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Does a dislocated elbow require surgery?
If it is treated immediately, it can usually be relocated by manipulating the joint. However if there is delay in the treatment or diagnosis surgery may be required.
Jammed finger?
Likely you sprained your finger. If it is very swollen and you have difficulty moving it, you should have it evaluated by a professional. You will need X-rays to make sure that READ MORE
Likely you sprained your finger. If it is very swollen and you have difficulty moving it, you should have it evaluated by a professional. You will need X-rays to make sure that there was no fracture.
What happens if you don't do physical therapy after spine surgery?
Physical therapy would be helpful after spine surgery, but if for any reason you are not able to do the therapy, you can ask your surgeon for instructions on doing a home exercise READ MORE
Physical therapy would be helpful after spine surgery, but if for any reason you are not able to do the therapy, you can ask your surgeon for instructions on doing a home exercise program.
Is physical therapy necessary after ankle surgery?
It would be certainly helpful to have physical therapy following your ankle surgery. However, if for any reason you cannot attend, you can ask her surgeon to show you exercises READ MORE
It would be certainly helpful to have physical therapy following your ankle surgery. However, if for any reason you cannot attend, you can ask her surgeon to show you exercises that you can perform at home in lieu of physical therapy.
The upper part of my finger is getting bent?
No, you should not worry
Knee pain?
Sounds like you need to be evaluated by a specialist.
What foods should you avoid if you have bursitis?
I am not aware of any restrictions on food for treatment of bursitis
How long does it take for tendonitis in the knee to heal?
Tendinitis can be a lingering problem. It is treated with exercising, stretching, physical therapy, appropriate medications and sometimes injections. Rarely, surgery is necessary. READ MORE
Tendinitis can be a lingering problem. It is treated with exercising, stretching, physical therapy, appropriate medications and sometimes injections. Rarely, surgery is necessary. Even so, with all of the treatment outlined the condition may linger or recur. You may need to alter activities that cause recurrence of the problem.
How do you stop a bunion from progressing?
There are braces available that you can order online. Also wearing wide shoes is very helpful and avoiding using high heels with pointed shoes is very helpful.
What stretches help hip pain?
There are numerous stretches that can be helpful. You can ask her physical therapist or athletic trainer for proper instructions. You-tube has a number of videos on stretches READ MORE
There are numerous stretches that can be helpful. You can ask her physical therapist or athletic trainer for proper instructions. You-tube has a number of videos on stretches for the hips which can be very helpful.
How long does it take to recover from an ankle operation?
Recovery depends on the type of ankle surgery you have. It would be best to ask your surgeon for estimated recovery time.
Is ankle fusion surgery painful?
Yes it can be. The anesthesiologist can give you an ankle block which will significantly limit the amount of pain you well experience the first day. Usually there is significant READ MORE
Yes it can be. The anesthesiologist can give you an ankle block which will significantly limit the amount of pain you well experience the first day. Usually there is significant pain for the first 2 or 3 days and afterwards it does become fairly manageable. Your doctor will prescribe the appropriate medications.
What is the best treatment for tennis elbow?
Start with stretching, icing and relative rest from the activity that caused the problem to begin. Nonsteroidal medications such as ibuprofen or Tylenol can be helpful. If this READ MORE
Start with stretching, icing and relative rest from the activity that caused the problem to begin. Nonsteroidal medications such as ibuprofen or Tylenol can be helpful. If this first step is not effective then usually a short course of physical therapy can be very helpful. You can ask the therapist for specific stretching exercises. Finally, an injection may become necessary if the pain fails to resolve.
Do they put you to sleep for spine surgery?
Yes spinal surgery usually requires general anesthesia.
What happens if a rotator cuff is not repaired?
If you are active you can have ongoing problems if the rotator cuff tear is not treated appropriately. Not all rotator cuff tears, however, require surgery. Surgery should be READ MORE
If you are active you can have ongoing problems if the rotator cuff tear is not treated appropriately. Not all rotator cuff tears, however, require surgery. Surgery should be only done it there is significant pain or limitation of function.
What is the best treatment for osteoarthritis?
Arthritis is best treated with appropriate exercise and weight loss. Medications such as Tylenol or ibuprofen may be helpful. Topical lotions can also be effective. If the problem READ MORE
Arthritis is best treated with appropriate exercise and weight loss. Medications such as Tylenol or ibuprofen may be helpful. Topical lotions can also be effective. If the problem progresses, injections such as with cartilage substitute or platelet rich plasma can be helpful.
How long does a rolled ankle take to heal?
Depends on the severity. If it is a minor sprain within a couple of weeks you should show a lot of improvement. If it was a severe sprain with a lot of swelling and black and READ MORE
Depends on the severity. If it is a minor sprain within a couple of weeks you should show a lot of improvement. If it was a severe sprain with a lot of swelling and black and blue ecchymoses and difficulty putting weight on the ankle at the beginning of the injury, it is likely more severe case and should be professionally evaluated with an examination and x-rays. The more severe sprains may take months before full healing is achieved
Will I walk with a limp after spine surgery?
The answer is not always but you may experience some limping after back surgery even if the surgery was successful
Why does nerve pain get worse at night?
Good question. I am not sure I have an answer for you. But your are right many of my patients with nerve conditions report worsening symptoms at bedtime.
I fell and have been recommended hip surgery. What are the preparatory steps?
Usually if surgery is done immediately after hip fracture. I am not sure why there has been a delay in your case. We usually obtain a medical clearance which means that we ask READ MORE
Usually if surgery is done immediately after hip fracture. I am not sure why there has been a delay in your case. We usually obtain a medical clearance which means that we ask and internal medicine physician to do a comprehensive examination and make sure you can undergo the surgery proposed safely. Healing will depend on the type of surgery you have but expect anywhere from 3-12 months.
