How to access our Urgent Care Centres
All of our Urgent Care Centres operate a walk-in service. Simply walk in to see a doctor quickly. If you wish to speak to us in advance, please call:
020 3910 2412
For any life threatening conditions patients should always call 999 or go the nearest NHS emergency department
Fractures, strains, sprains and falls
HCA UK Urgent Care Centres are able to treat an array of orthopaedic and traumatic injuries. We have a dedicated team of highly skilled doctors and senior nurses that are expert in assessing, diagnosing and managing sprains, fractures and sports injuries.
We provide a network of specialist consultants to whom we refer more complex musculoskeletal injuries.
The diagnosis of a sprain injury is made by a physical examination. In most cases an x-ray of the affected joint is obtained to ensure that there are no fractures. If there is a suspected tear in the ligament or soft tissue, then an MRI is obtained. MRI is usually done after swelling has subsided and can readily identify the presence of a ligament injury. An expert follow-up appointment can be arranged if necessary.
We provide a network of specialist consultants to whom we refer more complex musculoskeletal injuries.
The diagnosis of a sprain injury is made by a physical examination. In most cases an x-ray of the affected joint is obtained to ensure that there are no fractures. If there is a suspected tear in the ligament or soft tissue, then an MRI is obtained. MRI is usually done after swelling has subsided and can readily identify the presence of a ligament injury. An expert follow-up appointment can be arranged if necessary.
Assessment for falls, fractures or sprains
- Medical history
- Thorough clinical examination
Blood tests
- Direct access to routine and complex blood tests
Diagnostic Imaging
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- CT
- MRI
Treatment for falls, fractures and strains
- Pain relief
- Orthopaedic braces (neck, back, shoulder, elbow wrist, knee, ankle)
- Compression therapy
- Joint immobilisation modalities (this includes, plaster of Paris plaster bandages and splinting casts, paddings and stockinette, splints and an aircast boot)
We can also arrange hospital admission, and short and long term follow-up through our dedicated orthopaedic trauma and sports medicine consultants.