An injury that clearly is not an emergency still needs looking at properly — and often needs an X-ray. We have digital imaging in both buildings, so we can tell you the same day whether something is broken.
What we treat
- Sprains and strains of the ankle, knee, wrist and shoulder
- Suspected fractures, with X-ray and splinting on site
- Cuts and lacerations needing stitches, staples or skin glue
- Puncture wounds, scrapes and road rash
- Minor burns, including scalds and sunburn
- Abscesses and infected skin needing incision and drainage
- Splinters, fish hooks and other foreign bodies
- Animal and insect bites
- Jammed or injured fingers and toes
- Back strain and muscle injury
What to expect
- Examination and imagingWe examine the injury and take an X-ray if the mechanism or the exam suggests a fracture. Our images are read during your visit and also sent for a radiologist’s formal read.
- Treatment in the roomWounds are cleaned, numbed and closed. Fractures and bad sprains are splinted or braced. Abscesses are drained. Tetanus vaccination is given if you are due.
- Follow-up arrangedIf you need an orthopedic surgeon, hand specialist, or a wound recheck, we arrange it before you leave and send your images along.
Timing matters for cuts
Wounds close best within about twelve hours. If you are deciding whether to come in, come in sooner — a wound that is too old to stitch has to heal the slow way.
When to call 911 instead
Urgent care is not the right place for a life-threatening problem. Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department for any of these:
- Chest pain, pressure, or tightness
- Trouble breathing or shortness of breath at rest
- Sudden weakness, numbness, facial droop, or trouble speaking
- Heavy bleeding that does not slow with firm pressure
- A head injury with confusion, repeated vomiting, or loss of consciousness
- A seizure, or fainting without a clear cause
- Severe abdominal pain, or a stiff neck with fever
- Thoughts of harming yourself
Do you do X-rays on site?
Yes, digital X-ray is available at both the Acton and Canton clinics during all open hours.
Can you set a broken bone?
We diagnose fractures, splint them, manage pain, and refer you to an orthopedic specialist. Displaced fractures and bones that break the skin need a hospital.
Will I need a tetanus shot?
If your last tetanus vaccination was more than five years ago and the wound is dirty or deep, yes. We keep the vaccine on site.
Walk in today
No appointment needed at either clinic. Call ahead to check the wait, or reserve your spot online.