Fracture warning signs.
Not every fracture looks dramatic. If you've had a fall, twist or impact and notice any of the following, it's worth getting checked.
Types of fractures.
We evaluate and treat the full range of fracture types, in both adults and children.
- ✓Closed fracture
- ✓Compound (open) fracture
- ✓Comminuted fracture
- ✓Stress fracture
- ✓Greenstick fracture (children)
- ✓Growth-plate fracture (children)
Come in right away if you have—
- —A bone visibly out of place or through the skin
- —Inability to bear any weight or move the limb
- —Numbness, tingling, or a cold, pale limb below the injury
- —Pain that keeps getting worse despite rest and ice
- —Any suspected fracture in an infant or toddler
- —A fall or impact followed by a snap, crack or pop
Not sure if it's broken?
On-site X-ray gives us an answer in minutes.
Treatments we offer.
On-site X-ray & CT
Imaging and results in minutes — no separate imaging center or referral needed.
IV pain management
Fast, effective pain control from the moment you're seen.
Splinting & casting
Same-visit splinting or casting for stable fractures.
Fracture reduction
Realignment of displaced fractures when needed, with appropriate pain control.
Wound care & IV antibiotics
For open (compound) fractures, to reduce infection risk.
Same-day orthopedic referral
Connection to an orthopedic specialist for ongoing care and follow-up.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for fracture care.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every shift staffed by an Emergency Medicine specialist, not just a PA or NP.
On-site imaging
X-ray and CT in the same building — no transfer, no separate appointment.
Pediatric fracture experience
Growth-plate awareness and gentle care for greenstick and buckle fractures.
Average wait under 10 minutes
Get seen, imaged and treated fast.
Frequently asked questions.
Is a fracture the same as a broken bone?
Yes. In medicine, "fracture" and "broken bone" describe the exact same injury — a break in a bone, of any severity.
How long does a fracture take to heal?
It depends on the bone and severity. Fingers and toes often heal in 3–6 weeks, a wrist in 6–8 weeks, and larger bones like the tibia or femur can take several months.
What is a compound fracture?
A compound (or open) fracture is one where the broken bone pierces the skin. It's a medical emergency because of the high infection risk and needs immediate care.
Can urgent care treat a fracture?
Most urgent care clinics can X-ray a simple fracture but can't reduce a displaced fracture, manage a compound fracture, or provide IV pain control. For anything beyond a minor injury, come to the ER.
Do you cast fractures on-site or refer out?
We splint or cast stable fractures the same visit. For fractures needing surgery or specialist follow-up, we provide a same-day orthopedic referral.
Care across North Texas.
We serve patients from Fort Worth and surrounding communities including:
Related care worth knowing about.
Fracture care often overlaps with other injuries — we also treat orthopedic emergencies and falls & trauma around the clock. Want to know who's on shift? meet our board-certified ER physicians, and you can save time with online check-in.