Palos Urgent Care

Sprain or broken bone? An exam and X-ray can tell.

After a fall or a twist, it can be hard to tell a sprain from a broken bone. A provider can examine the injury, and X-rays are done on site.

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Urgent care

Sprains and possible broken bones

A sprain is a stretched or torn ligament, the tough band that holds a joint together. A broken bone, also called a fracture, can cause the same pain, swelling and bruising. An exam, and an X-ray when needed, shows which one you have.

Have an injury checked if

You cannot put weight on it or use it normally
There is marked swelling or bruising
It hurts when you press on the bone
You heard or felt a pop or snap
The pain is not improving after a few days

A bone showing through the skin, a limb that looks deformed, numb, cold or blue, heavy bleeding, or an injury to the head, neck, back or hip? Call 911 or go to the emergency room. Do not try to move the limb.

What to expect

Walk in
No appointment is needed. Keep the injured area still and supported on the way.
Exam and X-ray
A provider examines the injury and orders an X-ray in the clinic if one is needed.
A plan
The provider explains what the injury is, how to protect it and whether you need to see a bone specialist.

Your doctor

Nada Elmakshbr, MD

Internal Medicine · Primary care and women's health

Cost and insurance

Call with your insurance card so we can check your specific plan. Without insurance, an office visit is $120 and an X-ray is $50. Our other self-pay prices are below.

Medicare
Illinois Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Humana

Not sure about your plan? Call (708) 529-7109 and we will check.

Self-pay prices

Office visit: $120
Visit with flu, COVID and strep tests: $145
Visit with urine test: $145
X-ray: $50
Stitches: from $220
School or sports physical: $30
Work or college physical: $70
Flu shot: $40

Common questions

How can I tell a sprain from a broken bone?

Often you cannot tell by how it looks or feels. An exam, and an X-ray when needed, gives the answer.

If I can move it, can it still be broken?

Yes. Some broken bones still allow movement, so have the injury checked if pain or swelling is significant.

What should I do before I come in?

Rest the injury, apply a cold pack wrapped in a cloth and keep it raised if you can.

Will I need to see a specialist?

Some injuries do. The provider tells you if you need follow-up with a bone specialist.

Can you see my child for an injury?

For babies and young children, please call first at (708) 529-7109.

Sprains and possible broken bones in Palos Hills.