Hand Injury
Available at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations
Immediate Hand Injury Care - X-Ray & Treatment Available
Hand injuries require prompt evaluation to prevent complications and ensure proper healing. We provide on-site X-ray imaging, wound care, splinting, and treatment for cuts, fractures, sprains, and crush injuries. Walk-ins welcome at both Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations, open daily 8am-8pm.
When to Seek Hand Injury Care
- Severe pain or inability to move fingers
- Visible deformity or misalignment
- Deep cuts requiring stitches
- Significant swelling or bruising
- Numbness or tingling in fingers
- Suspected fracture or broken bone
- Crush injury or caught in machinery
- Animal or human bite to the hand
- Inability to make a fist or grip objects
- Wound with foreign object embedded
- Signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus)
How We Diagnose & Treat Hand Injuries
Our medical providers perform comprehensive evaluations including range of motion testing and neurovascular assessment. On-site X-ray imaging allows rapid diagnosis of fractures. We provide wound care, suturing, splinting, and prescriptions when needed. Physician-led care ensures proper treatment to prevent complications.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Diagnostic Capabilities
Recovery Timeline & Self-Care
Recovery varies by injury type. Minor sprains improve in 1-2 weeks, while fractures require 4-6 weeks. Keep the hand elevated above heart level to reduce swelling. Apply ice for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours during the first 48 hours. Follow splinting instructions carefully and avoid using the injured hand for heavy activities. Watch for increased pain, numbness, or color changes indicating circulation problems. Return for worsening symptoms or signs of infection. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. For urgent but non-emergency conditions, visit True Compassion Urgent Care at either our Palm Beach Gardens or Stuart location. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.
Available at Both Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
No appointment is necessary. We welcome walk-ins daily from 8am to 8pm at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations. For severe injuries with uncontrolled bleeding or complete loss of function, call 911 or go to the emergency room.
Yes, we have digital X-ray equipment on-site at both locations. Our medical providers can order and interpret hand X-rays during your visit, providing rapid diagnosis of fractures or dislocations. Results are typically available within minutes.
Yes, we provide wound care including suturing for lacerations. Our medical providers are experienced in hand wound repair and can handle most cuts requiring stitches. Deep cuts involving tendons or nerves may require referral to a hand specialist.
Yes, we diagnose and treat most finger fractures with splinting and immobilization. Complex fractures requiring surgical intervention will be referred to an orthopedic specialist, but we provide initial stabilization and pain management.
Bring your photo ID, insurance card if applicable, and a list of current medications. If your injury occurred at work, bring workers' compensation information. Remove jewelry from the injured hand before arrival if possible.
Go to the emergency room for: complete amputation of finger or hand, uncontrolled bleeding despite direct pressure, hand completely crushed or mangled, loss of blood flow (pale, cold, no pulse), or injury with severe contamination. We can handle most other hand injuries.
Most hand injuries require follow-up to monitor healing. We provide detailed instructions and can arrange follow-up visits at our clinic. Complex fractures or injuries requiring specialist care will receive appropriate referrals with coordination of your treatment plan.
Yes, we accept workers' compensation cases and provide the documentation needed for workplace injuries. We understand the importance of prompt treatment and proper documentation for occupational injuries.
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In case of a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Do not rely on this information for emergency medical treatment.
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Ready to Get Care?
Walk-ins welcome at both locations. Open daily 8am-8pm.