Lacerations are deep cuts or tears that reach the fatty tissue, while abrasions are surface-level scratches or scrapes. We evaluate the depth and length of the wound to determine the safest closure method.
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Burns
Burns require immediate attention to minimize tissue damage, ease pain, and prevent infection. We assess the severity of the burn to provide immediate relief and long-term care plans.
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Bruises
Severe bruising indicates bleeding under the skin. We evaluate the area to rule out deeper damage and provide care to ease swelling and pain.
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Falls
Falls can cause hidden fractures, joint trauma, or head injuries. We evaluate your condition to ensure there are no serious underlying conditions requiring immediate intervention.
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Lingering Injuries
Most injuries begin improving within two weeks. If an injury is not healing, swelling continues, or pain persists, we evaluate the site to determine the next best step.
Treatment Options & Next Steps
Wound Cleaning & Disinfecting
Proper cleaning is the first step to healing. We use medical-grade disinfectants to flush out dirt and bacteria, preventing infection before it starts.
Stitches & Wound Closure
Deep cuts that cannot heal on their own are carefully stitched to stop bleeding, close the skin edges, and accelerate your recovery.
Protective Dressings
Additional testing may be needed if your wound hasn’t healed. After six weeks, you may need a blood flow test to determine the cause.
Specialized Burn Care
We use formulated solutions and medical creams to rapidly cool the burn, stop the burning process, and protect your skin from dehydration.
Diagnostics & Additional Testing
If a wound or injury hasn’t healed properly over time, we may order further diagnostics—such as blood flow tests—to uncover the root cause.
Surgical & Specialist Referrals
If our evaluation determines that your injury is severe, complicated by other health factors, or requires surgery, we will provide a full consultation and seamlessly refer you to our network of trusted specialists.
Skip the long waits. Physician’s Injury Clinic in Edinburg offers fast, professional surgical consultation so you can be treated and get back to your day in about 30 minutes.