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Work Injuries services offered in Beaverton and Lake Oswego, OR
More than two in 100 people become injured or ill on the job. At Go To Ortho, with locations in Beaverton and Lake Oswego, Oregon, board-certified orthopedic surgeons Steven Madey, MD, Amer Mirza, MD, and the rest of the team care for workers’ compensation patients to help them recover quickly and receive reimbursement for their care. Schedule a work injuries evaluation at Go To Ortho by calling the office or booking an appointment online today. Walk-ins are also welcome.
What are work injuries?
Work injuries are musculoskeletal injuries sustained while at work. Such injuries are common among individuals with physically demanding jobs. If you get hurt at work, report it to your boss right away and seek medical care as quickly as possible to file a workers’ compensation claim.
What are examples of common work injuries?
Common work injuries include:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Whiplash
- Head injuries
- Cuts, lacerations, and puncture wounds
- Breaks and fractures
- Torn ligaments
- Sprains, strains, and tears
- Dislocations
- Joint injuries
- Bruises
- Infections
- Crushing injuries
- Falls
- Repetitive motion injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome
The symptoms you experience may include pain, swelling, stiffness, bruising, warmth, tenderness, reduced joint range of motion, or diminished mobility.
Seek medical attention as soon as you become injured on the job, even if your pain isn’t severe. Doing so helps avoid potential complications, such as permanent musculoskeletal damage or disability.
What are my workers’ compensation rights?
After an on-the-job injury, you can seek treatment from the doctor of your choice. You cannot be fired from your job for reporting a work-related injury. Go To Ortho can help you file your workers’ compensation claim.
The compensation you’ll receive includes payment for medical care and lost wages while you heal from an injury. Some people receive permanent disability for a serious medical concern. Compensation is available for family members of workers who pass away due to a work-related cause.
How are work injuries diagnosed?
The Go To Ortho team diagnoses work-related and other injuries by completing a physical exam, discussing how the injury occurred, reviewing your symptoms and medical history, and ordering blood testing, on-site X-rays, an MRI, or other imaging procedures if necessary.
How are work injuries treated?
Your individualized treatment plan is based on the type and severity of your injury. It may include:
- Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
- Bracing, casting, splinting, or a walking boot
- Crutches
- Stitches, sutures, staples, or other types of wound care
- Fracture care
- Oral medicines
- Topical medications
- Injections
- Physical therapy
- Surgery
If you need surgery for a severe work-related injury, the Go To Ortho experts help you schedule a procedure at a convenient surgery center near you.
Schedule a workers’ compensation evaluation for work injuries at Go To Ortho by calling the office, using the online booking feature, or simply walking in today.