URGENT ORTHOPEDIC & WALK IN CARE
IN MEMPHIS (Briarcrest Ave.)
OrthoSouth Briarcrest Ave.
Walk In and Urgent Orthopedic Care
Memphis Orthopedic Clinic
6286 Briarcrest Ave.
Suite 200
Memphis, TN 38120
Clinic Hours:
M-TH: 8 AM - 8 PM | F: 8 AM - 4 PM
Walk-In Hours:
M-TH: 8 AM - 8 PM | F: 8 AM - 4 PM
Why OrthoSouth Urgent Orthopedic Care?
OrthoSouth Urgent Care features dedicated orthopedic specialists available for immediate consultation when you have an urgent orthopedic injury. Skip the ER, long wait times, and crowded waiting rooms. Walk in for a 5-star urgent orthopedic care experience, right here in East Memphis.
Decreased Wait Times
Less Expensive than an ER visit
Advanced imaging and diagnostic technology available onsite
Easy transition to subspecialty care for treatment and follow-up
5-star customer service in an urgent care setting
When to Seek Orthopedic Urgent Care
At OrthoSouth in East Memphis, we understand that orthopedic injuries can happen suddenly and often when you least expect them. When that happens, knowing where to turn for care can play an important role in your recovery. Whether you have rolled an ankle, developed sudden joint pain, or suspect a minor fracture, getting evaluated quickly can help you move forward with the right treatment. That is why we want to help you understand when orthopedic urgent care may be the right choice and why it can be a better option than the emergency room for many bone, joint, and muscle injuries.
Orthopedic urgent care is meant for injuries and conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons that need prompt attention but are not life-threatening emergencies. You may benefit from visiting our East Memphis orthopedic clinic on Briarcrest Ave. if you are dealing with:
Sprains and strains
Injuries to ligaments or muscles that may cause pain, swelling, bruising, or limited movement, such as a sprained ankle, wrist, or elbow, or a strained hamstring.
Minor fractures and breaks
Small bone fractures that do not involve severe deformity or open wounds, including broken wrists or suspected upper arm fractures.
Joint dislocations
Joints that have shifted out of place and may need prompt orthopedic evaluation.
Sports injuries
Issues such as tendonitis, bursitis, or minor tears that need timely diagnosis and treatment, especially after physical activity.
Back or neck pain
Sudden pain without concerning symptoms like numbness or weakness, including lower back pain, neck pain, or SI joint pain. Visiting our urgent care or walk-in locations can be an easy way to get triaged and scheduled with the OrthoSouth Spine Institute quickly.
Ongoing joint pain or swelling
Pain or swelling that develops quickly but is not tied to a major injury.
Other orthopedic concerns
If you think you may have a finger fracture, elbow injury, plantar fasciitis, toe or foot fracture, pulled muscle, or torn ligament, our East Memphis urgent orthopedic care team is here to help.
When to Visit the ER Instead of Orthopedic Urgent Care
You should choose the ER instead of orthopedic urgent care if you experience severe injuries such as open fractures, heavy bleeding, loss of consciousness, or chest pain, which require immediate life-saving intervention. Orthopedic urgent care is best for non-life-threatening issues like sprains, minor fractures, and joint pain that need prompt but specialized orthopedic attention. When in doubt about the severity of your injury, seeking emergency care ensures you receive the critical treatment you need without delay.
