Slip and Fall

What is a slip and fall?

A slip and fall might occur after stepping on something slippery or tripping over an object. Some stumbles don’t cause injuries, while others contribute to mild, moderate, or severe pain when not treated. 

Everyone falls occasionally. See the Synchrony Medical Group as soon as possible after a slip and fall. 

What can cause a slip and fall?

Slips and falls can happen because of:

• Aging
• Poor balance
• Muscle weakness
• Walking on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Playing sports
• Physically demanding job
• Passing out
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Vision problems 
• Neurological impairment
• Tripping on something
• Poor-fitting shoes

Comfortable shoes and avoiding slippery surfaces can reduce the risk of slips and falls. If you need a cane, handrails, or other assistive devices, use them as recommended.

Which symptoms can a slip and fall cause?

A slip and fall can cause the following symptoms of an injury:

• Confusion
• Dizziness
• Sharp pain
• Aching
• Swelling
• Stiffness
• Bruising
• Warmth
• Redness
• Weakness
• Reduced joint range of motion
• Limited mobility
• Back, neck, or joint pain

Concussions, fractures, and joint injuries are common after slips and falls. Don’t ignore pain after a slip and fall, especially if your discomfort is severe or long-lasting. The Synchrony Medical Group experts are here to ease your discomfort and maximize healing. 

How is a slip and fall injury diagnosed?

Diagnosing a slip and fall injury at Synchrony Medical Group consists of a physical exam and discussion about your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and treatment preferences. 

Your provider might order blood testing, X-rays, a CT scan, an MRI, or another diagnostic procedure to pinpoint your injury and how to best treat it. 

What are my treatment options for slip and fall injuries?

The Synchrony Medical Group offers numerous nonsurgical pain management and surgical pain-reducing solutions. Examples include:

• Watchful waiting
• Physical therapy
• Bracing 
• Ice or heat
• Lifestyle changes
• Medications
• Corticosteroid injections
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Spinal cord stimulation 
• Orthopedic spine surgery
• Spinal manipulation 

It’s vital to get plenty of sleep, alter physical activity when necessary, eat nutritious foods, and avoid smoking to optimize healing. 

For minor injuries, home remedies or physical therapy may be all you need to recover fully. Other times, injections, PRP, or surgery are the best way to maximize healing and achieve long-lasting relief.

Schedule an evaluation at the Synchrony Medical Group by phone or request one online today for relief after a slip and fall.