Orthopedic Care
Accidents happen, but we can help.
Emergency and urgent care services for orthopedic injuries.
Broken bones, sprains, and other injuries often have overlapping symptoms, and sometimes they seem insignificant at first, so you may not know whether it’s necessary to take a trip to your local emergency room or urgent care. Whether you took a spill on the soccer field or stumbled on the sidewalk, you may wonder whether it’s worth going to the ER. Your best bet? Have your fractures, severe sprains, or bruises evaluated by a doctor for the best treatment outcome.
Symptoms of Orthopedic Injuries
Acute orthopedic injuries are unexpected and unmistakable. They cause immediate pain, often followed by swelling and limited movement. Examples of acute injuries include sprains, fractures and dislocations.
Chronic injuries happen when a joint or limb is exposed to continued stress. They may not show symptoms immediately but can become more painful over time. Stress fractures and shin splints are common chronic injuries.
Causes of Orthopedic Injuries
The main causes of orthopedic injuries are accidents and impacts, like sudden falls and collisions. Other causes may include a lack of rest, ill-fitting or wrong clothing that can hurt the joints, or not warming up before a sport or exercise.
Diagnosing Orthopedic Injuries
Diagnosing an orthopedic injury starts with checking the patient’s medical history and doing a physical exam. Doctors may need X-rays or an MRI to rule out or confirm broken bones or to learn how severe the injury is.
Orthopedic Injury Treatment
Treatment starts as soon as we have a diagnosis. Orthopedic injury treatment is based on the severity of the injury. Most treatments include R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, elevation). In some cases, treatment involves rehab and physical therapy. Painkillers can also help relieve discomfort as the injury heals.
Preventing Orthopedic Injuries
Orthopedic injuries, such as sports injuries, happen unexpectedly. But they’re often easier to prevent than to treat. Preventing orthopedic injuries includes proper warmups before exercise, using the right equipment and cooling down. It’s important to wear the appropriate shoes for different activities. Maintaining overall health can also reduce the risk of an orthopedic injury.
Visit ProMedica Toledo Hospital Emergency and Urgent Care
At ProMedica Toledo Hospital Emergency and Urgent Care, our primary goal is to provide Toledo area residents and visitors with exceptional service and the proper billing for the care they need. Our combined emergency room and urgent care in Maumee are fully equipped to handle everything from allergies to appendicitis, with on-site labs and imaging, including X-ray, ultrasound and CT scans.
