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Dr. William Joseph Bose, MD

Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine

Dr. William Bose is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Mobile, AL. Dr. Bose specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Bose 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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38 years Experience
Dr. William Joseph Bose, MD
Specializes in:
  • Orthopedic Trauma
  • Mobile, AL
  • La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
  • Accepting new patients

How long does crush injury take to heal?

A long time. Several months. Key things to do are elevate, elevate, elevate, and move your fingers so they do not get stiff. The more severe the crush injury, the longer it takes READ MORE
A long time. Several months. Key things to do are elevate, elevate, elevate, and move your fingers so they do not get stiff. The more severe the crush injury, the longer it takes to heal.

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Dr. Bose

What is Morton's neuroma?

It's a pinched nerve in the foot. It's treated by shots at first. If this is not successful, surgery to remove the nerve may be necessary.

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Dr. Bose

Why does my back ache constantly?

There are dozens of reasons people have back pain. However, in a healthy 25-year-old, the most common reason is that your back muscles are not strong enough to withstand the stress READ MORE
There are dozens of reasons people have back pain. However, in a healthy 25-year-old, the most common reason is that your back muscles are not strong enough to withstand the stress you put on your back. Google Williams back exercises and do them every day. I bet in 1-2 months, your back doesn't hurt anymore.

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Dr. Bose

How much rest is needed before my back pain goes away?

The worst thing you should do for your back is rest. You back muscles are probably sore because the muscles are weak and cannot handle the stress.

How can my son recover from Plica syndrome?

Rest, ice and perhaps NSAIDS if he's over 12 years old. We usually do not like to inject knees in children. If 2-3 months go buy and there has been an honest, true effort to rest READ MORE
Rest, ice and perhaps NSAIDS if he's over 12 years old. We usually do not like to inject knees in children. If 2-3 months go buy and there has been an honest, true effort to rest (no running), then a scope may be considered.

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Dr. Bose

Why does my knee feel suddenly weak and buckle?

Yes is the answer. If your knee truly gives out on you and in particular it swells, then see an orthopedic surgeon. It could be a variety of things, but should be checked out. Hope READ MORE
Yes is the answer. If your knee truly gives out on you and in particular it swells, then see an orthopedic surgeon. It could be a variety of things, but should be checked out.

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Dr. Bose

Can overexertion result in spondylolysis?

No it cannot. It may aggravate a pre-existing spondylolysis.

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Dr. Bose

How can I reduce the growth of hammer toe?

The only way to slow down development of a hammer toe is to make sure your shoe wear is proper. Tight shoes promote hammer toes. Loose shoes do not. Hope it helps! Dr. Bose READ MORE
The only way to slow down development of a hammer toe is to make sure your shoe wear is proper. Tight shoes promote hammer toes. Loose shoes do not.

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Dr. Bose

My knee hurts a lot, what can I do?

Yes, you should see an Orthopaedic Surgeon.

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Dr. Bose

Will a CT scan of my spine show how to treat my injury?

The doctor is looking for a fracture or bone defect called a pars interarticularis defect that would explain or be the reason for your pain. These things don't always show up on READ MORE
The doctor is looking for a fracture or bone defect called a pars interarticularis defect that would explain or be the reason for your pain. These things don't always show up on a regular X-ray. Once they know the cause of your pain, the *proper* treatment can be started. Trust your doctor, he's doing the right thing.

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Dr. Bose

Why was my son sent home with fractured ribs?

99% of rib fractures heal without surgery and cause no long-term problems. Unless the lungs are punctured, generally people with rib fractures are not kept overnight in the hospital. READ MORE
99% of rib fractures heal without surgery and cause no long-term problems. Unless the lungs are punctured, generally people with rib fractures are not kept overnight in the hospital. The treatment is time and mild pain medication. Unfortunately, no brace or cast has been found an effective treatment, and in fact they cause complications like pneumonia. Encourage him to breath deep even though it may hurt, because it is the best way to avoid pneumonia.

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Dr. Bose

Why does a broken hand need surgery?

Without seeing the X-rays, I can't give a definitive answer. However, we do surgery on broken hand bones when the bones are not aligned properly. The plate and screws will hold READ MORE
Without seeing the X-rays, I can't give a definitive answer. However, we do surgery on broken hand bones when the bones are not aligned properly. The plate and screws will hold the bone aligned and still while the fracture heals.

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Bill Bose

How is osteochondritis treated?

Osteochondritis of the knee (called OCD) is when a small part of the bone dies and the underlying cartilage flakes off. The treatment is surgical. It can vary depending on the READ MORE
Osteochondritis of the knee (called OCD) is when a small part of the bone dies and the underlying cartilage flakes off. The treatment is surgical. It can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Often, we will drill holes into the defect to stimulate blood flow and healing. More extensive procedures like grafting new bone into the lesion may be necessary.

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Dr. Bose

Can typing be the cause of tennis elbow?

Usually not. Tennis elbow comes from forceful gripping. Gripping a tennis racket, hammer, weed trimmer, etc.

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Dr. Bose

Right shoulder pain at night--what's causing it?

There can be many many causes of shoulder pain. The most common cause however is something called impingement syndrome. Basically the rotator cuff tendon rubs on the shoulder bone READ MORE
There can be many many causes of shoulder pain. The most common cause however is something called impingement syndrome. Basically the rotator cuff tendon rubs on the shoulder bone causing pain and stiffness. Try advil, 3 tablets with each meal and try to avoid lifting your elbow above chest level for a couple of weeks. If the pain persists, see an Orthopedic doctor.

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Dr. Bose

What kind of doctor should I see after potential knee injury?

You should see a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon.

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Dr. Bose

Should I be avoiding exercise with scoliosis?

I am going to assume that your scoliosis is mild, and you are pain-free. If this is the case, then there is no reason why you cannot participate in sports. Running, cycling, and READ MORE
I am going to assume that your scoliosis is mild, and you are pain-free. If this is the case, then there is no reason why you cannot participate in sports. Running, cycling, and mild weight training are all fine and will not cause any problems with the scoliosis.

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Dr. Bose

Will my surgery end my career?

First, I'm sorry to hear about your back. Without knowing the particulars of your case, it would be difficult for me to answer your question. However, if the surgery is successful READ MORE
First, I'm sorry to hear about your back. Without knowing the particulars of your case, it would be difficult for me to answer your question. However, if the surgery is successful and you rehab properly, you could get back to playing. Whatever you do, don't rush it. Back surgery takes a long time to heal, but if you rush it, you may screw it up even more.
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Dr. Bose

My son has tension in his legs from playing basketball. How can I help him?

Lots of parents ask this question and most don't like the answer. He has an "overuse" injury. Try giving him Ibuprofen once or twice a day. Give him the dose on the bottle, or READ MORE
Lots of parents ask this question and most don't like the answer. He has an "overuse" injury. Try giving him Ibuprofen once or twice a day. Give him the dose on the bottle, or if he's over 100 lbs, give him 2 advil twice a day with food. However, the best way to decrease his pain or "tension" in his legs is to reduce his sports playing time per week.

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Dr. Bose

When is a sprain considered serious?

A sprain occurs when a ligament is partially torn, but the ligament retains its structural integrity. It would become "serious" when the entire ligament is torn. Hope it helps. Bose READ MORE
A sprain occurs when a ligament is partially torn, but the ligament retains its structural integrity. It would become "serious" when the entire ligament is torn.

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Bose