What Are Simple Fractures?
Life can be pretty busy, and dealing with pain from a simple bone fracture can make it even tougher. Our team at UMG Urgent Care is here to provide quick, reliable care for your simple bone fracture so you can get back to the things you enjoy. Our experienced staff uses urgent care x-ray technology to diagnose and treat simple fractures effectively and efficiently. A simple fracture is a break or crack in a bone that does not cause the bone to puncture the skin. This makes it different from a compound fracture where the bone breaks through the skin. The terms simple vs. compound fracture describe the severity of the injury. A simple fracture usually means the bone is broken but still stable and contained within the body. Simple fractures can happen due to accidents, falls, or direct blows to a part of the body. They are common injuries, especially among children, athletes, and older adults. Contact our team in Columbia, MD for appropriate medical care, and ensure your fractured bone heals correctly with no complications.
How Are Simple Fractures Diagnosed and Treated?
At UMG Urgent Care, our experienced healthcare professionals begin by discussing your symptoms and how the injury happened. Simple fracture symptoms include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the affected area. To accurately identify the type and severity of the fracture, we often use x-ray imaging. Our urgent care x-ray services are designed to give you answers quickly without the long waits that often come with emergency rooms. Once the simple fracture is confirmed, we will discuss your treatment options, which typically include immobilization to keep the bone stable using a cast, splint, or brace, pain management with over-the-counter relievers to reduce discomfort, and rest and elevation to help decrease swelling and promote healing. Follow-up care may also be needed to ensure the simple bone fracture heals correctly with physical therapy recommended in some cases to regain strength and mobility. Our caring team will guide you through every step, ensuring your bone heals properly.
What Are the Benefits of Simple Fractures Treatment?
It's important to address broken bones as soon as possible to ensure the best outcome. Proper care at UMG Urgent Care in Columbia, MD can make all the difference in how well and how quickly you recover. Our team strives to make the healing process as smooth as possible for every patient with the following benefits:
- Quick recovery
- Preventing complications
- Pain relief
- Avoiding long-term issues
- Convenience compared to traditional hospital settings
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Heal Properly at UMG Urgent Care
Our team at UMG Urgent Care is dedicated to providing the care you need with compassion and precision. Our simple fracture treatment is designed to help you feel better and heal properly. If you think you might have a simple fracture, come see us at our Columbia, MD location for a thorough evaluation and bone fracture x-ray. We will make sure you get prompt, reliable care.