Dr. Christopher Reid West M.D.
Orthopedist
200 Hawkins Dr Dept Of Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Christopher West is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. West specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. West 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.
Provider Details
Dr. Christopher Reid West M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Christopher Reid West M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Muscle Relaxants for Fibromyalgia
What is fibromyalgia?Fibromyalgia is known as a muscle-related pain syndrome or myofascial pain syndrome. It can be due to a general type of pain such as muscle pain or back pain, and certain tender areas in the body. Individuals suffering from fibromyalgia would have various tender spots in the...
- What Are the Risks of Carpal Tunnel Surgery?
Carpal tunnel surgery is a procedure done to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. The surgical procedure involves the severing of a ligament referred to as the transverse carpal ligament so that the pressure it was exerting on the median nerve gets released.The pressure exerted on the median nerve causes...
- Plantar Fasciitis: Treatment and Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
Meaning of Plantar FasciitisOne of the most common causes of heel pain is called plantar fasciitis. A flat band of ligament or tissue connects the heel bone to the toes. This ligament is called the plantar fascia, which also provides support to the arch of the foot. If the plantar fascia is...
- Recovery from Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery is usually done to cut the transverse carpal ligament. This ligament is one of the most important parts of the hand. It holds the bones and muscles of your hand together, which means that once it is severed, then your hand loses a very important part, and regaining its previous...
- How to Treat a Sprained Ankle
Ankle sprains are a very common ailment, particularly of women who have the habit of wearing high heels. Ankle sprains refer to the condition in which one of the ligaments in the ankle is injured. A history of ankle sprains will eventually make an individual prone to ankle sprains. Landing the foot...
- Reasons Why You Need a Laminectomy
What is laminectomy?If you have back pain that is severe enough to interfere with your day-to-day activities and other medications fail to work, you might eventually need surgery to get it fixed. Laminectomy is the surgical procedure that will be performed on your back in this case. It involves the...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Ryan K Takenaga M.D.200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Jared L Michalson M.D.200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Joshua Tennant M.D.200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Cory G Christiansen M.D.2751 Northgate Drive Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Stuart L Weinstein MD200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242
- Dr. Nicolas O. Noiseux MD200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City IA 52242