica 
• Head injuries
• Burns
• Wounds
• Knee injuries 
• Whiplash
• Crush injuries
• Nerve damage
• Carpal tunnel

If you sustain a life-threatening work-related injury, call 911 or head to a nearby emergency room right away.

What should I expect during an occupational medicine appointment?

Your provider conducts a thorough medical evaluation to determine the type and severity of work injury you have. They discuss how the injury occurred and your symptoms, medical history, and whether or not you’re covered by workers’ compensation benefits. They also check your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. 

You might take advantage of convenient onsite lab testing or X-rays. Your Care10 Urgent Care expert may examine your eyes, ears, breathing, heartbeat, abdomen, limbs, and more to look for signs of injuries. 

After diagnosing an injury, your Care10 Urgent Care expert documents it and fills out any required occupational medicine paperwork. 

What will my occupational medicine treatment plan include?

Your occupational medicine treatment plan is based on the type and extent of your injury. Your Care10 Urgent Care specialist may recommend one or more of the following:

• Over-the-counter medications
• Prescription medications
• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Bracing, splinting, casting, or a sling
• Wound care
• Fracture care
• Physical therapy
• Injections
• Minor procedures

If you need a more in-depth procedure, such as surgery, Care10 Urgent Care offers referrals to orthopedic surgeons or other specialists who help you to make a full, or near-full, recovery.

Schedule an occupational medicine appointment at Care10 Urgent Care by calling the office, booking an appointment online, or walking in today.