Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Fractures or Dislocations Treatment

Call 911 if:

1. Stop Bleeding, if Necessary

 

2. Splint the Area, if Possible

 

3. Reduce Swelling and Prevent Injury

 

4. Manage Pain and Inflammation

 

 

5. Get Medical Help As Soon as Possible

6. Follow Up

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Andrew Seibert, MD on October 02, 2011