OrthoCareFastTrack
Avoid the Emergency Room
Our OrthoCare Fast Track Program offers same day/next day access for acute non-life and non-limb threatening orthopaedic injuries.
What's the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Injuries?
Acute Injuries
Acute injuries, such as a sprained ankle, strained back, or fractured hand, occur suddenly during activity. Signs of an acute injury include the following:
- Sudden, severe pain
- Swelling
- Inability to place weight on a lower limb
- Extreme tenderness in an upper limb
- Inability to move a joint through its full range of motion
- Extreme limb weakness
- Visible dislocation or break of a bone
Chronic Injuries
Chronic injuries usually result from overusing one area of the body while playing a sport or exercising over a long period. The following are signs of a chronic injury:
- Pain when performing an activity
- A dull ache when at rest
- Swelling
If you have an acute injury and need to get in to see a orthopaedic specialist quickly please contact Our Fast Track Specialist:
Grace Norris
Disclaimer: While every attempt will be made to see you the same day, service times will be based on the number of people seeking care as well as the seriousness of their condition. |
