Breaking a bone can happen in all kinds of ways. Whether from a fall at home, a sports injury, a workplace accident, or something unexpected, a broken bone requires the right diagnosis and treatment immediately. Knowing what to expect during your visit can help calm your nerves and make sure you get the care you need as quickly as possible.
What Happens During Your Exam?
When you arrive at Go To Ortho, your physician will first ask about your symptoms and how the injury occurred. They examine the injured area, looking for swelling, bruising, any deformity, and common signs of a broken bone.
If you’re in a lot of pain, they might offer pain relief before moving forward with the exam to make you more comfortable.
During the physical exam, your doctor will likely gently feel the injured area to check for tenderness and see if the bone is out of alignment. They’ll also test how much you can move the area around the suspected fracture to better understand the injury.
X-Rays and Other Imaging Tests
Your doctor will likely recommend an X-ray to confirm if the bone is broken. X-rays are a quick and reliable way to see your bones and spot any breaks or cracks.
If the fracture is more complex or in a tricky spot, your doctor might suggest additional imaging tests, like a CT scan or MRI, to get a clearer view of the injury.
CT scans can provide detailed cross-sectional images of the bone and surrounding tissue, helping to determine if there are multiple fractures or if the bone has broken into small pieces.
Your doctor might use an MRI if they’re concerned about any damage to the soft tissues, like muscles or ligaments, around the broken bone.
Treatment Recommendations
After confirming the diagnosis, your doctor will discuss the best treatment options for your fracture. Treatment might involve putting the bone in a cast or splint to keep it still, and in some cases, your doctor could recommend surgery to help it heal properly. Physical therapy is also an important part of getting back to normal after a broken bone.
Your doctor at Go To Ortho will also give you instructions for managing pain, reducing swelling, and caring for your injury at home.
Get Fast Help for Broken Bones in Oregon
If you think you’ve broken a bone, it’s important to act quickly. Come on in to either one of our locations, you don’t need an appointment we are a walk-in clinic. But you can always contact Go To Ortho at 503-850-9950 to schedule an appointment. Our immediate-care clinic treats injuries of all kinds promptly. If you’re in the Portland area, don’t hesitate to visit our Beaverton or Lake Oswego, OR, office for expert care and help recovering fast.
