Tucson Orthopaedic Institute, P. C.

Bones, joints and muscles get a workout in everyday life. When they break, sprain or become painful, it may be time to see an orthopaedic specialist. The medical team at Tucson Orthopaedic Institute includes skilled, experienced orthopaedic surgeons and non-surgical orthopaedic specialists in preventive/occupational medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation, and podiatry. The team works together to address each person’s concerns individually and expertly.

To arrange a consultation with an orthopaedic specialist, or to be seen by the Institute’s Same Day Fracture Clinic, please call one of our three convenient offices.

	Frequently treated injuries
	• Broken bones and dislocations • Hand or foot trauma	• Torn ligaments and tendons • Other urgent orthopaedic injuries
	Long-standing conditions, non-urgent surgery candidates and simple sprains are seen on a next available basis.

How do I know if it’s broken?
Usually, you will know immediately if you’ve broken a bone. You may hear a snap or cracking sound. The area around the fracture will be tender and swollen and hot to the touch. A limb may be deformed, or a part of the bone may puncture through the skin.

	More information
	• Broken Arm • Broken Ankle • Fractures	• Care of Casts and Splints • Growth plate fractures

• Cuidado de un yeso o una férula (Care of casts and splints)
• Las fracturas (Fractures)
• Fracturas de los codos en los niños (Elbow Fractures in Children)
• Fracturas del Antebrazo en los Niños (Forearm Fractures in Children)
• Glosarios de exámenes generales de diagnóstico ortopédico (Diagnostic)
• Rotura de tobillo (Broken Ankle)

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