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Dr. Prashanth Anand, M.D
Orthopedist
Dr. Prashanth Anand is an Orthopedic Surgeon practicing in Olney, IL. As an Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Anand is trained to assess, diagnose, prevent, and treat musculoskeletal injuries in patients of all ages. Orthopedic Surgeons must complete specialized training in order to help each patient maximize function and improve quality of life.
20 years
Experience
Dr. Prashanth Anand, M.D
- Fort Dodge, Iowa
- Government Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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When can my daughter play sports again?
Cast is not indicated for shoulder dislocation. She would be in some sort of sling for a few weeks and then lots of physical therapy. She is looking at 6-8weeks before returning READ MORE
Cast is not indicated for shoulder dislocation. She would be in some sort of sling for a few weeks and then lots of physical therapy. She is looking at 6-8weeks before returning to contact sports. But keep in mind, she now has an increased risk of recurrent shoulder dislocation without surgical stabilization.
My son has dislocated his shoulder twice from playing baseball. Will this have an effect on him in the future?
Once the shoulder dislocates, there is a high likelihood of recurrent shoulder dislocations in the future, especially in young individuals. If he had two dislocations, I would READ MORE
Once the shoulder dislocates, there is a high likelihood of recurrent shoulder dislocations in the future, especially in young individuals. If he had two dislocations, I would advise considering a shoulder stabilization surgery, so he can return to sports.
Is a hip replacement a major operation?
Hip replacement is not a surgery performed on 17 year old. I think you are mistaken.
Should PT be recommended in any sport for any age?
You would benefit by working with a fitness trainer or athletic trainer. I do not see the need to work with a sports medicine specialist. Take care!
How do you fix a torn ACL?
ACL is generally not repaired but new ACL is reconstructed using your own hamstring tendon or other tendons in your body. Sometimes tendon harvested from a cadaver, also known READ MORE
ACL is generally not repaired but new ACL is reconstructed using your own hamstring tendon or other tendons in your body. Sometimes tendon harvested from a cadaver, also known as allograft is used. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
