There is nothing more soothing than spending a sunny summer day outdoors. However, whether you're an avid hiker or just headed out for a leisurely stroll, injuries can happen unexpectedly. When they do, it is important to be able to identify whether your injury required medical care. It can be difficult to self-diagnose the severity of a strain or sprain. That’s why AFC Urgent Care Centennial offers same-day injury diagnosis and treatment on a walk-in basis! Simply walk into the clinic for same-day X-ray imaging services and injury care. Or, save your spot in advance of your visit using the button below.
Do Minor Injuries Cause Bruising?
If you step wrong while out on a hike and are surprised to find bruising forming, this is often a sign of an internal injury. If you’re able to walk on the limb and there are no obvious deformities, it is likely that the tendon or ligaments suffered minor damage. This often happens in cases of sprains and strains. Bruising is perfectly normal, although it can look alarming. If you notice severe bruising, you should always seek medical care to receive any necessary treatment and rule out more severe injuries.
How to Manage Bruising and Swelling at Home
Bruising and swelling is often a sign of a minor injury. It is important to rest the affected area as much as possible to allow your body to heal without putting additional strain on it. For minor injuries, applying ice on and off throughout the day and elevating the area as much as possible to reduce swelling are often effective treatments. If your injury isn’t improving after a few days, or is getting worse over time, you may require digital X-rays to rule out a more severe injury like a fracture or broken bone.
When to Seek Medical Care for a Bruised or Swollen Limb
If you notice swelling and bruising after an injury, you should seek medical care. Although some injuries can heal on their own, it is important to seek a diagnosis from a medical professional to rule out more severe conditions like broken bones. A digital X-ray may be necessary to look at the bones and determine whether your injury requires further care. Delaying diagnosis and continuing to function with an injury could cause it to become more severe.
Visit AFC Centennial for Rapid Injury Diagnosis & Treatment
While bruising and swelling can indicate a minor injury, you should still seek medical care to rule out a more severe injury. At AFC Urgent Care Centennial, our walk-in urgent care clinic offers same-day injury care. We have a digital x-ray imaging suite on-site for advanced diagnosis of injuries like broken or fractured bones. We never require patients to schedule an appointment; simply walk in when it’s convenient. We’re open 7 days a week!
Our clinic is state-of-the-art and equipped with a digital X-ray imaging machine for same-day injury diagnosis and treatment. We work with most medical insurance plans and have affordable rates for patients paying out of pocket for their care. Simply walk into the clinic, or call the clinic to learn more about the services we offer at (303) 220-9168.
