Sprains, strains, and fractures are some of the most common injuries we see in out walk in clinics — and while they may sound similar, each requires a unique approach to care and recovery. Whether it’s a twisted ankle on the soccer field, a pulled muscle during a workout, or a broken bone from a fall, getting the right diagnosis and treatment early can make all the difference in your healing time.
At Complete Health Partners, our Nashville & Hendersonville Walk In Clinics, are here to help you get back to doing what you love—pain-free and as fast as possible.
Sprain, Strain, or Fracture: What’s the Difference?
Before you treat an injury, it helps to know what you’re dealing with:
- Sprain: A stretch or tear of a ligament (the tissue connecting bones). Common in ankles, knees, and wrists.
- Strain: A stretch or tear of a muscle or tendon (the tissue connecting muscles to bones). Often occurs in the back or hamstrings.
- Fracture: A broken bone, ranging from hairline cracks to full breaks.
What to Do Immediately After an Injury
If you have a sudden injury during activity, follow the R.I.C.E. method:
- R – Rest: Avoid using the injured area.
- I – Ice: Apply ice for 15-20 minutes every few hours to reduce swelling.
- C – Compression: Wrap the area with an elastic bandage to help control swelling.
- E – Elevation: Keep the injured area elevated above heart level if possible.
Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen can also help reduce pain and swelling in the short term.
When to Head to Our Walk In Clinics
While some injuries heal with rest and care at home, others need professional evaluation. Visit a walk in clinic if you notice:
- Pain that doesn’t improve within a few days
- Swelling or bruising that worsens
- Inability to bear weight or move the area normally
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness
At Complete Health Partners, we offer on-site X-rays to evaluate for fractures, casting/splinting, and provide a full treatment plan to get you healing quickly and safely.
Complete Health Partners Walk in Clinics With X-ray
If you’re dealing with a sprain, strain, or suspected fracture, don’t wait it out or try to push through the pain. Come walk in to our Nashville or Hendersonville urgent care clinics with onsite x-ray. With follow-up care with our sports medicine specialist, we help care for you from injury to recovery. Visit one of our walk in clinics today!
6749 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209
629.203.7858
9am – 7pm, 7 days a week
166 E Main Street, Hendersonville, TN 37075
615.991.2855
7am – 7pm, Monday-Friday
9am- 7pm Saturday-Sunday