Wrist Fracture
When you think of a wrist fracture, you may immediately imagine a sports injury or a slip and fall. However, wrist fractures can happen in various ways and affect people of all ages. In this article, we’ll explore the anatomy of the wrist, mechanisms of injury, types of fractures, examinations and x-rays, and management and complications. We’ll also provide a step-by-step guide on how Urgent Care Brisbane can help you manage a wrist fracture without having to visit the hospital emergency room.
Ankle Fracture
An ankle fracture can have a significant impact on a person’s life. It is important to understand the anatomy, how the injury occurs, the types of fractures, symptoms, and treatment options. This knowledge is essential to help with recovery and getting back to normal.
Work Related Illnesses
Workplace Musculoskeletal Injuries
John, your average data entry professional. His experience is far from unique. Like countless others, John grappled with the reality of workplace musculoskeletal injuries. Here’s a look at his journey, from the first twinge of pain to full recovery.
Respiratory Disease
Meet George, a 55-year-old man who sought care at Urgent Care Brisbane after years of labouring in a local quarry. He was troubled by a relentless cough, constant shortness of breath, and an unshakeable feeling of fatigue. His condition was the unfortunate consequence of exposure to silica dust at work. Welcome to the world of work-related respiratory disease.
Q-fever
Meet Peter, a hardworking farmer who visited Urgent Care Brisbane with fever, chills, and a nagging headache that just wouldn’t go away. Little did he know he had fallen prey to a work-related infection: Q-fever.
Industrial Deafness
Do you remember Tom, our friendly local blacksmith? He’d worked tirelessly for decades, hammering out masterpieces in his noisy workshop. One day, Tom realized he was struggling to hear the soft notes of his favourite symphony. His visit to Urgent Care Brisbane led to a diagnosis of industrial deafness.
PTSD
John, a diligent construction worker at the heart of bustling Brisbane. One fateful day, a misstep led to a grave workplace injury, resulting in a cascade of events that didn’t end with physical scars. Weeks into recovery, John began to exhibit symptoms typical of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Acute stress reaction
Meet Jane. Just last month, she was in Urgent Care Brisbane following a severe car accident.
She was physically fine but experiencing something else – a whirlwind of intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and a pounding heart that refused to calm down. It felt as if the accident’s trauma was replaying itself repeatedly. She was diagnosed with an Acute Stress Reaction (ASR), a common response following a traumatic event.
Depression
Ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders during a long, gruelling workday? You’re not alone. Work-related depression and anxiety are not only real but increasingly common in today’s high-stress work environments. At Urgent Care Brisbane, we understand the importance of addressing these mental health conditions promptly and effectively.