When you have a fracture, a splint is useful for holding the injured body part in place until you can receive medical care. This video explains how to make a splint for a broken hand, which is an incredibly painful injury.
The convenience, expertise and hours of a walk-in medical facility like Total Access Urgent Care make it easier and less expensive than an emergency room for you to treat a fracture. Until then, splinting material can be found in first aid kits, but you can also make your own splint from rolled newspaper if a standard splint is not available. After the splint is applied, ice the area so pain and swelling are reduced.
If you have suffered any type of fracture, see Total Access Urgent Care right away. Call us at (314) 732-4869 or visit our website for more information about our rapid and convenient medical services.
was in and out in an hour for my hand laceration. Was a grreat experience. I will definitely go back....hopefully no time soon
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mike
Total Access Urgent Care is an urgent care facility and walk in clinic in the St. Louis area. For more information about Total Access Urgent Care, call us at 314-732-4869 to speak with a representative.
Absolutely wonderful staff and doctors! I came in, was seen very quickly, and every person I saw was very attentive, listened, and made me feel welcome! I definitely recommend them! You get in and out very quickly, with amazing service!
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Leanne
Total Access Urgent Care is an urgent care facility and walk in clinic in the St. Louis area. For more information about Total Access Urgent Care, call us at 314-732-4869 to speak with a representative.
Bone fractures and ligament sprains are among the most common injuries affecting both adults and children. Although these injuries are distinct from each other and are treated in different ways, they can be hard to distinguish when they occur. Therefore, it is advised that you seek immediate medical attention from Total Access Urgent Care when you suspect that either one of these injuries has taken place. Below are some ways that you can treat the injury before you get to us:
Avoid moving the injured area: It’s important to avoid any further disruption of the tissue after the initial injury has occurred, so keep any weight or pressure off of the affected body part. If the injury has taken place in the lower body, have someone assist you in walking so that you do not cause additional damage by trying to move.
Do not touch an open fracture: A fracture is easily identified when it is open, meaning that the bone is protruding out of the skin. This type of fracture is highly susceptible to infection, and trying to touch the bone can be incredibly harmful. Protect the surrounding area with sterile gauze until you can get to the doctor.
Keep the injured body part elevated: Swelling and bleeding can be reduced when you keep the injured area elevated. While you are in transit to Total Access Urgent Care, try to sit in the backseat of the car where you will have enough space to keep the fractured or sprained body part in a comfortable position.
At Total Access Urgent Care, we have the quick medical services and on-site medical imaging needed to diagnose and treat fractures, sprains, and other musculoskeletal injuries. Learn more about our facilities and caring staff on our website or by calling (314) 732-4869.
I was in with side pains and very nervous and anxious. They saw me right away. Ed calmed me down so much. He made it easier and relaxing. Dr Bruckel was so nice and caring. Everyone was awesome. I thank them so much!
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Anna
Total Access Urgent Care is an urgent care facility and walk in clinic in the St. Louis area. For more information about Total Access Urgent Care, call us at 314-732-4869 to speak with a representative.
