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Dennis L. Armstrong

Orthopedist

Dr. Dennis L. Armstrong is a top Orthopedist in Mesa, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Dennis L. Armstrong is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Dennis L. Armstrong is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Dennis L. Armstrong is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Mesa, Arizona, Dr. Dennis L. Armstrong is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dennis L. Armstrong
  • Mesa, Arizona
  • Wayne State University School of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Femur related questions?

In view of the fact that it has been 4 years, there are a few points to make in  answering your question.  1. have there been any difficulties with your recovery, slow healing, READ MORE
In view of the fact that it has been 4 years, there are a few points to make in  answering your question.  1. have there been any difficulties with your recovery, slow healing, infection, prolonged time to achieve pain relief, or pain at this time, as well as leg lengths.  2. you need to be evaluated to answer your question of removal   3. the procedure of removal may be difficult due to the duration of implantation, but evaluation with your orthopaedist should help you answer this question

How can you tell the difference between a fracture and a dislocation?

There are several variables to help decide if you can determine clinically or if X-ray is necessary to determine the type. (Ultimately, the injury will require an X-ray for details.) READ MORE
There are several variables to help decide if you can determine clinically or if X-ray is necessary to determine the type. (Ultimately, the injury will require an X-ray for details.) Location, dislocations only can occur within a joint, fractures can occur throughout the substance of the bone. Nature of the occurrence usually will help, i.e., position, hyper flexion or extension of the joint, activity during occurrence, appearance of the area in question may assist, as well as gentle palpation, is crepitation observed. So, a good history and exam is going to give you a good impression, but best to follow up with an X-ray.

I have a bulge in my back bone at the bottom. Can it be treated with surgery?

There are a lot of possibilities as to what the bulge is, soft tissue, cyst, bones are the most likely. The history is essential, how long has it been present, any direct or indirect READ MORE
There are a lot of possibilities as to what the bulge is, soft tissue, cyst, bones are the most likely. The history is essential, how long has it been present, any direct or indirect that's, any tingling in your extremities as a start. X-rays are essential as well to start the workup to diagnose and then options of treatment can be considered.