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Dr. Mark A. Burt, MD
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How do you sleep with ankle swelling?
Elevate on pillows and lay on your back.
What physical therapy is good for a herniated disc?
Just search lower back exercises or McKenzie lower back exercises or see a physical therapist.
What helps heal a twisted ankle from tennis practice?
Rest, ice, elevation above heart, compression. May need X-rays to rule out fracture.
Which is better for shoulder strain?
If you have no allergies to any medications, you could alternate ibuprofen (take with food and pepcid), tylenol, and in addition, you could use topical voltaren gel. Ice 20 min READ MORE
If you have no allergies to any medications, you could alternate ibuprofen (take with food and pepcid), tylenol, and in addition, you could use topical voltaren gel. Ice 20 min every 2-3 hours.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Mark Burt, M.D.
How do I know if my fracture is healing?
Physical Examination & X-rays
Can physical therapy make shoulder pain worse?
Sometimes PT can cause a temporary flare up of shoulder pain. You may need to communicate with PT that you may have done too much too soon that has caused some increased pain. READ MORE
Sometimes PT can cause a temporary flare up of shoulder pain. You may need to communicate with PT that you may have done too much too soon that has caused some increased pain. Some soreness is okay, but increased pain 2 hours later or overnight suggests you and your PT may need to change or alter program. Rest, ice, etc.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Mark Burt, M.D.
How long does back nerve damage take to heal?
It really depends on the “damage.” Herniated discs may reabsorb over time. 90% of “pinched nerves” recovery is over 6 weeks with physical therapy.
Which doctor is best for ACL pain?
Orthopaedic surgeon
How does a doctor treat knee pain from basketball?
Patella tendonitis is common in basketball - if that is what you have. Then stretching, flexibility program, with warm moist heat. Then ice for 20- 30 minutes after playing. Search READ MORE
Patella tendonitis is common in basketball - if that is what you have. Then stretching, flexibility program, with warm moist heat. Then ice for 20- 30 minutes after playing. Search patella tendonitis for information & exercise program. If you have locking, catching, buckling, giving away, swelling, then you should see an orthopedic surgeon.
How long does it take to correct torn ligaments?
The are several degrees of ligament injuries: grade I may take 1-2 weeks to heal; grade II may take 4-6 weeks to heal; & grade 3 may take 12 weeks to heal or it may require surgery READ MORE
The are several degrees of ligament injuries: grade I may take 1-2 weeks to heal; grade II may take 4-6 weeks to heal; & grade 3 may take 12 weeks to heal or it may require surgery to repair or reconstruct.
Why do I feel chronic pain when I have no injury?
You may get some soreness from athletic participation, but it shouldn't be painful - it would be unusual to have pain without an injury unless you have an underlying undiagnosed READ MORE
You may get some soreness from athletic participation, but it shouldn't be painful - it would be unusual to have pain without an injury unless you have an underlying undiagnosed medical condition. If you truly have pain, you may need to see your primary care physician for a work up for chronic pain.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Can chiropractors help wrist tendonitis?
Probably better served by a physical Or occupational hand therapist, rest, ice, stretching, NSAIDs as needed, etc.
Is bike riding good for bulging disc?
Bike riding is a great exercise. There are exercises for back & core strengthening & stretching to alleviate low back pain. Stretching before & after riding bicycle is important. READ MORE
Bike riding is a great exercise. There are exercises for back & core strengthening & stretching to alleviate low back pain.
Stretching before & after riding bicycle is important.
Stretching before & after riding bicycle is important.
How should I sleep with shoulder pain?
You could sleep in a recliner or prop up in bed with multiple pillows.
How do you wrap your elbow after an injury?
With an ace wrap starting on the hand side and wrapping up towards your shoulder - snug, but not too tight to cause swelling in your hand. Ice x20 minutes every couple of hours READ MORE
With an ace wrap starting on the hand side and wrapping up towards your shoulder - snug, but not too tight to cause swelling in your hand. Ice x20 minutes every couple of hours & elevate above your heart/chest level.
How long does a dislocated foot take to heal?
Depends on the type of dislocation, location, severity, surgery, etc. Some may heal in 6-12 weeks, others may need 3-6 months, etc.
What surgery is done for a dislocated shoulder?
Usually, first time shoulder dislocations are treated non-operatively with immobilization for 3 weeks after the shoulder is reduced back into place and then subsequent physical READ MORE
Usually, first time shoulder dislocations are treated non-operatively with immobilization for 3 weeks after the shoulder is reduced back into place and then subsequent physical therapy. If recurrent instability, then may need surgery with stabilization of the shoulder. Traumatic dislocations have a high recurrence rate with contact sports. Non-traumatic dislocations may be treated with physical therapy.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Mark Burt, M.D.
How to manage a sprained ankle without surgery?
Rest, ice 20 minutes every 2-3 hours, elevate on 2-3 pillows to keep above chest level, mild compression with ace wrap, alternate acetaminophen and ibuprofen as guided by weight/instructions READ MORE
Rest, ice 20 minutes every 2-3 hours, elevate on 2-3 pillows to keep above chest level, mild compression with ace wrap, alternate acetaminophen and ibuprofen as guided by weight/instructions on bottle, as needed for pain/swelling - provided you have no allergies to them.
How do you fix a torn ACL?
If it's a complete ACL tear, then you would need surgery for ACL reconstruction.
Mark Burt, M.D.
Mark Burt, M.D.
