Trauma & Fractures

Although bones are the hardest tissues in our body, fractures (commonly known as “broken bones”) can occur due to accidents, trauma, sports injuries, and falls. The type and severity of the fracture direct the treatment plan. Some fractures are only apparent on x-ray and usually do not produce a visual change to the body part. Other fractures can range from “minimally displaced” to “completely displaced”. Both types of fractures can be treated with a cast. A reduction, or ”setting the bone”, may be required depending upon the character of the fracture and the individual patient. In some circumstances, surgery is required to properly align the broken bone pieces. Same-day urgent care is available at South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Stuart, Florida for your orthopedic injury.

Our board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeons are specifically trained to diagnose and to determine the best treatment plan for the most functional outcome. Our facility also includes on-site diagnostic X-ray and MRI right here in Stuart, Florida. Accidents do happen, and not all fractures can be prevented. It is important in patients of all ages to receive proper treatment by an Orthopaedic Surgeon to help ensure the best possible outcome.

South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is the largest orthopaedic practice serving patients along Florida’s Treasure Coast, including Ft. Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Jensen Beach, Stuart, Palm City, Hobe Sound, and Jupiter, as well as Indiantown and Okeechobee.

To schedule an appointment or physician referral, call South Florida Orthopaedics in Stuart, Florida at (772) 288-2400 or use our secure online appointment request form.

Orthopaedic Urgent Care

There is no need to delay an important diagnosis or treatment. Same-day or next-day orthopedic urgent care appointments in Stuart, Florida are available by calling us at (772) 288-2400. South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is responsive to the needs of patients with sprains, strains, suspected fractures and dislocations.

Please visit our Patient Education Library to learn more about fractures.