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Dr. Clive M. Segil, M.D.

Orthopedist

Dr. Clive Segil is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Segil specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Segil tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
62 years Experience
Dr. Clive M. Segil, M.D.
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Univ Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa
  • Accepting new patients

How can I treat a dull pain in my neck?

See an orthopedic spine surgeon

What are the treatment options for a neck sprain?

Many. See an orthopedic spinal surgeon.

What could be the cause of my hip pain?

Many causes. Need to see an Orthopedic Surgeon.

How long does hip surgery last?

In my hands a life time

How long do you stay in the hospital after elbow surgery?

Depends on the type of elbow surgery. Usually 1 day.

Are there any stretches I can do to correct shoulder pain?

Both hands behind your head pushing back with your elbows, both hands behind your upper back going as high as you can, reaching all the way up to the sky.

Are there any exercises I can do to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome?

Your symptoms described very briefly suggest you do not have carpal tunnel compression syndrome. Normal hand strengthening exercises using a hand Spring device from Big 5 could READ MORE
Your symptoms described very briefly suggest you do not have carpal tunnel compression syndrome. Normal hand strengthening exercises using a hand Spring device from Big 5 could help.

Will my surgery end my career?

Yes. Do not have any surgery until you have seen the best orthopedic spine surgeon.

What should I do for son's chronic knee pain?

Based on this information, he should see an orthopedic surgeon.

Should I be avoiding exercise with scoliosis?

Don’t stop exercising

Is knee surgery advisable for a person who is 78 years old?

Yes provided the person is in reasonable health

My mother is going in for a Hip replacement surgery. What should I ask the doctor?

- Does she have pain that wakens her up at night? - Can she sit in a tub or very low chair? - Does she have difficulty putting on socks and shoes? If the Dr. does not ask READ MORE
- Does she have pain that wakens her up at night?
- Can she sit in a tub or very low chair?
- Does she have difficulty putting on socks and shoes?

If the Dr. does not ask these questions, leave. The Dr. should in great detail outline the risks of the surgery and should listen patiently to all questions and if he/she cannot do this, again walk out and leave.

Stabbing knee pain when lying down sleeping

You need to be seen and examined by an Orthopaedic Surgeon

I have chronic knee pain

Answer to the Knee problem From the brief description, you may be a candidate for a knee replacement. However, I'm an academic orthopaedic surgeon and could never advise without READ MORE
Answer to the Knee problem

From the brief description, you may be a candidate for a knee replacement. However, I'm an academic orthopaedic surgeon and could never advise without seeing you, taking a detailed history, a complete knee examination and reviewing current X-rays including weight bearing views', then you get a well thought out and correct opinion.

Dr Clive Segil, M.D