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Dr. Tariq A. Nayfeh, M.D.
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
<p><span style="color: #747c83; font-family: open_sansregular, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Dr. Tariq Nayfeh is a board certified and fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon, with a specialty in </span><em style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #747c83; font-family: open_sansregular, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">hip and knee</strong></em><span style="color: #747c83; font-family: open_sansregular, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"> joint replacements. This specialty covers all ranges of joint replacement, from simple minimally invasive replacements to the most complex revisions. He is proficient in the use of a wide variety of tools and techniques, with many at his disposal. His repertoire includes partial and total robotic knee replacements, as well custom (ConforMIS) and cement-less knee replacements. He also performs anterior replacement, custom (ConforMIS) hip replacements, and robotic hip replacements.</span></p>
26 years
Experience
Dr. Tariq A. Nayfeh, M.D.
- POTOMAC, MD
- University of Illinois
- Accepting new patients
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Can you fly after ankle arthroscopy?
Usually you can if your surgeon clears you. It really depends on what is found during the surgery.
Can a torn ligament repair itself?
If it is a torn ligament, many of them can heal on their own. However, don't confuse a ligament with a torn labrum. Labral tears do not heal themselves.
How to treat a spinal disc herniation?
There are a number of ways to treat a disk herniation. Many patient's get better with time. Others require injections. A small number of patients end up with surgery.
Do orthopedic doctors treat back pain?
Orthopaedics historically began with treating pediatric spine. However, since most back pain does not require surgery, you should begin with your primary care doctor and physical READ MORE
Orthopaedics historically began with treating pediatric spine. However, since most back pain does not require surgery, you should begin with your primary care doctor and physical therapy, or consider seeing a chiropractor.
What is the success rate of a laminectomy?
It is highly successful if done for the right reasons. Get more than one opinion.
How do you heal shin splints?
In my office, we occasionally use PRP or stem cell injections to accelerate the healing process. Many times, you need to rest it and consider having someone evaluate how your foot READ MORE
In my office, we occasionally use PRP or stem cell injections to accelerate the healing process. Many times, you need to rest it and consider having someone evaluate how your foot hits the ground with walking and running. If your ankle isn't aligned correctly or you have a flat arch that can increase the pain. Other times, it may be a stress fracture that should be treated with rest.
How do I know if my knee pain is serious?
If the pain is present every day and prevents you from doing the activities you enjoy, then see a doctor.
Can you climb stairs after a hip replacement?
If the surgery goes well, you should be able to return to normal stair climbing.
