Muscle strains, fractured bones and sprained ligaments can hurt in similar ways, making it difficult to know what kind of injury you have. It’s important to have an injury properly diagnosed so that the right treatment is applied and you recover from your injury quickly, without complications. We have a mobile x-ray machine available at most centers so we can bring the x-ray machine straight into your exam room!
X-ray imaging services
Twisted ankle? Funky landing on your wrist? Don’t let your injury get worse. We have x-ray capabilities at most centers. Available 7 days a week, including holidays.
Common reasons for an x-ray at GoHealth Urgent Care
Although x-rays are typically used to diagnosis injuries, there are other common reasons why someone may need an x-ray:
- Sprained/Fractured Ankles and Wrists
- Chest Cold and Cough
- Pneumonia
- Smashed Hands/Fingers and Feet/Toes
- Twisted Knee or Elbow
- Sports Injuries
- Trips and Falls
- Motor Vehicle Accidents (No Fault)
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