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Dr. Imelda Mangahas Cruz-banting, M.D.
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)
Dr. Imelda Cruz-banting is a physiatrist practicing in Bronx, NY. Dr. Cruz-banting is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Cruz-banting focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Cruz-banting can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
34 years
Experience
Dr. Imelda Cruz-Banting, M.D.
- Bronx, NY
- University Of The City Of Manila, College Of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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What happens if you let a pinched nerve in the back go untreated?
Your pain may become chronic abd will be more difficult to treat. You may also develop worsening radicular symptoms such as weakness of the leg muscles, which in the worst case READ MORE
Your pain may become chronic abd will be more difficult to treat. You may also develop worsening radicular symptoms such as weakness of the leg muscles, which in the worst case scenario can lead to a foot drop affecting your gait. There could be worsening numbness, tingling, and burning sensation. Cramping, swelling, and coldness of the leg may persist. Disability is impending with untreated pinched nerves.
Is physical therapy useful?
Most of the time it is helpful. Soft tissue injuries usually have lingering pain and Physical therapy helps facilitate healing.
How can I find relief from body pain?
It depends on the cause of your pains. You need to be evaluated to determine if these are just simple muscle aches from strain/sprain or with underlying systemic or more serious READ MORE
It depends on the cause of your pains. You need to be evaluated to determine if these are just simple muscle aches from strain/sprain or with underlying systemic or more serious conditions. But most of the time heat helps soothe simple muscle and joint aches.
How soon do you see a physical therapist after tearing your ACL?
ACL tears, if confirmed, need orthopedic evaluation. You don’t go to physical therapy directly. The extent of the tear has varying degrees with different treatment approaches.
Is paracetamol good for headaches?
Usually it helps. But headaches have different causes which need to be determined, especially if they persist despite medication and if with other accompanying symptoms. It could READ MORE
Usually it helps. But headaches have different causes which need to be determined, especially if they persist despite medication and if with other accompanying symptoms. It could just be the tip of the iceberg.
When should I see a doctor for heel pain?
You should see a doctor right away for evaluation and treatment. Most commonly it starts when someone recently gained weight, or of course with a recent trauma/injury. It could READ MORE
You should see a doctor right away for evaluation and treatment. Most commonly it starts when someone recently gained weight, or of course with a recent trauma/injury. It could also be part of other groups of condition or syndromes.
How can I relieve finger joint pain?
Rest is important if you continuously type. Heat usually helps. Some pain creams/gels help. Make sure you have proper positioning when typing with ergonomic supports. You may also READ MORE
Rest is important if you continuously type. Heat usually helps. Some pain creams/gels help. Make sure you have proper positioning when typing with ergonomic supports. You may also have accompanying carpal tunnel syndrome or developing tendonitis, arthritis, etc which need further evaluation and treatment.
How do I get my shoulder to stop hurting?
Shoulder pain have different causes such as muscle, tendon, ligament, capsular, bursal inflammation or tears. Depending on your job, hobbies, traumas, management can vary. You READ MORE
Shoulder pain have different causes such as muscle, tendon, ligament, capsular, bursal inflammation or tears. Depending on your job, hobbies, traumas, management can vary. You need evaluation for precise management. If you identify the real cause such as an activity or movement, then a therapist may help you to modifying them.
What is the best medication for arthritis pain?
There are different kinds of arthritis. But majority may respond to anti-inflammatories like Motrin/Aleve (making sure you have no stomach problems like ulcers or gastritis or READ MORE
There are different kinds of arthritis. But majority may respond to anti-inflammatories like Motrin/Aleve (making sure you have no stomach problems like ulcers or gastritis or GERD). Other types like gout or rheumatoid, need different meds. Best to be evaluated for proper imaging, testing for the right medication.
How do I know if I need spine surgery?
It depends on the history and presentation. Usually those who have disabling pain affecting job and activities of daily living, severe weakness, severe numbness of extremities, READ MORE
It depends on the history and presentation. Usually those who have disabling pain affecting job and activities of daily living, severe weakness, severe numbness of extremities, loss of control of bladder/bowel, radiating pain, loss of balance are the considerations for surgery. These patients commonly have either herniated discs with pinched nerves, or narrowing of their spinal canal, cord compression due to trauma/accident. Others develop worsening symptoms due to degeneration of their spine. You will need further evaluation, imaging studies, muscle/nerve studies, etc. before surgery will be ultimately recommended. Conservative treatments (like meds, therapy, injections) usually are exhausted first before jumping into surgery.
When should you see a doctor for elbow pain?
If it lingers despite over the counter pain meds, interferes with activities of daily living, radiating up or down, with associated numbness or tingling sensation of the fingers, READ MORE
If it lingers despite over the counter pain meds, interferes with activities of daily living, radiating up or down, with associated numbness or tingling sensation of the fingers, weakness of the hand, associated neck pain, obvious deformities...these are the usual symptoms when to see a doctor for elbow pain.
What happens if tennis elbow goes untreated?
This will lead to chronic tendonitis which later on will lead to calcification of the tendons and will be harder to treat. You may also develop stiffness of the joint as you try READ MORE
This will lead to chronic tendonitis which later on will lead to calcification of the tendons and will be harder to treat. You may also develop stiffness of the joint as you try not to move it too much and weakness of your wrist and handgrip.
Can you climb stairs after a hip replacement?
Yes, you can climb stairs after hip replacement. The timing though varies according to the speed of your recovery. If you have less or no complications, you should be able to do READ MORE
Yes, you can climb stairs after hip replacement. The timing though varies according to the speed of your recovery. If you have less or no complications, you should be able to do this.
What could be the cause of my leg pain when walking?
There are many causes of leg pain when walking. The joints can be causing it, either the hip, knee, or ankle. The low back can also be a source of leg pain when walking if you READ MORE
There are many causes of leg pain when walking. The joints can be causing it, either the hip, knee, or ankle. The low back can also be a source of leg pain when walking if you have pinched nerves there. Circulation can also be a source if you’re a smoker or somebody with a peripheral vascular disease. Or maybe you’re shoes don’t give you good support or they’re worn out needing change.
