Dr. Von L Evans MD
Orthopedist
215 OLD HIGHWAY 1187 BURLESON TX, 76028Rating
5/5
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Dr. Von Evans is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in BURLESON, TX. Dr. Evans specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Evans 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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Do I need surgery?
A comparison xray of the opposite wrist can tell you if changes seen are normal for you(they can be). If there is a difference an MRI can determine if acute or chronic. READ MORE
knee
It can take up to a year for all the stiffness to resolve. It it has slowly improved over time, give it more. If this is new and affecting your daily activities, see your surgeon. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from fractured elbow surgery?
There are different types of elbow fractures that can take differIng times to heal. In general, fractures requiring surgery take a minimum of 6-8 weeks to heal. Some fractures require strict immobilization and others require early movement. It could take 3 months plus before you are back to normal. Von L. Evans, Jr., MD READ MORE
What causes swollen ankle joints?
Good question, Ankle swelling can have many causes. Generalized swelling of both ankles may represent fluid retention. Multiple causes of this, from venous stasis (slow flow of blood up from the foot) all the way to heart failure (heart not pumping hard enough to help with blood return). It is best to see your primary care doctor as determining a cause will lead to proper treatment. Von L. Evans, Jr., MD READ MORE
How long does an arm fracture take to heal?
Depends on where the fracture is, but full, unlimited activity with no cast or splint is usually a minimum of 6-8 weeks. READ MORE
My son is having pain in his hand after his surgery. What painkillers would you recommend?
I would suggest you call your surgeon to see what they would recommend. READ MORE
Can a surgery treat gout?
Gout is usually treated with prescription medicine. Rarely is surgery necessary. READ MORE
What can I do for my son after his surgery for his fractured arm?
Fractures take several weeks to heal. The best advice is to follow the instructions of the surgeon. There really is no need for extra calcium, for example, but a balanced diet can be beneficial. READ MORE
Is knee surgery advisable for a person who is 78 years old?
If he has failed all conservative treatments such as cortisone injections and viscosupplementation, surgery may be an option depending on what other medical problems he has. Everyone is different and multiple factors must be considered. Consult with an othopedic surgeon to see if surgery is an option, but trying all conservative measures should be done before surgery. READ MORE
Locations of sacroiliac joint pain
There may be a component of SI joint pain, but the groin pain could indicate hip joint pain also. Von L Evans Jr MD READ MORE
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