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Dr. Robert Gaines, MD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert Gaines is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Gaines specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gaines 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.
25 years
Experience
Dr. Robert Gaines, MD
- Tampa, FL
- Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Can a fractured spine heal on its own?
A fractured spine can heal on its own. It entirely depends on the nature of the fracture and where it is located. Some spine fractures may only need pain medication. For instance, READ MORE
A fractured spine can heal on its own. It entirely depends on the nature of the fracture and where it is located. Some spine fractures may only need pain medication. For instance, fractures of the transverse processes. Some fractures may only require bracing. Sadly for our patients, some also require surgical stabilization.
