At Quality Urgent Care in Riverview, we understand that injuries such as tears and lacerations can happen unexpectedly. Our team of highly qualified professionals is prepared to treat these kinds of wounds quickly and efficiently. A tear, or rupture, is typically caused by blunt force trauma, resulting in irregular and jagged wound edges. This type of wound can occur in various tissues including skin, muscle, and ligaments. The severity of a tear can range from minor to major, with some requiring simple cleaning and closure with sutures or adhesive strips. On the other hand, a laceration is a deep cut or tear in the skin or flesh often caused by sharp objects or more forceful trauma. Lacerations often result in heavy bleeding and may require stitches to close the wound. They can be more extensive than tears, potentially affecting tendons, muscles, and nerves. In these instances, more extensive repair may be necessary, including repositioning and suturing torn edges or even plastic surgery to minimize scarring. At Quality Urgent Care, we have state-of-the-art facilities to assess and treat both tears and lacerations.