Colleyville's approximately 26,000 residents are served by a community known for the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor. What Colleyville lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room equipped to evaluate red-flag back pain on-site. Hospital ERs near Colleyville can mean multi-hour waits — and back pain with neurologic warning signs can't wait.
That's why Colleyville residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 12 miles from Colleyville via Heritage Trace Pkwy. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When severe back pain, sciatica, or red-flag symptoms strike near the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor, our back pain treatment team provides a neurologic exam, on-site imaging, and IV pain control — no appointment required.
Back pain care Colleyville trusts.
When back pain comes with warning signs, fast evaluation matters. Here is why Colleyville residents near the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Colleyville
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound.
Red-flag back pain triaged with urgency
Colleyville patients with leg weakness, saddle numbness, or fever are brought back immediately, not left waiting.
CT & MRI on-site
Complete spinal workup in one visit for Colleyville patients — no transfers, no waiting weeks for imaging.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Colleyville patient is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician — 24 hours a day, every day.
Symptoms of back pain.
Colleyville residents should recognize these warning signs early — some back pain symptoms are true emergencies that need immediate care.
Common causes.
Understanding what's causing your symptoms helps guide the right diagnostic tests and treatment for Colleyville patients.
- ✓Muscle strain or spasm
- ✓Herniated disc
- ✓Sciatica — nerve root compression
- ✓Kidney stones
- ✓Spinal stenosis
- ✓Compression fracture from osteoporosis
- ✓Spinal infection or malignancy
Don't wait. Come now if—
- —Back pain with leg weakness or inability to walk
- —Loss of bladder or bowel function
- —Numbness in the groin or saddle area
- —Severe back pain with fever
- —Back pain after major trauma or fall
- —Back pain in a cancer patient or IV drug user
Not sure? Call us from Colleyville.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Treatments we offer.
Our ER is fully equipped to evaluate and treat back pain 24/7 for Colleyville patients — from muscle spasm to spinal emergencies.
Neurologic exam & red-flag screening
Thorough examination to identify cauda equina syndrome, cord compression, or infection before anything else.
Imaging when indicated
X-ray, CT, or MRI ordered based on clinical findings — all available on-site, no waiting for a separate appointment.
IV anti-inflammatories & muscle relaxants
Toradol (ketorolac) and diazepam administered IV for rapid relief of acute muscle spasm and nerve inflammation.
Steroid burst for sciatica
Corticosteroids to reduce nerve inflammation and interrupt the cycle of severe sciatica pain.
Specialist referral & coordination
Direct referral to orthopedics, neurosurgery, or pain management when needed — with records transferred same visit.
Discharge plan & follow-up
Clear home-care instructions, prescriptions, and a follow-up plan so recovery continues after you leave.
Getting to our ER from Colleyville, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 12 miles from Colleyville. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: If you have leg weakness or loss of bladder/bowel control, call 911 or 817-945-4200 while en route from Colleyville — these symptoms need immediate evaluation.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Colleyville service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Colleyville's back pain.
Average wait under 10 min
Colleyville patients are brought back quickly — red-flag back pain is triaged with urgency, not left waiting for hours.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every patient is evaluated by an emergency-medicine-trained physician, 24/7. Our ER doctors never leave you with a mid-level alone.
On-site imaging & labs
CT, MRI, X-ray and full lab — complete spinal workup in one visit, no transfers, no waiting weeks.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Colleyville residents should not delay needed back pain treatment due to insurance questions. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
Our billing team is available to answer questions about your coverage before, during, or after your visit. Self-pay pricing is transparent and available on request.
Questions from Colleyville patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Colleyville TX?
We are approximately 12 miles from Colleyville — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound.
What is the fastest route from Colleyville to your ER?
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Is back pain an emergency for Colleyville residents?
Most back pain isn't, but red flags — leg weakness, bladder or bowel changes, saddle numbness, fever, or major trauma — need immediate ER care. When in doubt, Colleyville residents should come in or call us.
Will Colleyville patients need an MRI for their back pain?
MRI is ordered when there are neurologic findings, red-flag symptoms, or persistent pain after initial treatment. Our on-site MRI means no wait for a separate appointment for Colleyville patients.
Will my insurance cover back pain treatment from Colleyville TX?
Yes. We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Can the ER help Colleyville patients with chronic back pain?
We treat acute flares and rule out dangerous causes. Long-term management of chronic back pain is best handled by a pain specialist or primary care physician — we will refer Colleyville patients appropriately.
What back pain symptoms should Colleyville residents never ignore?
Loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin or saddle area, leg weakness, fever with back pain, or pain after major trauma are all red flags requiring immediate evaluation — these can signal cauda equina syndrome or a spinal infection.
Can Colleyville patients use online check-in for back pain?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency back pain. If you have leg weakness, loss of bladder or bowel control, saddle numbness, or fever, do not pause to fill out a form — call 817-945-4200 or come straight in.
What's the best route from the the Colleyville Nature Center and the Glade Road corridor area in Colleyville to your ER?
Take Hwy 26 (Colleyville Blvd) west to Glade Road, then continue onto Heritage Trace Parkway westbound. From neighborhoods near Glade Road, Heritage Trace Parkway runs directly west to our front door. Both routes average 15 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.