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Dr. Robert Nirschl, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert Nirschl is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, VA. Dr. Nirschl specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Nirschl 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.
67 years
Experience
Dr. Robert Nirschl, M.D.
- Arlington, VA
- Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi
- Accepting new patients
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Foot pain?
If you are a runner could be a stress fracture. Might be wise to get an x-ray.
If one doctor doesn't recommend surgery because of thinning blood?
With microscopic disc surgery bleeding to death would be highly unlikely. A more pertinent concern would be bleeding around and scarring the spinal nerves thus the success of the READ MORE
With microscopic disc surgery bleeding to death would be highly unlikely. A more pertinent concern would be bleeding around and scarring the spinal nerves thus the success of the surgery would be compromised.
Feet go purple with white blotches?
If it doesn’t go away in 2 months consider having your doctor order a blood vessel test.
I'm in a lot of pain?
Need an orthopedic surgeon, a primary care physician, and a pain management doctor to work together to coordinate your care.
Knee buckling?
I may have an ACL tear. I need to see an orthopedic surgeon.
What is causing my back pain?
Likely nerve pinch either from neck or suprascapular nerve. Heavy book bag and muscle weakness are often factors. Need spine improvement exercise and lighter book bag.If no help READ MORE
Likely nerve pinch either from neck or suprascapular nerve. Heavy book bag and muscle weakness are often factors. Need spine improvement exercise and lighter book bag.If no help sees an orthopedic surgeon.
How long does it take to recover from ACL tear without surgery?
Good quality rehab exercise plus brace about 3-4 months.If you have additional damages such as meniscal tears or hope to do sports non-surgical approach may not be enough.
Physical activity level?
Stationary bike and light weight lifting exercises might help.For accurate dignity and treatment plan see an orthopedic surgeon.
What causes bad heel pain?
Most common cause is plantar fasciitis.Try simple orthotic insoles as a treatment starter.
My girlfriend has pain after her shoulder blade popped?
May have popped shoulder blade nerve.Massage may help.If no help see an orthopedic surgeon.
Long-term knee pain?
May have Osgood-Schlatters growth line irritation.If so pain usually goes away when full growth is complete.
Wrist injury?
May have Dequervains Tendinosis if on thumb side also known as French Washer Woman’s Disease.If so a cortisone injection usually helps if the pain is bad enough.See an orthopedic READ MORE
May have Dequervains Tendinosis if on thumb side also known as French Washer Woman’s Disease.If so a cortisone injection usually helps if the pain is bad enough.See an orthopedic surgeon for an accurate diagnosis
Emergency or not?
May have a cellulitis skin infection.Need to get the swelling out plus antibiotics.See your doctor pronto.
Can massage help foot pain?
Sometimes,depends on cause of the problem
Can a bulging disc heal on its own?
Bulging disc is an anatomical finding usually noted on MRI.Small bulges are generally of no clinical consequence.Large bulging with spinal stenosis is another matter and generally READ MORE
Bulging disc is an anatomical finding usually noted on MRI.Small bulges are generally of no clinical consequence.Large bulging with spinal stenosis is another matter and generally do not resolve.
How can I strengthen my ankle after surgery?
Work with a physical therapist.Learn the exercises and continue at home.
What exercises should I do after lower back surgery?
Work with a physical therapist,learn the exercises and continue at home.Make sure your surgeon is in the loop.
How long should you wear a back brace for back pain?
You need to do core abdominal muscle exercise along with the brace.Stop the brace when the pain is gone.
How long after ankle fracture surgery can I walk?
Depends on the fracture. Is it malleolus, talus, or tibia? How stable is the repair? Need your surgeon's advice.
Does a back brace help a herniated disc?
Back brace is helpful but only one part of the treatment.Work with your doctor and physical therapist.
