Don’t Let a Slip and Fall Ruin Your Holiday: When to Visit Our Fast Track Clinic

A fall can happen in seconds, but getting the right care shouldn’t take hours. This holiday season, skip the ER and head to our Fast Track Clinic for expert, same-day orthopedic care.

The holiday season is full of activity, from decorating and shopping to cooking and enjoying family gatherings. But with the added bustle comes an increased risk of accidents. Slipping on wet pavement, missing a step, or twisting your ankle while hanging lights can happen in seconds.

When an injury strikes, fast and proper care can make the difference between a quick recovery and lingering pain that lasts well into the new year.

At Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada, our Fast Track Clinic gives you immediate access to orthopedic care for recent injuries. It’s the only orthopedic walk-in clinic of its kind in the area, designed to help you skip long emergency room waits and high costs while getting specialized treatment right away.

Why see an orthopedic specialist instead of going to the ER?

Most slip-and-fall injuries involve bones, joints, or muscles, not life-threatening emergencies. In the ER, you might wait for hours only to be referred to an orthopedic specialist later. That means more time, more appointments, and often higher bills. Not to mention less time enjoying the holidays.

At our Fast Track Clinic, you get direct access to orthopedic providers who understand bone and joint injuries. We can diagnose and treat the problem on the spot. With on-site X-rays, ultrasound, and physical therapy, you’ll get fast answers and a practical plan without extra steps.

When to visit the Fast Track Clinic

Our Fast Track Clinic is for recent injuries that occurred within the past few days. You should visit if you have:

A twisted ankle or knee after a fall
A painful or swollen wrist, hand, or shoulder
A suspected fracture or dislocation
A muscle strain or ligament sprain
Sudden back or neck pain after lifting or slipping

Even if the pain seems minor at first, untreated injuries can worsen or lead to long-term joint problems. Getting evaluated right away helps prevent chronic pain and promotes faster healing.

When to go to the emergency room instead

If you’re bleeding, have a visible bone protrusion, or think you’ve suffered a head injury, go to the nearest emergency room right away. The Fast Track Clinic treats orthopedic injuries, not emergencies involving active bleeding or severe trauma.

What to expect during your visit

When you arrive, a physician assistant will examine your injury and order X-rays if needed. You’ll receive a diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your situation. If your condition requires a specialist, we’ll arrange a referral to one of our board-certified orthopedic physicians, often the very next day.

We recommend bringing any recent X-rays from another facility to avoid repeating imaging.

Get back to enjoying your holiday

The holidays are no time to be sidelined by an injury. Quick, expert care can help you heal faster and avoid complications. Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center’s Fast Track Clinic is ready to help you get back on your feet.

If you’ve been injured, walk into our Las Vegas or Henderson location, or call ahead. Don’t let a slip or fall put your holiday plans on hold; get the right care, quickly.