Fractures, Trauma & Sports Injuries · Columbia clinic
Fractures, Trauma & Sports Injuries treatment in Columbia, TN
Broken bones, stress fractures, turf toe, and running injuries, treated by doctors who want you back on your feet safely. Care is available at our Columbia clinic, 1215 Hatcher Lane.
Fractures, Trauma & Sports Injuries care in Columbia
Understanding fractures, trauma, and sports injuries, and how we help in Columbia.
Looking for fractures, trauma, and sports injuries care in Columbia? Our Columbia clinic at 1215 Hatcher Lane offers exams, treatment, and follow up for fractures, trauma, and sports injuries, so you can get help close to home.
Feet and ankles take hard hits from falls, twists, dropped objects, and years of running. A crack in a bone may start small and grow if you keep walking on it, and a puncture wound can bring in germs that cause infection.
This group covers acute injuries and overuse injuries in adults, children, and athletes, from broken toes and ankle fractures to stress fractures, turf toe, shin splints, and wounds.
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Conditions we treat
7 conditions we care for in Columbia.
Pick a condition to read more. All are treated at our Columbia clinic.
Fractures and dislocations
Sports and overuse
Symptoms
Signs of fractures, trauma, and sports injuries.
If you notice any of these signs and you live near Columbia, a visit can bring clear answers.
- 01
Sudden pain, swelling, and bruising after a fall, twist, or impact
- 02
Trouble putting weight on the foot
- 03
Pain at one spot on a bone that grows with activity
- 04
A deformed or misaligned foot or toe
- 05
A wound, splinter, or object stuck in the foot
Why it happens
Common causes of fractures, trauma, and sports injuries.
- 01
Falls, twists, and sports collisions
- 02
Overuse and doing too much too soon
- 03
Worn shoes or hard surfaces
- 04
Weak bones
- 05
Heavy objects, machinery, or vehicle accidents
- 06
Stepping on nails, glass, or other sharp objects
Diagnosis and care
How we treat fractures, trauma, and sports injuries in Columbia.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We ask how the injury happened and check swelling, bruising, and the ability to bear weight. Digital X-rays in our offices give quick answers on most fractures and dislocations. For stress fractures and Lisfranc injuries we may order MRI or CT. Wounds are cleaned, checked for objects, and treated to prevent infection.
Step 2 · Treatment
Many fractures heal well with a boot, cast, or special shoe and careful protection from weight. Stress fractures need rest from the activity that caused them. Turf toe and shin splints respond to rest, taping, orthotics, and a slow return to sport. We clean and dress wounds, remove foreign bodies, and give tetanus and infection care when needed.
Some injuries, including displaced fractures, Lisfranc injuries, and fractures that do not heal, need surgery to hold the bones in position. Our fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeons explain the plan and support your recovery and return to play.
Your visit
What to expect at our Columbia clinic.
Your visit for fractures, trauma, and sports injuries in Columbia is simple and friendly. Here is how it works.
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Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk. Everything happens at our Columbia clinic.
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Clear diagnosis
Same visit X-rays when needed, so you get answers without waiting.
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A plan for you
We start with the gentlest options that work, with follow ups close to home in Columbia.
Recovery
What to expect after fractures, trauma, and sports injuries care.
Toe and simple foot fractures often need about six weeks. Stress fractures often need six to eight weeks or more. More serious injuries take longer. We give you clear milestones for weight bearing, therapy, and return to sport.
When to book: Get care right away if you cannot bear weight, the foot looks out of shape, you see a bone or deep wound, or you have a puncture wound. See us soon for any pain in one spot of the foot that keeps growing with activity.
Prevention
Tips to keep it from coming back.
- Build up training slowly
- Wear shoes made for your activity and replace them on time
- Warm up and cross train
- Eat enough calcium and vitamin D
- Wear closed shoes on job sites and in the yard
How do I know if it is a sprain or a break?
They can feel the same. Pain over a bone, heavy bruising, and trouble putting weight down are warning signs. An X-ray gives a clear answer.
Can I keep running with a stress fracture?
No. Running can turn a small crack into a full break. Rest and a proper plan get you back sooner.
What is a Lisfranc injury?
It is an injury to the joints in the middle of the foot. It can look like a simple sprain but often needs a careful exam and sometimes surgery.
Where can I get fractures, trauma, and sports injuries treated near Columbia, TN?
Our Columbia clinic is at 1215 Hatcher Lane, Columbia, TN 38401. Our podiatrists treat fractures, trauma, and sports injuries for children and adults there. Call 615-220-8788 to book.
How do I book a fractures, trauma, and sports injuries visit in Columbia?
Call the Columbia clinic at 615-220-8788, or book online on our website. Tell us about your symptoms and we will find a time that works for you.
Columbia clinic
Get help with fractures, trauma, and sports injuries in Columbia.
1215 Hatcher Lane, Columbia, TN 38401
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