24/7 FRACTURE & X-RAY CARE
Broken Bone & Fracture ER in Houston — X-Ray Available 24/7
If you think you’ve broken a bone—severe pain, swelling, a limb that looks bent, or you can’t put weight on it—get it evaluated in an emergency room. The Heights Emergency Room in Houston is open 24/7 with digital X-ray and CT on site, and walk-ins are welcome.
Open 24/7 • Walk-Ins Welcome • No Appointment Required
WHAT WE OFFER
Emergency Care for Broken Bones, Day or Night
Open 24/7, Even Holidays
Injuries happen on nights and weekends. We are open every hour of every day.
Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment or referral is needed for injury evaluation.
Digital X-Ray On Site
Imaging to look for fractures when your physician orders it.
CT When Needed
CT for complex or hard-to-see fractures when clinically indicated.
Splinting & Pain Relief
Splints to protect the injury and medication for pain when appropriate.
Near Houston Heights
101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, on the North Loop.
Deformity, severe swelling, or trouble using a limb deserve an X-ray.
FRACTURE WARNING SIGNS
When Should You Go to the ER for a Broken Bone?
Go to the ER for an injury with severe pain, rapid swelling, a visible deformity, numbness or tingling, or an inability to move the limb or bear weight. Get help right away if bone is visible through the skin, the limb below the injury is cold or pale, or the injury came from a high-force accident.
Get emergency care for an injury with:
- A limb that looks bent or out of place
- Bone visible through the skin
- Numbness, tingling, or a cold, pale hand or foot
- Inability to bear weight or move a joint
- Swelling or bruising that spreads quickly
- A snap or grinding sound at the time of injury
- Pain over the spine, hip, or pelvis after a fall
- A wound over the injured area
PATIENT REVIEWS
What Patients Say About The Heights Emergency Room
4.7
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Based on 664 Google reviews (as of October 2026)
Patients frequently mention a welcoming atmosphere and a clean facility.
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Erika M. on Google
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My sister went into anaphylactic shock while at work and her airway started to close. When we walked in the receptionist took one look at her swelling and ushered us to a medical suite. … I am immensely grateful to the care staff here. Their professionalism and efficiency went a long way to keep my sister calm during the whole process.
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Kendi on Google
★★★★★
I had a great experience at The Heights Emergency Room after a head injury. … Dr. Zahid was very thorough in his evaluation and took the time to explain everything clearly. … I’m very grateful for the excellent care I received and would highly recommend The Heights Emergency Room!
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Ahson W. on Google
★★★★★
Very good service. I brought my son here and they very quickly attended to him. … Abdullah took my son’s blood and Pablo administered the CT scan. … Dr. Khan explained the results thoroughly and professionally.
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Michelle R. on Google
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I had a great experience at this ER. The facility was very clean, and the staff was attentive, professional, and compassionate. They took the time to listen to my concerns and made sure all of my needs were addressed. I felt well cared for throughout my visit.
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Samantha M. on Google
★★★★★
The staff here are amazing!! I had an embarrassing and painful health issue. … This staff made me feel so comfortable and supported through the pain, I didn’t feel embarrassed. … I left feeling heard, educated, and 1000% better!
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The Heights Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. No appointment needed.
Reviews reflect individual patient experiences; care and outcomes vary.
Think You Broke a Bone?
The Heights Emergency Room is open 24/7 with digital X-ray on site and no appointment needed.
For major trauma, a possible spine injury, or heavy bleeding, call 911.
On This Page
Possible Fracture? We’re Open 24/7
Emergency evaluation is available day and night at The Heights Emergency Room.
Signs of a Broken Bone
Fractures range from hairline cracks to bones that are completely out of place. Common signs include:
- Sharp pain focused over one spot
- Swelling and bruising around the injury
- Pain that worsens when you move or press on the area
- Difficulty using or putting weight on the limb
- A visible bump, bend, or shortening of the limb
Some fractures, such as a wrist (scaphoid) fracture, may not show clearly on the first X-ray.
What to Do Before You Get to the ER
Simple first aid can reduce pain and prevent further damage on the way.
Before you arrive
- Keep the injured area still; don’t try to straighten it
- Support it with a pillow, rolled towel, or sling
- Apply ice wrapped in a cloth for up to 20 minutes
- Remove rings, watches, or tight jewelry nearby
- Cover any open wound with a clean cloth
Open Fractures and Wounds Over a Break
When a broken bone pierces the skin, or a wound sits directly over a fracture, the risk of bone infection rises.
