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Instead of going to the er for an x-ray for a arm do urgent cares have everything for a broken or bruised or sprained wrist?

Q: instead of going to the er for an x-ray for a arm do urgent cares have everything for a broken or bruised or sprained wrist?

: Please describe your injury, how and when did you hurt your wrist? Ice, to reduce swelling, a splint to support and reduce movement during healing may be indicated. An x ray is obtained by assessment as indicated. Please see a physician and a Healthtap consultation is available.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Please describe your injury, how and when did you hurt your wrist? Ice, to reduce swelling, a splint to support and reduce movement during healing may be indicated. An x ray is obtained by assessment as indicated. Please see a physician and a Healthtap consultation is available.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/28/2022

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A member asked:

Instead of going to the er for an x-ray for a arm do urgent cares have everything for a broken or bruised or sprained wrist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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