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Dr. William A. Athens Jr, D.O.
- Brownstown Charter Twp, Michigan
- Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
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I have a sharp pain around my shoulders especially during rainy weather. Is it fibromyalgia?
Doubtful, could be arthritis or bursitis
What is the cause of loss of bone density?
Post menopausal females are at risk for osteoporosis. Studies show that women in their early 30’s should start calcium supplements to stave off osteoporosis.
I have recently developed hammer toes. Can it be treated?
Yes but eventually surgery will be necessary. See a reputable Podiatrist.
Pain in right arm
It may be your neck too. You would benefit from Physical therapy. See your family doc first
Can a fracture during childhood cause problems 10 years later?
Possible though unlikely. If the fracture was set properly and he healed in good alignment then he should be fine. If there is deformity of the elbow he could have problems. If READ MORE
Possible though unlikely. If the fracture was set properly and he healed in good alignment then he should be fine. If there is deformity of the elbow he could have problems. If you suspect that see an Orthopedic surgeon and have it looked at.
What is the best course of treatment for femur fracture?
No further treatment for the fracture if the bone properly heals. It can take up to 3-4 months to fully heal though. PT is usually needed to help strengthen your muscles following READ MORE
No further treatment for the fracture if the bone properly heals. It can take up to 3-4 months to fully heal though. PT is usually needed to help strengthen your muscles following that type of fracture. You should eventually be able to go back to everything you enjoy doing in time. Most importantly DON’T SMOKE ! Smoking slows bone healing and could lead to a non-Union which means tone isn’t healing and will require further surgery. Good luck !
Does a fracture take longer to heal when you have diabetes?
Yes especially if he is an insulin dependent diabetic. They have poor healing capacity due to several metabolic and vascular reasons. It’s very important for him to have good control READ MORE
Yes especially if he is an insulin dependent diabetic. They have poor healing capacity due to several metabolic and vascular reasons. It’s very important for him to have good control of his sugars
How do you prevent osteoporosis?
Usually for men, it does not occur until you are past the age of 65-70. If there is a hereditary predilection, be sure to have calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Weight bearing READ MORE
Usually for men, it does not occur until you are past the age of 65-70. If there is a hereditary predilection, be sure to have calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Weight bearing exercises like weightlifting and walking can keep your bones strong. Above all, do not smoke! Smoking causes early osteopenia among a host of other health problems. I can’t emphasize that enough! Good luck and stay healthy.
What can I do for son's shoulder pain?
He could have an A-C joint separation. I would recommend an X-ray to evaluate for that. Usually, the treatment is conservative, sling, and rest, followed by PT.
What is Morton's neuroma?
It is an overgrowth of a nerve between the toes, usually the first and second toe.
What are the symptoms of hip arthritis?
Arthritis of the hip causes pain in the groin region. Many time patients mistake buttock pain with hip pathology but pain in the buttock region is due to lower back arthritis or READ MORE
Arthritis of the hip causes pain in the groin region. Many time patients mistake buttock pain with hip pathology but pain in the buttock region is due to lower back arthritis or degenerative disc disease. The two problems are distinctly different and require different treatment. Both may respond to anti inflammatory meds like Motrin or naproxen. Good luck
My knee hurts a lot, what can I do?
Yes if the pain persists
Why does a broken hand need surgery?
It depends upon which bone you broke and how much displacement there is. Surgery will place the bones back in there anatomic alignment so that it will heal correctly. Without doing READ MORE
It depends upon which bone you broke and how much displacement there is. Surgery will place the bones back in there anatomic alignment so that it will heal correctly. Without doing that you could have long term issues. Good luck
Will a CT scan of my spine show how to treat my injury?
The CT is diagnostic only, it will not treat the problem. It will help to determine what to do
Is there any way to ease sciatic nerve pain?
Yes there is. Try piriformis stretching exercises as well as hamstring stretching. There are also McConnell stretching exercises that you can look up on the net. If that doesn’t READ MORE
Yes there is. Try piriformis stretching exercises as well as hamstring stretching. There are also McConnell stretching exercises that you can look up on the net. If that doesn’t help you will need to see your doctor for an MRI of your lumbar spine.
Right shoulder pain at night--what's causing it?
Only if the pain is traveling down your arm would I suspect a neck problem. It could be a rotator cuff issue. If you’re under 50 then it’s not likely rotator cuff. It could be READ MORE
Only if the pain is traveling down your arm would I suspect a neck problem. It could be a rotator cuff issue. If you’re under 50 then it’s not likely rotator cuff. It could be another type of joint problem. You should have it looked at at some point
What's causing my collarbone pain?
It could be a strain or also a sign of neck problems. See your doctor or Orthopedic surgeon if the pain persists
My son has tension in his legs from playing basketball. How can I help him?
PT can help tremendously. Hamstring stretching and hip flexor stretching as well
Will my surgery end my career?
Not necessarily. It really depends upon what your condition is and what type of surgery you require. There are plenty of examples where high level athletes, as well as football READ MORE
Not necessarily. It really depends upon what your condition is and what type of surgery you require. There are plenty of examples where high level athletes, as well as football players have been able to return to their game. Just to name a few, Payton Manning, Tiger Woods, and a defensive back from MSU named Amp Champbell. He went on to become an All-American. So, it just depends upon your position and what surgery you will undergo. All the best to you and keep your head up!
Does tennis elbow require a surgery?
About 95% of patients with tennis elbow will not require operative treatment. It may take up to 4-6 months of conservative treatment to resolve. Having said that, of those patients READ MORE
About 95% of patients with tennis elbow will not require operative treatment. It may take up to 4-6 months of conservative treatment to resolve. Having said that, of those patients that I have treated operatively, 100% of those patients symptoms have resolved and they were able to return to full activity. Recovery period varied between 3-6 wks.
