Broken Bones and Fractures Treatment at AFC Urgent Care Phoenixville Questions and Answers

If you need more information on broken bones and fractures, read our Questions and Answers page! Our providers are here to guide you on how to better care for your body. Call us today! Our clinic is conveniently located at 265 Schuylkill Road Phoenixville, PA 19460. We provide health care and urgent care services to patients from Phoenixville, Spring City, Trooper, Royersford, Limerick, Collegeville, Chester Springs, Oaks, Norristown, and the surrounding communities.

Broken bones and fractures happen to many people throughout their lives. In fact, over six million people experience a fracture in the US every year (that's over 16,000 fractures a day!). X-rays are commonly performed to diagnose a fracture. Fortunately, and due in part to their commonness, there have been many advances in treating broken bones, the most common treatment being a cast or splint.

Can Urgent Care Treat A Broken Bone?

Yes, urgent care clinics have the necessary skills and equipment to treat a broken bone. Fracturing or breaking a bone is considered an urgent situation because it needs to be treated right away. If it is not, then the bone can fuse back together improperly and will need to be rebroken to ensure proper healing and alignment. If you or someone you know has broken a bone, come to AFC Urgent Care to receive the highest quality care!

What Is The Best Treatment For Broken Bones?

While most broken bones can be treated with non-invasive procedures, such as a cast, in rare or severe breaks, surgery is necessary to promote proper healing and restore function.

Casts - Casts are hard, temporary plaster or fiberglass braces that hold a broken bone in alignment for proper healing.

Slings - Removable soft arm slings minimize movement and keep pressure off an arm or scapula injury to assist in support and control pain.

Crutches - These walking aids transfer weight from your legs to your upper body to ensure there is a minimum amount of weight on the lower body injury.

Walkers- A walker is a tool that provides additional support for people who require help with balance or stability.

Surgery- There are many different kinds of surgery available to treat a broken bone. Common examples include using a metal bar to stabilize the bone and hold them in place. Note: Our urgent care center is not equipped to perform surgery for a broken bone.

What should you do when treating a fracture?

Stop the bleeding - If there is any bleeding, elevate the wound and apply pressure using a sterile bandage, a clean cloth, or a clean piece of clothing.

Immobilize the injured area - If you believe there is a broken bone in their neck or back, help them stay as still as possible. If there is a broken bone in a limb, immobilize the area using a sling or splint.

Apply cold to the area - Wrap an ice pack or bag of ice in cloth and apply it to the injured area for up to 10 minutes at a time.

Treat them for shock - Move the person into a comfortable position, encourage rest, and help them relax. To keep them warm, cover them with a blanket or clothes.

Get professional help - Call your local emergency department (911) if the bone appears to be broken in multiple places or bone has broken the skin. Take them to AFC Urgent Care Phoenixville for less severe broken bones for professional care.

Can A Walk-In Urgent Care Help Me With A Fracture?

Yes, absolutely! Urgent care clinics are staffed with experienced healthcare professionals that are capable of treating fractures. If a limb is at risk of loss, the bone is broken in multiple pieces, or the bone has pierced the skin, go to the emergency room immediately.

If you or someone you know has broken a bone or believe it may be broken, come to AFC Urgent Care today! Our kind and compassionate staff are experienced in treating broken bones and can help you get on the road to recovery. Contact our office today to talk with a member of our specialist team. Visit us online or simply give us a call to book an appointment!