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Dr. Robert Nirschl, M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Robert Nirschl is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, VA. Dr. Nirschl specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Nirschl 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.
66 years Experience
Dr. Robert Nirschl, M.D.
  • Arlington, VA
  • Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi
  • Accepting new patients

Weird pain after 2 microdiscectomys?

Might be a good idea to get an MRI.

Can I still ride a motorcycle?

If it was me I wouldn’t.

Should I have a physical therapy after elbow surgery?

What kind of surgery? If tennis elbow or fracture surgery, physio is usually helpful.

Can physical therapy fix shoulder impingement?

Depends on how damaged but therapy is usually helpful too.

Car accident knee question?

Get an x-ray to make sure the bone is OK.

Is physical therapy effective for shoulder pain?

Depends on the damage. Usually helps.

Is acupuncture treatment safe?

Usually. Depends on who is doing it.

Can acupuncture help nerve pain?

May provide temporary pain control.

Can a disc hernia be corrected without surgery?

It may respond to non-surgery. Depends on the severity. If there is extremity weakness such as foot drop surgery is a stronger consideration.

Is hammer toe surgery painful?

Usually not. Depends on your pain tolerance.

Can I correct scoliosis without surgery?

Smaller curves often respond to exercise and bracing.

Is scoliosis surgery risky?

Has the same general risks as any major surgery. The success can vary depending on the size of the curve.

How can I treat my lower back injury?

Depends on the diagnosis. For muscle strain physio, meds, and sometimes a brace.

Red pimple?

Ask your surgeon.

Seeking spinal orthopedic doctor for possible malpractice lawsuit?

I am sorry to hear of your misfortune. You might communicate with the California Board of Medicine and see if they have any suggestions.

Bad hip/groin pain?

2 days is not usually worrisome. Would wait a bit to see what happens.If it lasts a matter of weeks see an orthopedic surgeon about your hip and your regular doctor about your READ MORE
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