Sprains and Strains

Sprain or Strain? Get Fast Treatment at Our Bear, Delaware Urgent Care

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If you’ve twisted an ankle, pulled a muscle, or hurt yourself while walking or playing sports, you may have a sprain or strain. Our walk-in urgent care in Bear, DE provides quick, expert care for these common injuries — no appointment needed.

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Can Urgent Care Treat Sprains and Strains?

Yes! Our urgent care providers can:

• Diagnose your injury

• Perform X-rays if needed to check for broken bones

• Provide splints, wraps, or compression bandages

• Recommend at-home care or specialist referrals if necessary

We treat sprains (ligament injuries) and strains (muscle or tendon injuries) right in our clinic — fast and affordably.

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Signs You May Have a Sprain or Strain:

• Swelling and pain around a joint or muscle

• Bruising or tenderness

• Trouble moving the affected area

• Muscle spasms or weakness

Sprains usually involve bruising and joint pain (like ankles or wrists).
Strains often cause muscle spasms or soreness, especially in the back or legs.

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Pulled Muscle vs. Torn Muscle:

• Pulled muscle: Mild pain, tightness, or discomfort — usually heals with R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)

• Torn muscle: Sharp pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty using the muscle — may need surgery or physical therapy

We can assess your injury and refer you to an orthopedic specialist if a torn muscle is suspected.

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When to Visit Urgent Care:

Come to our Bear, DE clinic if you:

• Can’t walk or use the joint without pain

• See swelling, bruising, or deformity

• Don’t feel better after home treatment

• Want peace of mind with an expert evaluation

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Walk in today for sprain or strain treatment in Bear, Delaware. We’re open 7 days a week and here to help you heal fast — so you can get back to doing what you love.