ACUTE INJURY CLINIC
Acute Injury Clinic
Prompt, specialist care for recent sprains, strains and fractures
Our emergency physicians and orthopaedic surgeon assess and treat new injuries, then guide your recovery so you can return to work, sport and daily life.
1–2 weeks
from referral to first visit
Emergency medicine and orthopaedic expertise in one clinic
IS THIS CLINIC RIGHT FOR YOU?
Who we see
A referral from your family doctor, walk-in clinic, emergency department, specialist or nurse practitioner is required.
Adults 18 and older with a recent musculoskeletal injury
Sports, work (WSIB) and motor-vehicle injuries
Injuries that don’t need emergency surgery
YOUR SAFETY FIRST
Go to emergency instead if…
You have a cut that needs stitches
You may have injured a blood vessel
Your injury likely needs urgent surgery
You have an abdominal or pelvic injury
If in doubt, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911.
WHAT WE TREAT
Injuries we commonly see
Shoulder
Sprains and strains, AC joint sprains, rotator cuff problems, osteoarthritis and biceps tears.
Elbow, wrist & hand
Tennis and golfer’s elbow, stable radial head fractures, sprains, tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Hip & thigh
Groin, hamstrings, gluteal and quadriceps strains, osteoarthritis and bursitis.
Knee & leg
Sprains, meniscal tears, patellofemoral pain, osteoarthritis and shin splints.
Ankle & foot
Sprains, Achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis.
Neck, back & head
Whiplash, acute back strain, stable spine fractures without red flags, and concussion.
HOW WE HELP
Specialist assessment, then a recovery plan
Assessment by an emergency physician, with orthopaedic surgery input when needed
Review of X-rays, ultrasound or other imaging
Pain management, including injections where appropriate
A return-to-activity plan, with physiotherapy in our building
Monitoring for pain that persists, with direct access to our Chronic Pain Clinic
WHAT TO EXPECT
From injury to recovery
2
Assessment
You’re seen within 1–2 weeks by a physician experienced in injury care.
3
Treatment plan
We treat your injury and give you clear rehab guidance.
4
Follow-up
We see you until you’re back to your activities.
COST & COVERAGE
What’s covered
PHYSICIAN VISITS
OHIP
Covered with a referral and a valid Ontario health card.
WORK INJURIES
WSIB
We can bill WSIB for work-related injuries.
CAR ACCIDENTS
Auto insurance
Covers certain procedures and allied health sessions.
COMMON QUESTIONS
FAQ
Can I come straight here after an injury?
We need a referral first, and we don’t take walk-ins. For urgent injuries, go to the emergency department or urgent care.
Do I need an X-ray first?
For most suspected fractures and joint injuries, yes. Your doctor will arrange it with the referral.
What if my injury doesn’t get better?
If pain persists beyond the expected healing time, our chronic pain physicians can take over your care without a new referral.
Get back to what you do
Ask your doctor for a referral, or use our request form and we’ll contact your doctor for you.
