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Dr. David Harkins, D.O.

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. David Harkins is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Athens, GA. Dr. Harkins specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Harkins 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.
26 years Experience
Dr. David Harkins, D.O.
  • Monroe, GA
  • West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Which is better chiropractor or massage for a stiff shoulder?

It depends on why your shoulder is stiff. If it is from a frozen shoulder, physical therapy is the mainstay of treatment. You need to see an orthopedic surgeon for a proper diagnosis. READ MORE
It depends on why your shoulder is stiff. If it is from a frozen shoulder, physical therapy is the mainstay of treatment. You need to see an orthopedic surgeon for a proper diagnosis.

What is the best remedy for plantar fasciitis?

The beat remedy for plantar fasciitis is calf stretching. Place the balls of the feet on the edge of a step and stretch one down for 20 seconds and then the other. Do this as many READ MORE
The beat remedy for plantar fasciitis is calf stretching. Place the balls of the feet on the edge of a step and stretch one down for 20 seconds and then the other. Do this as many times a day as you can.

Do flip flops cause knee pain?

No. But proper shoe wear, with an insole that supports the arch, can certainly help knee pain.

What is the bursitis in your shoulder?

The shoulder bursa is a sac of fluid that protects the rotator cuff. But when it becomes inflamed (bursitis), the shoulder becomes painful. It is not serious if it is treated properly. READ MORE
The shoulder bursa is a sac of fluid that protects the rotator cuff. But when it becomes inflamed (bursitis), the shoulder becomes painful. It is not serious if it is treated properly. Proper treatment is an injection of steroid medication, anti inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. This treatment is successful about 90% of the time.

How long does it take to recover from arthroscopic elbow surgery?

That generally depends on what is being done during the surgery. Typically 6 weeks or longer.