Concussion Clinic in South Carolina
Concussion Specialist in South Carolina
When To Seek Orthopedic Treatment for Concussions
When it comes to head injuries, time and expert evaluation are critical. At Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates’ Orthopedic Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinics, we offer prompt concussion assessments in a convenient walk-in setting. Whether you’ve experienced a sports injury, fall, or impact-related accident, our providers are trained to identify the signs of a concussion and guide you through the safest path to recovery.
If you’re experiencing vomiting, loss of consciousness, severe headache, extreme confusion, or other alarming symptoms, go to the nearest emergency room.
Urgent Care for Concussions in South Carolina
A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury, often caused by a direct blow to the head or a sudden jolt to the body that causes the brain to move within the skull. Symptoms may not always appear right away, and even mild concussions can lead to complications if left untreated. That’s why our urgent care team is ready to evaluate patients of all ages the same day symptoms arise, without the need for an appointment or emergency room visit.
Concussion Symptoms That Shouldn’t Be Ignored
Some of the most common signs of a concussion include headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, balance problems, memory issues, and sensitivity to light or sound. These symptoms can vary in severity and may worsen over time. If you or your child experiences any of these symptoms after a head injury, seeking immediate evaluation is essential. At our urgent care clinic, we provide a thorough neurological exam and assess symptoms on the spot, ensuring that any signs of a concussion are taken seriously from the start.
Specialized Evaluation by Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Providers
Our orthopedic providers are trained to assess injuries beyond broken bones. They understand how to evaluate brain-related trauma and determine whether imaging or further neurological evaluation is needed. If your concussion requires additional monitoring or follow-up, we streamline your care within our network of specialized healthcare providers.
Concussion Treatment and Recovery Guidance
Treatment for a concussion typically involves rest, symptom monitoring, and a gradual return to physical and cognitive activity. But every patient’s recovery is different. Our team creates a personalized care plan tailored to your symptoms and health history, providing detailed instructions for managing school, work, sports, and screen time restrictions. We also guide you on when it’s safe to return to normal activities and help coordinate follow-up care if symptoms persist.
Immediate Access to Concussion Care Without the ER
Concussions don’t always require a trip to the emergency room, especially when symptoms are mild or moderate. If you experience an increase in dizziness, confusion, vomiting, or loss of consciousness, go to your nearest emergency room immediately.
Our urgent care clinic offers a safe, efficient alternative, allowing you to skip the long wait and receive care from medical professionals who understand both the physical and neurological aspects of injury. With same-day evaluation and direct access to orthopedic and neurosurgical support, you can feel confident in the care you receive.
Common Sports Injuries and Specialties
Ligament Tears
Dislocations
Breaks, Fractures & Sprains
Muscle Tears
Orthopaedic Trauma
Concussions
Spine & Neck
Our highly-trained specialists provide treatment for many types of spine disorders. Our board-certified physicians have extensive medical training and use a holistic approach in diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.
Shoulder
Our specially-trained physicians provide advanced treatment for problems related to the shoulder, from chronic pain related to arthritis or other athletic injuries.
Elbow
Our specially-trained physicians provide advanced treatment for problems related to the elbow–from tennis elbow to chronic pain related to arthritis or other athletic injuries.
Hand & Wrist
We focus on applying advanced techniques in both operative and non-operative conditions of the hand and wrist to minimize pain, while restoring function.
Hip
Our board-certified hip physicians have extensive medical training in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions, illnesses and injuries involving the hip and its surrounding support structures.
Knee
We are dedicated to early identification and treatment of joint problems. Whenever possible, our physicians treat joint disorders through non-surgical options such as medication, therapy and splinting.
Foot & Ankle
Our Foot and Ankle Center offers some of the most advanced treatments and surgical techniques to relieve and even eliminate most foot and ankle pain and lower extremity problems.
Walk-In Concussion Assessment in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC
Whether your child took a hit on the field or you slipped and struck your head at home, our urgent care team is here to help. We accept walk-ins during all business hours and are proud to provide concussion evaluations for patients in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC, as well as the surrounding South Carolina communities. Trust Carolina Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Institute to deliver timely, compassionate care when a head injury needs expert attention.
Surgery is suggested only when all other options have been exhausted. Our Sports Medicine Center Experts are dedicated to treating patients with the most effective course of treatment available.
