Dr. Kipling Sharpe, MD, FAAOS
Orthopaedic Surgeon
4566 E Inverness Ave Suite 108 Mesa AZ, 85206About
Dr. Kipling Sharpe is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Mesa, AZ. Dr. Sharpe specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Sharpe 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1989
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Dr. Kipling Sharpe, MD, FAAOS's Expert Contributions
How long do you wear a cast for a broken arm?
One wears a cast on a broken arm until the bone is healed. That is usually 6 or more weeks, but the doctor who places your cast should be able to give you a more accurate time frame. READ MORE
Should I wear tennis elbow brace overnight?
Generally, you do not need to wear it at night unless you clench your fists in your sleep. Better to wear a cock up wrist splint at night. Kipling P. Sharpe, MD, FAAOS READ MORE
How long does it take for foot fractures to heal?
With proper protection, most foot fractures in your age group will be mostly healed at 6 weeks and fully healed at 3 months. A fracture that doesn’t heal after 3 months is considered a delayed union and a fracture that doesn’t heal in 6 months is not likely to heal. Kipling P. Sharpe, MD, FAAOS READ MORE
When should I see an orthopedist for foot pain?
At 33, if you are having regular or ongoing foot pain, you should seek an evaluation. Your best bet is an orthopedic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in foot and ankle. Kipling P. Sharpe, MD, FAAOS READ MORE
What type of knee brace is best for torn ACL support?
There are many good ACL functional braces. The best ones are custom fit. I tore my ACL about your age (about 30 years ago) a new at that time I tired half a dozen different braces. I liked CTI and Townsend the best on my knee. The key is a good comfortable fit as they all do essentially the same thing, READ MORE
What are the first signs of needing a hip replacement?
The most common earl symptoms are groin pain and loss of motion particularly internal rotation (the foot points out when you walk). READ MORE
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