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How do topical sprays help in treating sprains?
Yes they do help ease the pain. They are frequently used by athletic trainers and physical therapists in dealing with both acute and chronic injuries.
I feel like I have a hunchback. What should I do?
Exercise to improve your extension. Use proper posture. An x-ray will be helpful to rule out structural abnormalities.
I am suffering from pain around my wrist. What could be causing it?
If the pain is significant, you should consult a specialist for a detailed examination and at least preliminary X-rays.
The bone in wrist hurts so badly. Can this be treated?
The doctor will examine your wrist and probably obtain X-rays. You may need an MRI study, X-rays are not. Usually, the first steps are nonsteroidals, such as you are taking and READ MORE
The doctor will examine your wrist and probably obtain X-rays. You may need an MRI study, X-rays are not. Usually, the first steps are nonsteroidals, such as you are taking and perhaps some physical therapy. You need to also avoid any activities which may be making your wrist pain worse, such as playing tennis.
Will steroids help in treating my joint pain?
Yes, steroids can be helpful, but before you resort to those medications, you should have tried medications available over-the-counter, such as Advil, Aleve, or Tylenol. Let a READ MORE
Yes, steroids can be helpful, but before you resort to those medications, you should have tried medications available over-the-counter, such as Advil, Aleve, or Tylenol. Let a specialist help guide you to the proper medications that you use.
I have some pain in my knees while walking. How can this be treated?
Sounds like you need an evaluation. Weight-bearing X-rays are helpful to determine if you have arthritis. Preliminary use of over-the-counter medications such as Advil, Aleve, READ MORE
Sounds like you need an evaluation. Weight-bearing X-rays are helpful to determine if you have arthritis. Preliminary use of over-the-counter medications such as Advil, Aleve, or Tylenol are beneficial. Don't reduce your walking, however. There are many benefits with walking, including maintaining bone and joint strength.
How long does a knee dislocation take to heal?
A knee joint dislocation is a serious injury. Likely he dislocated his patella or kneecap which is much more common. Usually it's immobilized for a few weeks and then therapy is READ MORE
A knee joint dislocation is a serious injury. Likely he dislocated his patella or kneecap which is much more common. Usually it's immobilized for a few weeks and then therapy is started.
Could my fall have caused a serious back injury?
Yes this can be serious. I would advise consultation with your family doctor or orthopedic specialist if you have one. You should probably obtain x-rays and a detailed examination READ MORE
Yes this can be serious. I would advise consultation with your family doctor or orthopedic specialist if you have one. You should probably obtain x-rays and a detailed examination should be completed.
What is clubfoot and how is it treated?
Clubfoot is usually noted at birth. On mild cases simple stretching by the mom is adequate. More rigid types need application of casts. This should be evaluated by a children's READ MORE
Clubfoot is usually noted at birth. On mild cases simple stretching by the mom is adequate. More rigid types need application of casts. This should be evaluated by a children's orthopedic specialist.
I am experiencing slight numbness and some pain after my elbow fracture surgery. What could be the reason?
This is difficult to answer not knowing the exact type of fracture or surgery you may have had. But with elbow surgery increase in pain and some numbness in the area of the surgery READ MORE
This is difficult to answer not knowing the exact type of fracture or surgery you may have had. But with elbow surgery increase in pain and some numbness in the area of the surgery is to be expected.
My right ankle seems to be swollen but there is no pain. Should I try ice therapy to reduce the swelling?
Your problem needs to be evaluated by a physician. Swelling without pain may for example be water retention and applying ice will not do any good. Ice is usually used with swelling READ MORE
Your problem needs to be evaluated by a physician. Swelling without pain may for example be water retention and applying ice will not do any good. Ice is usually used with swelling following an injury but there's usually pain involved as well. So if you're not experiencing pain something else is going on and it needs to be guided by a physician.
My back is feeling strained. What should I do?
There may be many causes for your pain but based on your brief description it may be secondary to a disc problem in your lower back. If it does not resolve with some rest, stretching READ MORE
There may be many causes for your pain but based on your brief description it may be secondary to a disc problem in your lower back. If it does not resolve with some rest, stretching and over-the-counter Tylenol or anti-inflammatory medication I would suggest evaluation by your physician, physical therapist or chiropractor.
Does cracking my knuckles weaken my bones?
Not to my knowledge.
What is the effect of mobile phones on the hands?
Good question. We see people develop carpal tunnel syndrome for example with excessive use of a keyboard but so far I have not encountered a patient complaining of hand pain or READ MORE
Good question. We see people develop carpal tunnel syndrome for example with excessive use of a keyboard but so far I have not encountered a patient complaining of hand pain or numbness with excessive use of their cell phone keyboard. If you type excessively on yourself a keyboard you may get some soreness and possibly carpal tunnel like symptoms but I don't think it will cause your hands to become weaker.
I have hip pain due to hip arthritis, but now my knees are also hurting. What could be the reason?
Hip arthritis can sometimes produce pain in the knee joint area where there is actually no problem with the knee itself and we call this referred pain. Or it's possible that you READ MORE
Hip arthritis can sometimes produce pain in the knee joint area where there is actually no problem with the knee itself and we call this referred pain. Or it's possible that you may be developing knee arthritis on a separate basis. You need to be evaluated by your physician therapist or chiropractor.
I feel slight numbness in my left foot. What could be the reason for this?
If it is minimal and there are no other associated symptoms I would just ignore it. If the numbness is disturbing to you or increasing and specially if it's associated with pain READ MORE
If it is minimal and there are no other associated symptoms I would just ignore it. If the numbness is disturbing to you or increasing and specially if it's associated with pain then you need to be evaluated by an orthopedic physician or podiatrist.
Can a childhood fracture hurt in adulthood?
No. Once a fracture is healed it does not cause pain. You may be developing a secondary problem which needs to be evaluated by a specialist.
Is osteoarthritis a heriditary disease?
Osteoarthritis is not necessarily hereditary but certainly we see it in some families more often. You can improve your chances by avoiding obesity, exercising regularly but avoiding READ MORE
Osteoarthritis is not necessarily hereditary but certainly we see it in some families more often. You can improve your chances by avoiding obesity, exercising regularly but avoiding contact sports and a healthy diet is beneficial too.
For my knee pain should I use hot treatment or cold?
Both can be successful. For an acute injury we usually recommend ice. For more chronic pain such as the pain present more than three months usually moist heat works better. But READ MORE
Both can be successful. For an acute injury we usually recommend ice. For more chronic pain such as the pain present more than three months usually moist heat works better. But in some individuals ice works whereas in other ones they feel better with heat. In your case use which ever one that feels better or use both.
Does a fracture take longer to heal when you have diabetes?
Yes healing typically takes longer in diabetics.
