Firas Kawtharani
Orthopedist
305 W 15th Suite 101 Liberal KS, 67901About
Dr. Firas Kawtharani is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Liberal, KS. Dr. Kawtharani specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Kawtharani 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.
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Will my pregnancy leg pain get better after delivery?
It should get better however few conditions can remain and need workup and treatment READ MORE
What is the cause of loss of bone density?
Many reasons are behind osteoporosis but these are mainly age, female gender, genetics, Vitamin D deficiency, chronic diseases, disuse osteoporosis etc... READ MORE
My brother has been diagnosed with tennis elbow. According to you what will be the best course of treatment?
Non steroidal antiimflammatories with physical therapy and compression bracing is the first line of treatment READ MORE
My knee is feeling tender and is slightly red. There is also some pain when I bend it. Should I use ice or heat?
Use ice but have it checked out if you have worsening redness, limitation of motion and pain on weight bearing because those signs could be associated with joint infection READ MORE
Does a sprain require me to be on bedrest?
typically low ankle sprains are treated with elevation, relative rest and ice, compression for the first week with full weight bearing followed by physical therapy and muscle strenghening READ MORE
Can lifting weights in the gym cause my bones to become weak?
Lifting weights under the guidance of a professional strengthens muscles and bones and actually promotes healthy bone remodeling. READ MORE
What is the best way to manage osteoarthritis?
OA is prevalent with age and the best way to manage it is to target the specific joint with conservative measures initially mainly antiflammatories, physical therapy and keeping active READ MORE
How long does one take to recover from a back surgery?
Typically 3 to 6 months depending on the procedure. Physical therapy can play a role in improving your recovery READ MORE
Shoulder imbalances
There are many possibilities involved, the fact that you have no pain is reassuring but I would have it examined by your local physician READ MORE
What is clubfoot and how is it treated?
Clubfoot is a congenital foot deformity that is typically treated with serial casts using the Ponsetti technique in infancy. READ MORE
My right ankle seems to be swollen but there is no pain. Should I try ice therapy to reduce the swelling?
Yes you can try ice and elevation but if the swelling persists I would have it checked out. READ MORE
I have accidentally put excess weight on my operated foot and it's now swollen. Please help.
Ice, elevation, compression READ MORE
For my knee pain should I use hot treatment or cold?
Alternating hot and cold helps but finding the root cause of the pain is essential READ MORE
What is the best course of treatment for femur fracture?
It depends on the fracture but typically ambulatoon with weight bearing as instructed by your surgeon follows with gradual return to activities of daily living in the first 3 months and athletic activities after 6 months READ MORE
Is hip surgery advisable for an 80 year old?
Yes a hip surgery and preferably in the first 72 hours is needed to improve chances of survival after a hip fracture otherwise staying in bed will expose him to possible pneumonia, bed sores and blood clots. READ MORE
Can a fracture during childhood cause problems 10 years later?
There is a possibility of symptoms being related to a remote elbow fracture. An evaluation is necessary ho determine that possibility READ MORE
Are bone degenerative diseases hereditary?
Bone degenerative diseases and mainly osteoarthritis have a genetic component but above all it is a result of advancing age and wear and tear. A healthy balanced diet and healthy and gentle daily exercise can help a great deal in preventing and alleviating the symptoms caused by degenerative arthritis READ MORE
Pain in right arm
Sometimes a shoulder pathology can cause deltoid referred pain which might be the pain felt in your right arm. Another possibility is a cervical spine condition or just a muscle spasm. I would apply ice and take ibuprofen or Aleve and observe it for a while. If not resolving then a evaluation by a physician is needed READ MORE
I have recently developed hammer toes. Can it be treated?
Yes it can be treated early on with a soft tissue procedure and later on by a fusion procedure READ MORE
Is sciatica permanent or can it be cured?
Sciatica is a vague diagnosis and a dynamic one too. It can be caused by a disc protrusion in your spine which may resolve with conservative measures. So it is not a permanent label and can resolve by conservative measures and unfortunately sometimes, if severe and causing weakness, needs a surgical intervention READ MORE
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