Participating in school, recreational and competitive sports is a great way to stay active. But even experienced athletes can get hurt during games, practice or workouts.
At Alamo City Urgent Care, we provide sports injury urgent care in San Antonio for athletes, active adults and student athletes who need fast evaluation and treatment. Our team focuses on helping you recover safely and return to your support as soon as possible.
Common sports injuries we treat
Sports injuries often involve sudden impact, overuse or quick changes in direction. We treat a wide range of athletic injuries, including:
Sprains & strains
Sprains and strains are common in athletes, especially in the ankles, knees and shoulders. These injuries often happen during running, jumping, pivoting or contact play.
Fractures & stress fractures
High-impact sports and repetitive training can lead to broken bones or stress fractures. Runners, basketball players and football athletes are expecially at risk.
Contusions & bruising
Direct blows during contact sports can cause deep bruising and swelling. While some bruises heal on their own, others require evaluation to rule out more serious injury.
Cuts, lacerations & abrasions
Falls and collisions during sports can lead to open wounds. We clean and treat cuts properly to reduce the risk of infection and support faster healing.
Mild concussions
Head injuries should never be ignored. If you or your child experiences headache, dizziness, confusion or sensitivity to light after a hit to the head, visit us for an evaluation. Severe symptoms require immediate emergency care.
Sports injuries by activity
Running & track injuries
Distance runners and track athletes often experience shin splints, stress fractures, knee pain and ankle instability. We perform thorough exams and when needed, use on-site X-ray imaging to rule out fractures.
Contact sport injuries
Football, basketball, soccer and wrestling frequently lead to sprains, fractures, shoulder injuries and knee injuries. Quick diagnosis helps prevent long-term complications and supports a safe return to play.
Court & racket sport injuries
Tennis, volleyball and pickleball players commonly experience wrist strain, elbow pain, shoulder discomfort and ankle sprains. Early evaluation can prevent minor injuries from becoming more serious.
Treating student athletes in San Antonio
We understand how important sports are for students and families in San Antonio. Middle school and high school athletes often need fast evaluation after a practice or game injury.
We also provide required physical exams for school athletics. If your child needs clearance before participating, learn more about our school, sports and camp physicals.
How we diagnose & treat sports injuries
On-site X-ray imaging
Our clinics offer advanced diagnostics tools to evaluate bone and joint injuries. When needed, we perform X-rays during your visit to determine whether a fracture or dislocation is present.
Splints, braces & compression
Depending on your injury, we may provide braces, splints, compression wraps or crutches to protect and support the injured area while it heals.
Recovery guidance & return-to-sport clearance
Returning to sports too soon after injury can increase the risk of re-injury. We provide guidance on rest, activity increases and when it’s safe to resume your favorite sport or activity.
Injury prevention tips for athletes
While injuries cannot always be avoided, athletes can reduce their risk by:
- Warming up before physical activity
- Stretching major muscle groups
- Wearing properly fitting protective equipment
- Resting between intense workouts
- Staying hydrated before, during and after physical activity
Walk in for sports injury care — no appointment needed
If you get injured during a game, practice or workout and experience pain, swelling or limited movement, visit one of our San Antonio locations for evaluation. Our clinics welcome walk-in visits from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
