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Dr. Ronald Williams DO, FAOAO, D.O.

Orthopedist

Dr. Ronald Williams DO, FAOAO is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Palm Harbor, FL. Dr. Williams DO, FAOAO specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Williams DO, FAOAO 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.
Dr. R. Brian Williams, D.O.
  • Trinity, FL
  • Syracuse University
  • Accepting new patients

What is arthritis, and what are the treatment options?

Arthritis is basically a wearing away of the articular cartilage of the joint. (Joint surface) for some reason. It could have been a trauma or injury that you had, it could be READ MORE
Arthritis is basically a wearing away of the articular cartilage of the joint. (Joint surface) for some reason. It could have been a trauma or injury that you had, it could be genetics or one of a bunch of medical conditions.Treatments depend upon what type of arthritis you have, how bad it is, etc. There are too many options to really go into, in an e-mail.

What activities to avoid with shoulder impingement?

Anything above the shoulder level or with shoulder rotation. Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device

How long is the treatment for disc hernia?

Unfortunately, there is no way to predict that. Every person is different, as is the nature of their injury. You should see a spine specialist and see what they think.

How should I sleep with a disc hernia?

Any way you want. It doesn't matter.

When can I do push-ups after spine surgery?

You need to ask your surgeon.  There are many types of spine surgery and each has there own limitations.

EMG/NCS Test Question

Ulnar nerve findings on an NCS are usually late findings.  If you are symptomatic,  you need to be treated. You should see a hand specialist and get evaluated. 

Broken clavicle

Most heal up just fine but you really should go see a Orthopedic Surgeon. Sometimes they don't heal right and it's a real mess to deal with it after that.

Back

You need to schedule an appointment with an Orthopedic Surgeon,  get some X-rays done, and see what's going on.

Broke/fractured hand

You need an x ray.

How long will I be on bed rest after a hip replacement?

A lot of these are being done as outpatients these days. ZERO bedrest!! Good luck.

Can you help with a herniated disc?

There are many things that can be done to help someone who has a herniated disk. This would depend upon what symptoms you have, how large the disc is and where it is located.You READ MORE
There are many things that can be done to help someone who has a herniated disk. This would depend upon what symptoms you have, how large the disc is and where it is located.You would need an MRI as well as to be evaluated by a physician that treats that type of injury.Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device

What is the fastest way to relieve wrist pain?

That is an impossible question to answer as there is not enough data about the cause of the pain. We need to know things such as: when it started, what were you doing when it started, READ MORE
That is an impossible question to answer as there is not enough data about the cause of the pain. We need to know things such as: when it started, what were you doing when it started, have you had it before, did you have an injury, what may have caused it, etc. It would also be important to have someone knowledgeable take a look at it. Sometimes the simple act of touching something gives us enough information. Sorry I couldn't answer your question.

What is the fastest way to relieve heel pain?

Thai depends on what is causing it in the first place. You should go see a foot specialist and get examined.

How do I stop my toes from hurting when I run?

There are many facets to this. What surface are you running on? What kind of shoe are you using? You should schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist.

Is it OK to wear knee support all day?

What are you wearing it for? It is hard to answer a question like this without a lot more information.

Is scoliosis surgery risky?

Yes. Your surgeon is supposed to go over all of this with you. If he does not, you might want to go get a second opinion.

Back Pain

You could have "popped a rib out". Try seeing a Chiropractor.

Sharp pain in both upper ribs

You need to be examined. There are too many choices as to what is causing this.