Minor Injury Care (Sprains, Cuts & Burns)
Prompt, Professional
Care for Minor Injury
Care (Sprains, Cuts &
Burns)
Minor injuries are non-life-threatening issues like sprains, cuts, and burns that still require prompt medical attention to ensure proper healing and prevent complications. CityHealth provides expert, convenient care to treat your injury correctly so you can get back to your life without a long wait.
Understanding Common Minor Injuries
While many injuries can be treated at our clinic, it’s helpful to understand the different types we see most often.
Sprains & Strains
Sprains are injuries to ligaments, like a twisted ankle, while strains affect muscles or tendons. Both are often the result of sudden overstretching or tearing.
Cuts & Lacerations
These are breaks in the skin that can range from minor scrapes to deeper cuts that may need stitches to properly close the wound, prevent infection, and minimize scarring.
Minor Burns
We treat first and second-degree burns that cause redness, pain, and sometimes blistering. These are often caused by contact with hot liquids, hot surfaces, or excessive sun exposure.
What Are the Symptoms of a Minor Injury?
Symptoms depend on the type and location of the injury, but certain signs indicate you should seek medical care.
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SIGNS OF A SPRAIN OR STRAIN
- Pain and tenderness at the injury site
- Swelling and bruising
- Limited ability to move the affected joint or muscle
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SIGNS OF A CUT OR LACERATION
- A visible break or tear in the skin
- Bleeding that doesn’t stop with gentle pressure
- Pain or discomfort around the wound
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SIGNS OF A MINOR BURN
- Reddened, discolored, or sensitive skin
- Mild to moderate pain and swelling
- The formation of blisters
Questions About Minor Injury Care?
When an unexpected injury occurs, it’s common to have questions about the best course of action. We’ve provided answers to some of the questions we hear most often to help you make an informed decision.
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When should I go to urgent care vs. the ER for a cut?
Urgent care is ideal for cuts that are not severely deep but may need stitches to heal correctly. You should go to the ER for deep wounds with uncontrollable bleeding, a foreign object embedded in the wound, or for a cut involving a serious head or eye injury.
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How can I tell if my ankle is sprained or broken?
Symptoms can be very similar. However, a popping sound at the time of injury, a visible deformity, or the inability to put any weight on it are strong signs of a fracture. An X-ray is the only way to be certain, which we can provide at our clinic.
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What kind of burns do you treat?
We treat first-degree and second-degree burns that are limited to a small area of the body. Large, severe, or third-degree burns that cause numbness or a charred appearance require immediate emergency room care.
Why Choose CityHealth
For non-life-threatening injuries, CityHealth provides a faster, more convenient, and more affordable alternative to a traditional emergency room visit. You receive high-quality, professional care without the long wait or high cost.
Immediate Care
No appointments needed. Walk in for your Minor Injury Care (Sprains, Cuts & Burns) evaluation and be seen right away.
Affordable Alternative
Get the same high-quality care as an ER for a fraction of the cost.
Experienced Clinicians
Our team is trained to accurately diagnose and treat minor injuries effectively.
Peace of Mind
Get clear answers, effective treatment, and relief so you can get back to your life.
Get the Care You Need Today
Don’t delay getting the proper care for an injury and risk a longer, more difficult recovery. The CityHealth team is ready to help you heal correctly and feel better today.
