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Dr. Arup Kumar Bhadra, MRCS, MD

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Dr. Arup Kumar Bhadra, MRCS, MD
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What to do about lower back pain?

It sounds like you may have some issues with lumbar disc and potential sciatic nerve issues. Take some oral anti-inflammatory after discussing with your family physician, use heating READ MORE
It sounds like you may have some issues with lumbar disc and potential sciatic nerve issues. Take some oral anti-inflammatory after discussing with your family physician, use heating pads, do some core strengthening exercise and see an orthopedist if pain persists, for clinical evaluation and MEI lumbar spine as necessary

How long does it take to recover from a dislocated knee?

I hope you’re talking about dislocation of patella or knee cap. It’s extremely rare to have knee joint dislocation in your native knee. It’s normal to have some pain, swelling READ MORE
I hope you’re talking about dislocation of patella or knee cap. It’s extremely rare to have knee joint dislocation in your native knee.
It’s normal to have some pain, swelling and discomfort 6-8 weeks. You should consider seeing an orthopedist to check and get X-rays or MRI if necessary and consider a course of physical therapy to prevent future patella dislocation

How soon after shoulder surgery should I start physical therapy?

It depends on the kind of surgery you are having and also individual surgeon’s protocol and practice. As you are young, and if you are having labrum surgery, it may vary from 3-6 READ MORE
It depends on the kind of surgery you are having and also individual surgeon’s protocol and practice. As you are young, and if you are having labrum surgery, it may vary from 3-6 weeks from the surgery to start OP PT, depending on the injury and stability of the repair. So please discuss the specifics with your surgeon

Is walking good for hip arthritis?

You can walk as you feel comfortable even with underlying hip arthritis. It helps you improve surrounding muscle strength and tone but if it causes more pain, then you should rest READ MORE
You can walk as you feel comfortable even with underlying hip arthritis. It helps you improve surrounding muscle strength and tone but if it causes more pain, then you should rest intermittently, take OTC anti-inflammatory and see and consult with local orthopedic surgeon.

How long is the recovery time for hip replacement surgery?

There are different approaches to hip replacement surgery, overall recovery depends on multiple factors- patient’s base line functional status, surgical techniques, appropriate READ MORE
There are different approaches to hip replacement surgery, overall recovery depends on multiple factors- patient’s base line functional status, surgical techniques, appropriate rehabilitation. Most of the patients are generally comfortable to do most of daily life activities by about 6-7 weeks. As you’re young, I am sure you may recover even a bit quicker, but it’s important to follow appropriate rehabilitation instructions and gradually return to daily life activities as you feel comfortable.

How long does hip surgery last?

Longevity of hip replacement is multi factorial- higher impact activities you continue to do, it’s likely that the underlying polyethylene liner will wear out faster. Most of the READ MORE
Longevity of hip replacement is multi factorial- higher impact activities you continue to do, it’s likely that the underlying polyethylene liner will wear out faster. Most of the time, you can return to most of ADLs but with moderation. It’s like buying a new machine, better you care for it, longer it will function.

What can I take for my knee pain?

You can try over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like Aleve/Advil if you’re okay to take those from a medical point of view. If pain persists, you need to be evaluated READ MORE
You can try over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like Aleve/Advil if you’re okay to take those from a medical point of view. If pain persists, you need to be evaluated by an orthopedist, and you may need X-rays and even an MRI.

Why is there a bump under my left hand's ring finger?

It’s hard to tell without examining or looking at it. Sometimes people do get ganglion cyst, which is a benign degenerative condition, but if your bump remains the same, you should READ MORE
It’s hard to tell without examining or looking at it. Sometimes people do get ganglion cyst, which is a benign degenerative condition, but if your bump remains the same, you should see an Orthopedic hand surgeon.

Why does my knee feel suddenly weak and buckle?

If you do any sports, you can have possible internal knee injury which may manifest as giving way of the knee and pain. If symptoms are persistent, you should consult an orthopedic READ MORE
If you do any sports, you can have possible internal knee injury which may manifest as giving way of the knee and pain. If symptoms are persistent, you should consult an orthopedic surgeon

What should we do for son's Achilles tendinitis?

Over the counter oral anti-inflammatory, icing, Achilles stretching exercise, if symptoms persist, he may need a course or physical therapy, MRI, so revisit orthopedic surgeon, READ MORE
Over the counter oral anti-inflammatory, icing, Achilles stretching exercise, if symptoms persist, he may need a course or physical therapy, MRI, so revisit orthopedic surgeon, if he is still in pain.

My father had knee surgery. When can he start walking?

It depends on what kind of knee surgery he had, you should ask that and clarify with the surgeon who performed the procedure

Is knee surgery advisable for a person who is 78 years old?

It depends on what other medical comorbidties tour father has. If it is well controlled and stable, then depending on what procedure he needs, medical doctors and cardiologist READ MORE
It depends on what other medical comorbidties tour father has. If it is well controlled and stable, then depending on what procedure he needs, medical doctors and cardiologist (if he has cardiac issues) can optimize him and check his medical suitability for the surgery. Ultimately it’s a collective decision between you/family, your orthopedic surgeon and the team of medical doctors he is under.

Can a surgery treat gout?

Medical management and controlling the pathology for Gout is the mainstay of treatment for gout. Surgical intervention is not routinely necessary, but it also depends which joint READ MORE
Medical management and controlling the pathology for Gout is the mainstay of treatment for gout. Surgical intervention is not routinely necessary, but it also depends which joint of the body is involved.

How long is the recovery for a shoulder dislocation surgery?

You need to discuss with your surgeon as every surgeon has post surgery specific protocol depending on the damage and specific surgical procedure performed

How long does a knee replacement surgery take to heal?

There is no rigid time frame that we can refer to. Recovery after knee replacement depends on the individual and how the presurgery deformity level and functional status was.

What causes elbow pain?

If there’s any specific injury prior to the onset of your symptoms, then it should be checked with a X-ray by an Orthopedic surgeon. Many times, without any significant injury, READ MORE
If there’s any specific injury prior to the onset of your symptoms, then it should be checked with a X-ray by an Orthopedic surgeon. Many times, without any significant injury, people get overuse elbow pain- like Tennis elbow or Golfers elbow, it needs proper rest, icing, no heavy lifting and if it doesn’t get better, see Orthopedic surgeon for proper evaluation

I am suffering from severe numbness in my foot after a hip replacement surgery. Is it normal?

Numbness is generally due to pinching of nerves either locally or pinching at a higher level. You should consult your orthopedist to check that there is no lumbar disc issue or READ MORE
Numbness is generally due to pinching of nerves either locally or pinching at a higher level. You should consult your orthopedist to check that there is no lumbar disc issue or stretching of sciatic nerve.

Locations of sacroiliac joint pain

Pain in the groin many times could be from the hip joint itself. Because of you h/o prior lumbar disc issues, it could also be combined hip and lumbar spine issue. Please check READ MORE
Pain in the groin many times could be from the hip joint itself. Because of you h/o prior lumbar disc issues, it could also be combined hip and lumbar spine issue. Please check with your orthopedist for appropriate radiological investigations to have a diagnosis.