Dr. Mark A Burt MD
Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine
11550 Common Oaks Drive #100 Raleigh NC, 27614About
Dr. Mark Burt is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, NC. Dr. Burt specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries, diseases and disorders of the body's musculoskeletal system. As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Burt treats bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopedic surgeon who specializes in: sports medicine injuries, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, fracture care, carpal tunnel surgery, trigger finger surgery, meniscus tears, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff tear repair, etc. Board Certified by American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Fellow in American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. Certificate of added qualification of Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery. http://orthodoc.aaos.org/markburt/index.cfm https://emergeortho.com/
Education and Training
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI BA 1990
Wayne State University Medical School, Detroit, MI MD 1995
Tulane University Medical School Department of Orthopedic Surgery, New Orleans, LA MD 2000
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1995
Wayne State University School of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Dr. Mark A Burt MD's Expert Contributions
What can I do to manage Rhabdomyolysis?
First, you must determine the cause of your rhabdomyolysis. Often, one must increase your hydration e.g., drinking more water, IV fluids at a hospital if needed. Consult with your primary care physician. READ MORE
How soon can I resume swimming after a back surgery?
You may need to confirm with your spine surgeon but you should be able to return to swimming gradually if no objection by your spine surgeon. READ MORE
What kind of doctor should I see after potential knee injury?
Orthopedic surgeon READ MORE
How are pulled muscles treated while lifting weights?
Usually, rest, and ice to reduce inflammation. Then warm moist heat to gently stretch muscle prior to stretching/ home exercise program. If hurting after stretching/HEP then ice x 20 minutes every couple of hours to reduce pain and inflammation. May return to lifting/working out once full motion without pain and good strength. Mild strains can take 2-4 weeks to resolve, moderate strains can take 4-6 weeks to resolve and severe can take up to 12 weeks to fully heal and then gradual return to activities. READ MORE
How can I manage my blood sugar while running?
Usually, eating proteins and/or proteins with carbohydrates will help stabilize your blood sugar levels. Eat 30-45 minutes before exercising - usually a portion the size of your fist or smaller. Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated. READ MORE
Is an ankle sprain serious?
Ankle sprains range from mild/grade 1 sprain heal in 1-2 weeks (mild swelling a size of a grape to golf ball size). Moderate/grade 2 sprains heal in 4-6 weeks (moderate swelling and bruising, a size of tennis ball). Severe/grade 3 sprains heal in 6-12 weeks (severe swelling and bruising - size of baseball or softball). READ MORE
I have sharp knee pain after doing squats in the gym. What should I do?
Rest, ice, over-the-counter medications. If swelling, locking, catching, buckling, giving away, or mechanical instability, you may want to schedule an appointment for further evaluation and testing. READ MORE
My son complains of headache after playing sports. What could be the reason?
Sometimes it can be from dehydration and not drinking enough water. You may want to discuss with his pediatrician. READ MORE
How can I increase my strength to play cricket?
Usually you need to make sure you are healthy enough to start an exercise program, i.e., no uncontrolled blood pressure, sugar/diabetes, heart, etc. If your primary care provider deems you healthy enough to start an exercise routine, then start with stretching, flexibility program every day, and every other day start a progressive resistive exercise program after adequately stretching and warming up. Increase your activity level about 10% per week. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest/sleep to recover. READ MORE
How can I treat cramps while running?
Cramps can be caused by many factors: dehydration (not drinking plenty of water), poor diet (not a balanced diet), poor quality/old (worn out) shoes, lack of warm stretching/flexibility program, poor circulation, etc. You may want to discuss with your primary care provider for an evaluation and possibly laboratory testing. READ MORE
Why do I feel dizzy while playing badminton?
There are many causes of dizziness: for example - blood pressure issues, dehydration (not drinking enough water), heart issues, irregular heart beat, low blood sugar, over heating (hot sun), etc. You may want to discuss further with your primary care physician. READ MORE
I have sore knees from running. Will ice compression help?
Yes, ice 20 minutes every 2-3 hours. Place ice over a thin towel to avoid freezing the skin (i.e., frost bite). Rest, ice, and compression will help. Mark Burt, M.D. READ MORE
Is it safe to play badminton after a hand fracture?
Usually, your treating physician should guide him on return to play. A cast is usually used until sufficient bone healing to start motion. To fully heal on X-rays can take 3-5 months. He may not be healed enough to resume all activities. Mark Burt, M.D. READ MORE
How can I increase my daughter's muscle strength?
She should not need any supplements. A good balanced diet which includes calcium rich and protein rich foods. Dairy products, e.g., milk, cheese, yogurts, etc. Protein-rich foods include meat, chicken, fish, turkey, etc. Mark Burt M.D. READ MORE
How much water should one consume after playing?
You should be hydrating with water before, during, and after sports participation. Your urine should like similar to water if you are drinking/hydrating sufficiently. Urine should not be a dark yellow - if it is, you are behind on your hydration/water intake. READ MORE
Is it advisable for a heavier person to start weight lifting?
Lower weights with higher repetitions. Heavier weights or being heavy does indeed stress your joints. Weight reduction is beneficial to your joints and overall health. Avoid high-impact activities - excessive running, jumping, etc. Low-impact - walking, bicycling, elliptical training or pool training. Stretching and flexibility program each day. READ MORE
How can I cope with a high intesity cardio workout?
One should only increase the intensity of workouts only by 10% per week. Breathless and dizziness means you may be pushing too hard; you should back off a bit. You should be able to carry on a conversation while exercising and not be breathless nor dizzy. READ MORE
Are there any anti-inflammatory medicines I can take after running?
There are many over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications you may take if you have no medical contraindications to those medicines; but, you may need to have your knees evaluated as to why there is swelling....could be arthritis, or cartilage tears. Ice and compression will also reduce swelling and inflammation. READ MORE
How should I prevent any knee injuries while playing hockey?
A sport conditioning program is helpful. Strengthening and flexibility is important. You may get hinged knee braces to help protect your knees, but a home exercise program is very important to protect your knees. Also, a sport specific training program is very helpful. Braces cannot protect from all injuries, and wearing braces without a conditioning program may actually weaken your muscles which support your knee, thereby making your knees more vulnerable to injury. READ MORE
What does sports rehabilitation include?
Sports specific training/rehabilitation is geared towards specific sports activities, e.g., throwing, running, jumping, etc. Stretching and flexibility programs are very important in maintaining and preventing injuries. It is important to regain your muscle strength, endurance, balance, and pain-free motion before returning to play. READ MORE
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Herniated Disc
- Pain
- Patellar Tendonitis
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
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