Open fractures need prompt emergency care, wound cleaning, antibiotics, and usually orthopedic surgery. Control bleeding with firm pressure around—not on—any exposed bone, and call 911 for heavy bleeding. For cuts without a fracture, see our cuts and wounds page.
Numbness, Tingling, or a Cold Limb
A fracture or dislocation can press on nerves or blood vessels.
A hand or foot that is numb, tingling, pale, blue, or cold below the injury needs immediate evaluation. Severe pain that keeps increasing in a swollen arm or leg—especially pain out of proportion to the injury—can signal compartment syndrome, a surgical emergency.
Can’t Put Weight on Your Leg?
Being unable to take four steps on an injured leg or ankle is one of the signs physicians use to decide that an X-ray is needed.
Tenderness over the bony knobs of the ankle or along the outer edge of the foot near the little toe also points toward a possible fracture.
Falls in Older Adults
A fall from standing height can break a hip, wrist, or vertebra in someone with thinning bones (osteoporosis).
After a fall, an older adult who can’t stand, has groin or hip pain, has a leg that looks shorter or turned outward, or hit their head should be evaluated in the ER. Blood thinners raise the risk of bleeding after any fall; see our head injury page.
CHILDREN
Broken Bones in Children
Children’s bones are still growing, and injuries near the growth plates at the ends of long bones need careful evaluation.
A child who won’t use an arm, refuses to walk, or cries when a limb is touched may have a fracture even without obvious swelling. We have a patient room dedicated to children; learn more about our pediatric emergency care.
YOUR ER VISIT
What Happens When You Visit the ER for a Possible Fracture?
The physician examines the injury, checks circulation, sensation, and movement below it, and decides which imaging is needed.
Digital X-Ray
X-rays are the standard first test for most suspected fractures and are usually taken from more than one angle.
CT When Needed
CT may be used for complex fractures or areas that are hard to see on X-ray, such as some hip, spine, or facial injuries.
Splinting & Pain Relief
A splint protects the injury and eases pain. Pain medication may be given, and most fractures are followed up by an orthopedic specialist.
Not every injury needs every test. If a fracture needs surgery or specialist treatment, the team arranges transfer or follow-up.
Common Causes of Broken Bones
Fractures happen when a bone takes more force than it can absorb. Common causes include:
Falls
Falls from standing height, ladders, or stairs, especially in older adults with weaker bones.
Sports Injuries
Twisting, collisions, and awkward landings in football, soccer, basketball, and skating.
Vehicle Accidents
High-force crashes can cause multiple or severe fractures that need trauma evaluation.
Weakened Bones
Osteoporosis, repetitive stress, and some medical conditions allow bones to break with less force.
This list is general information, not a diagnosis. For ligament injuries, see our sprains and strains page.
QUICK ANSWERS
Broken Bone Questions, Answered
Should I go to the ER for a possible broken bone?
Yes, if the injury causes severe pain, swelling, deformity, numbness, or trouble moving the limb or bearing weight. An emergency room can take X-rays, check circulation and nerves, splint the injury, and manage pain. Call 911 instead for bone through the skin, a cold or pale limb, heavy bleeding, or a possible neck or back injury.
Where can I get an emergency X-ray near Houston Heights?
The Heights Emergency Room at 101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, has digital X-ray on site and is open 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. No appointment is needed, and you can check in online.
Should I go to urgent care or the ER for a suspected fracture?
For a minor injury, such as a sore finger or toe you can still use, an urgent care with X-ray may be enough. Choose the ER for a deformed limb, severe pain, numbness, a wound over the injury, a hip or pelvis injury, a high-force accident, or a fall where you also hit your head.
What if I cannot put weight on an injured leg?
Being unable to bear weight on an injured leg, ankle, or foot is a common reason physicians order an X-ray. Keep weight off the leg, support it, apply ice wrapped in a cloth, and have someone take you to the ER. Call 911 if the leg is deformed, cold, or numb, or after a serious fall.
Where should I go after a serious fall in Houston?
After a serious fall—from a ladder, roof, or stairs, or any fall with a head injury—get evaluated in an emergency room. The Heights Emergency Room in Houston is open 24/7 with X-ray and CT on site. Call 911 and avoid moving the person if they lost consciousness, can’t move, or have neck or back pain.
EMERGENCY SAFETY
When Should You Call 911 for a Broken Bone?
