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When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention.
✅ Severe pain, swelling, or bruising that worsens over time.
✅ Inability to bear weight on a limb or use a joint normally.
✅ A popping or snapping sound at the time of injury (possible ligament tear).
✅ Joint instability or deformity (dislocation, fracture).
✅ Head injury with dizziness, nausea, confusion, or loss of consciousness.
✅ Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the limbs (possible nerve damage).
✅ Excessive bleeding or an open wound exposing bone/muscle.
Common Severe Injuries That Require Emergency Care:
✅ Complete ligament tears (ACL, Achilles rupture, MCL).
✅ Fractures and suspected broken bones.
✅ Dislocations that need medical realignment.
✅ Concussions with worsening symptoms.
✅ Internal injuries (suspected organ damage, blood in urine).