Pediatric Injury Treatment Doctor Q&A
Pediatric injury is physical harm that happens to children between the ages of 1 and 18 as a consequence of accidents, falls, burns, poisoning, or animal bites. If your child has recently sustained an injury, visit Fast Aid Urgent Care to seek treatment. Dr. Curtis Grote, MD, and his team are dedicated to your child’s healthcare needs. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We have convenient locations to serve you in Bulverde Rd San Antonio TX, Bastrop TX, Alamo Ranch San Antonio TX, La Grange TX, Leon Springs San Antonio TX, New Braunfels TX, Potranco Road San Antonio TX, Dripping Springs TX, Lemon Creek Boerne TX, and Belle Chasse LA.


Table of Contents:
What is pediatric trauma?
How do children deal with injuries?
What is pediatric treatment?
What are some common injuries in infants?
An injury is a broad term that refers to any physical affliction, such as cuts, bruises, burns, fractures, sprains, strains, and many more. Everyone experiences an injury at some point during their life; it is an inevitability of the human experience. Most injuries are not severe and heal on their own, but when our children get injured, it can be a scary experience. That is why there are medical professionals who dedicate their careers to helping children who have experienced some kind of physical trauma.
Pediatric trauma is a life-threatening injury to a child. These injuries require hospitalization and sometimes emergency surgery. The chances of recovery are greatest if professional medical treatment is received within the shortest amount of time after a severe injury. Caring for an injured child requires specialized knowledge, precise conduct, and meticulous attention to detail.
When a child becomes injured, they can often enter a state of panic and fear. It is important to reassure them that they are going to be okay and that the situation is under control.
Validate their fears — Their body is telling them that they are in pain and their brain is telling them to be scared, so do not dismiss these feelings, even if the injury seems minor.
Appear in control — Even if your child knows that you are worried, put their mind at rest by showing them that you know how to fix their injury.
Rationalize the steps to recovery — Whether it is a simple first-aid fix or a trip to the emergency room, talking with your child about every step before it happens will help remove the fear of the unexpected.
Follow their lead — It can be tempting to want to get your child back into action right away, but be patient and help them recover their confidence at their own pace.
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that specializes in the health and medical care of children and adolescents from birth up to the age of 18. The word pediatrics means ‘physician of children’; it is derived from the Greek words: paedo = “of children” and iatros = “doctor or healer”. Pediatricians practice pediatrics. They treat children of all ages and specialize in illnesses and conditions that commonly affect children.
Injuries happen to people of all ages, even infants. While the most common types of injuries differ per age group, some types of injuries are prevalent in all age groups, such as bug bites or cuts. The most common injuries that affect young children include:
Falls — The most common cause of injury for kids of all ages is falling.
Being struck by or against an object—accidental impacts can happen in several different ways, from getting hit by a ball to running into someone.
Cuts and puncture wounds — Cuts can happen from tripping, falling, or touching a sharp object.
Bites and stings — Wounds caused by animals, insects, and humans can occur at any age.
Foreign bodies — This can occur when a child sticks something in their nose or steps on something sharp.
Burns — These injuries can be caused by fire, chemicals, electricity, sun exposure, or steam.
If your child has been injured, trust the professionals at Fast Aid Urgent Care to restore their health. Our team of kind and compassionate professionals is experienced in treating children with injuries and can help your little one feel better. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We serve patients from Bulverde Rd San Antonio TX, Windcrest TX, Selma TX, Bastrop TX, Paige TX, Smithville TX, Alamo Ranch San Antonio TX, Leon Valley TX, Helotes TX, La Grange TX, Rabbs Prairie TX, Halsted TX, Leon Springs TX, Fair Oaks Ranch TX, Cross Mountain TX, New Braunfels TX, Hunter TX, Zorn TX, Potranco Road San Antonio TX, Rio Medina TX, Rolling Oaks Estates TX, Dripping Springs, TX, Saddletree Ranch TX, Belterra TX, Lemon Creek Boerne TX, Scenic Oaks TX, Fair Oaks Ranch TX, Belle Chasse LA, Timberlane LA, Woodmere LA, and surrounding areas.

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Additional Services You May Need
▸ Urgent Care
▸ Walk-in Family Care
▸ Children’s Health
▸ Sports Physicals
▸ DOT Physicals
▸ Pediatric Urgent Care
▸ Immunization