Call 911 rather than driving for injuries that may involve the spine, major blood loss, or several parts of the body.
Call 911 for:
- A car crash, motorcycle crash, or fall from height
- A possible neck or back injury
- Bone through the skin with heavy bleeding
- A suspected hip, pelvis, or thigh fracture
- A cold, pale, or numb limb below the injury
- Loss of consciousness or confusion
- Multiple injuries
- Severe pain with difficulty breathing
Paramedics can immobilize the spine and limbs, control bleeding, and provide pain relief on the way.
Don’t move someone with a possible spine injury, and don’t drive yourself with an injured leg or severe pain.
WHERE TO GO
ER vs Urgent Care for a Broken Bone
An urgent care with X-ray can handle some minor injuries, but deformity, nerve or blood-flow problems, open fractures, and high-force injuries belong in an emergency room.
Call 911
- Major trauma or a fall from height
- A possible neck or back injury
- Open fracture with heavy bleeding
- A cold or numb limb
Go to the ER
- Visible deformity
- Severe pain or swelling
- Can’t bear weight or move the joint
- A wound over the injury
- A fall in an older adult
Urgent Care or Your Doctor
- A minor finger or toe injury
- Mild swelling with full movement
- A minor sprain you can walk on
If you are unsure, choose the ER.
Learn more about the difference between urgent care and the ER.
24/7 Fracture and Injury Care in Houston
Injuries don’t follow a schedule. The Heights Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Emergency Physician Evaluation
Injury, nerve, and circulation exam.
Digital X-Ray
On-site imaging for suspected fractures.
CT Imaging
For complex fractures when indicated.
Splinting
Arm and leg splints to protect the injury.
Pain Relief
Medication when appropriate.
Wound Repair
Care for cuts over or near an injury.
Testing and treatment depend on your injury and the physician’s evaluation.
Broken Bone ER Near Houston Heights
The Heights Emergency Room is a freestanding emergency room at 101 N Loop W #300, Houston, TX 77018, along the North Loop (610). It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for adults and children with injuries and can be reached at (281) 560-4373.
The Heights Emergency Room
101 N Loop W #300
Houston, TX 77018
Houston, TX 77018
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
If you are searching for:
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The Heights Emergency Room is open day and night for fractures and injuries.
Serving Houston Heights and Nearby Neighborhoods
Weekend athletes, outdoor workers, and families from across central and northwest Houston—including Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Houston Heights, Timbergrove, Woodland Heights, Independence Heights, the Northside, Rice Military, the Washington Avenue corridor, First Ward, and Downtown—come to us for injury care. Our North Loop location is a short drive from many of these neighborhoods.
ZIP 77018
Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, and Independence Heights / Central Northwest
ZIP 77008
Houston Heights, Lazybrook, and Timbergrove
ZIP 77009
Heights East, Northside, and the Woodland Heights area
ZIP 77022
Independence Heights and Northline / Northside
ZIP 77007
Washington Avenue, Rice Military, the western and southern Heights, and First Ward
ZIP 77002
Downtown, northern Downtown, and nearby First Ward areas
Travel times vary with traffic and time of day.
FAQ
Broken Bone ER — Frequently Asked Questions
It can be hard to tell without an X-ray. A fracture is more likely with deformity, pain focused over a bone, inability to bear weight, or a snapping sound at the time of injury. Sprains often cause pain and swelling around a joint. When in doubt, get an X-ray.
Most fractures are first treated with a splint, which protects the injury while leaving room for swelling. A cast, if needed, is usually applied later by an orthopedic specialist once the swelling goes down.
Many fractures take about 6 to 8 weeks to heal, though healing time depends on the bone, the type of fracture, your age, and your overall health. Children often heal faster than adults.
Yes. The Heights Emergency Room evaluates children with injuries 24/7 and has a patient room dedicated to pediatric patients. Children with growth-plate injuries are typically referred for orthopedic follow-up.
Yes. The Heights Emergency Room is open 24/7, and digital X-ray is available on site whenever your physician orders it, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Yes. You can check in online before you arrive or simply walk in. For major trauma, a numb or deformed limb, or heavy bleeding, call 911 instead.
Medical disclaimer: This page provides general health information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Possible Broken Bone? Emergency Care Is Available 24/7
Get severe pain, swelling, deformity, or an injury you can’t put weight on checked with an X-ray.
For major trauma, a possible spine injury, or heavy bleeding, call 911 immediately.
