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Dr. Vlad Gendelman, M.D., FAAOS
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Vlad Gendelman is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in LOS ANGELES, CA. Dr. Gendelman specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gendelman tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
20 years
Experience
Dr. Vlad Gendelman, M.D., FAAOS
- LOS ANGELES, CA
- University of CA at Irvine – College of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
Dr. Vlad Gendelman - What Is Orthopedic Surgery?
What is orthopedic surgery? Orthopedic surgery is the branch of medicine focused on conditions affecting muscles, bones, and joints. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and...
What causes hand tingling and numbness?
Numbness and tingling are signs of nerve irritation. Those symptoms in the hand are often caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, but not always. This would also not be very common READ MORE
Numbness and tingling are signs of nerve irritation. Those symptoms in the hand are often caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, but not always. This would also not be very common in a 17 year old. Aside from carpal tunnel syndrome there are many different conditions which can cause nerve irritation. To figure out which causes these symptoms in your case you need an exam by an orthopaedic surgeon and possibly some diagnostic studies, such as EMG/NCV.
When should I see a doctor for rib injury?
There is no treatment for rib injury/rib fracture, aside from pain medication. You can take over the counter anti-inflammatory medications or Tylenol/Acetaminophen for pain control. READ MORE
There is no treatment for rib injury/rib fracture, aside from pain medication. You can take over the counter anti-inflammatory medications or Tylenol/Acetaminophen for pain control. Talk to your pharmacist to select OTC anti-inflammatory appropriate for you. If you have a fractured/broken rib, it can take several months for pain to resolve.
Does bursitis go away on its own?
Bursitis is inflammation of a tissue called bursa. Bursal tissue is found in many different parts of our body (you didn't specify where you have bursitis). Regardless, bursitis READ MORE
Bursitis is inflammation of a tissue called bursa. Bursal tissue is found in many different parts of our body (you didn't specify where you have bursitis). Regardless, bursitis going away means that the inflammation resolves. That can happen spontaneously but if it does not it may require treatment which could be conservative or even operative if conservative treatment fails.
What causes pain after knee replacement surgery?
The surgery causes pain after knee replacement surgery. Im not sure what you are expecting 1 week after surgery. Recovery from a knee replacement is 6-12 months and you are 1 week READ MORE
The surgery causes pain after knee replacement surgery. Im not sure what you are expecting 1 week after surgery. Recovery from a knee replacement is 6-12 months and you are 1 week into that recovery. Should you see a doctor? Sure. I'm pretty sure you have a post-surgical follow-up scheduled with your surgeon. Do you need to see them urgently? No.
Is walking good for osteoporosis?
Walking is good for your health in general for various organs but it is also good for osteoporosis, however is it enough to stop progression of osteoporosis or reverse it, NO. READ MORE
Walking is good for your health in general for various organs but it is also good for osteoporosis, however is it enough to stop progression of osteoporosis or reverse it, NO. If you have confirmed osteoporosis you still need medications for it.
How long should you wait to workout after a back injury?
Every injury is different. After some you only need to wait a few days, after others you have to wait for months. Best thing is to see an orthopedic surgeon so that you can be READ MORE
Every injury is different. After some you only need to wait a few days, after others you have to wait for months. Best thing is to see an orthopedic surgeon so that you can be properly evaluated and diagnosed and then they will make appropriate recommendations.
My broken wrist?
For the most part, it shouldn't at this point, so you should definitely see an orthopedic surgeon for an evaluation to figure out what is wrong, what specifically can be causing READ MORE
For the most part, it shouldn't at this point, so you should definitely see an orthopedic surgeon for an evaluation to figure out what is wrong, what specifically can be causing your pain.
Shoulder pain?
You need to see an orthopaedic surgeon for an evaluation.
What cream is good for bursitis?
I suggest you get evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon since bursitis in the knee generally does not give you pain when walking but you can try Voltaren gel, which is over the counter READ MORE
I suggest you get evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon since bursitis in the knee generally does not give you pain when walking but you can try Voltaren gel, which is over the counter medication now. Just follow the directions on the box.
Can scoliosis be fixed in adults without surgery?
No, it cannot, but most adults don't need surgery for scoliosis.
Can you get a bunion by your pinky toe?
Yes, it's called a baby bunion
How do you strengthen your elbow ligaments?
"Strengthen" is something you do for ligaments. When you strengthen you strengthen the muscles, in this care around the elbow joint. As long as ligaments are healthy and not READ MORE
"Strengthen" is something you do for ligaments. When you strengthen you strengthen the muscles, in this care around the elbow joint. As long as ligaments are healthy and not injured, they will not change much with anything that you do. If they are injured, you have to give them time to heal and then gradually increase activity so as not to reinjure them and at the same time strengthen the muscles around the joint in order to provide support to the joint with less stress on the ligaments.
Should I see a neurologist or orthopedist for back pain?
Definitely not a neurologist. You should see an orthopedic spine surgeon or a neurosurgeon.
Do they put you to sleep for hand surgery?
Hand surgery can be done under general anesthesia, regional anesthesia (put arm to sleep), or local anesthesia (numb the area of surgery). Which anesthesia is appropriate or can/cannot READ MORE
Hand surgery can be done under general anesthesia, regional anesthesia (put arm to sleep), or local anesthesia (numb the area of surgery). Which anesthesia is appropriate or can/cannot be used depends on what surgery you are talking about.
How many hours a day should you wear a back brace?
Considering your age, as little as possible
Elbow pain?
Based on your description of what happened, it's possible that you have suffered a Radial neck fracture. Most of the time there is nothing to do for it and it heals on its own READ MORE
Based on your description of what happened, it's possible that you have suffered a Radial neck fracture. Most of the time there is nothing to do for it and it heals on its own but you should definitely see an orthopedic surgeon for x-rays to make sure.
Do ganglion cysts go away on their own?
It is extremely rare for a ganglion cyst to go away on its own.
Do orthopedic doctors treat back pain?
Yes, they do.
Which is better ankle fusion or ankle replacement?
Each one has pluses and minuses so whether one is better than the other is very individual and patient dependent. You have to discuss this with your orthopaedic surgeon.
How long does it take to recover from arthroscopic knee surgery?
This varies from patient to patient and could be as short as 2 weeks and as long as a few months.
