When Your Child Suffers an Acute Injury, Our ER Doctors Are Here 24/7

Injuries are something nearly everyone deals with, the source of 24.8 million visits to the doctor and 25.5 million trips to the emergency room.

Accidents or acute injuries are a reality for children, and whether on the playground or in the house, your child is bound to experience one at some point. These injuries aren’t always serious but can get worse if not treated properly.

Minor scrapes can heal with at-home care, but others need medical attention. That’s where our pediatric emergency services come in.

If you live in or around Spring, Texas, and your child suffers an accident that needs medical attention, Dr. Kene Enekebe, Dr. Nicholas Atudonyang, and their dedicated medical staff at Memorial Springs ER can help any time of the day or night.

Active kids participate in a number of activities that can cause sudden injuries, including:

Running/jumping

Running and jumping are essential for most sports, but with that comes the risk of joint damage, especially if they have to pivot or quickly change direction.

Playing without proper equipment

Wearing the right equipment, such as proper shoes, helmets, knee and elbow pads, and mouthguards, can help athletes and other active youngsters avoid injury.

Falls/collisions

With running and jumping comes the risk of falling or colliding with other kids or objects, leading to a variety of injuries.

Here are some common injuries that kids experience:

• Sprains/strains: stretching of ligaments (sprains) or muscles (strains)
• Tears: severe sprains or strains can become tears and affect joint stability
• Dislocations: when a bone comes out of joint; can also cause stretching and tears
• Fractures: broken bones can be severe and require treatment — learn how to tell if it’s a break or a sprain
• Tendinitis: overuse injury affecting the tendons; can weaken and destabilize joints

These injuries often affect the wrists, elbows, knees, and ankles but can affect joints anywhere in the body. Head injuries from falls can also cause concussions, which require immediate evaluation.

The team at Memorial Springs ER offers a wide range of solutions for your child’s injuries, including:

• Bracing/casting: a brace, cast, or orthopedic boot can provide stability as injury heals
• Crutches: keep them mobile while avoiding putting their full weight on their legs
• Slings/splints: slings stabilize the arms, and splints can be used for the arms and legs
• Fracture care: treatment depends on the extent of the damage
• Physical therapy: exercises to help rehabilitate the injured body part

Accidents can happen at any time, and when they do, you need access to emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If your child’s injury involves a deep cut, they may need stitches. Call Memorial Springs ER at 346-594-9301 or simply walk into the office.