Injury warning signs.
Soft-tissue and joint injuries often look less dramatic than a fracture, but can still need urgent care.
Types of injuries we treat.
- ✓Sprains (stretched or torn ligaments)
- ✓Strains (stretched or torn muscles/tendons)
- ✓Joint dislocations
- ✓Torn ligaments (ACL, MCL and similar)
- ✓Sports injuries
- ✓Work-related accidents
- ✓Motor vehicle accident injuries
Come in if you have—
- —A joint that looks out of place or deformed
- —Inability to move or bear weight on the injured area
- —Numbness, tingling, or a cold, pale limb
- —Significant swelling that develops rapidly
- —An injury from a car accident or high-impact fall
- —Pain that is severe or getting worse
Not sure how serious it is?
On-site imaging gives us an answer fast.
Treatments we offer.
On-site X-ray & ultrasound
Confirms whether an injury is a sprain, strain, dislocation or fracture.
IV pain management
Fast relief while we evaluate and treat.
Joint reduction
Restoring a dislocated joint to its normal position, with appropriate pain control.
Splinting & bracing
Stabilizing the injury for proper healing.
Orthopedic referral
Connection to a specialist for ligament or tendon repair when needed.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for injury care.
Board-certified ER physicians
Trained to distinguish sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures quickly.
On-site imaging
X-ray and ultrasound in the same building — no separate appointment.
Average wait under 10 minutes
Get evaluated and treated fast.
Same-day orthopedic referral
For injuries needing specialist follow-up.
Frequently asked questions.
What's the difference between a sprain and a strain?
A sprain is a stretched or torn ligament (connects bone to bone), while a strain is a stretched or torn muscle or tendon (connects muscle to bone). Both can cause similar swelling and pain, which is why imaging helps confirm the diagnosis.
Can urgent care treat a dislocated joint?
Most urgent care clinics can't safely reduce a dislocated joint, which requires imaging, pain control and hands-on technique. A dislocation should be evaluated at the ER.
Do I need an X-ray for a sprain?
Often, yes — especially if there's significant swelling, inability to bear weight, or the mechanism of injury suggests a possible fracture. On-site X-ray gives us an answer the same visit.
How long does a sprain or strain take to heal?
Mild sprains and strains often improve in 1–3 weeks with rest, ice and support. More severe ligament or tendon tears can take 6–12 weeks or longer, sometimes requiring specialist care.
Should I go to the ER after a car accident even if I feel okay?
Yes, especially if you have any pain, stiffness or swelling. Some musculoskeletal injuries don't become obvious until hours after an accident, and documentation matters if you pursue a claim.
Care across North Texas.
We serve patients from Fort Worth and surrounding communities including:
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