EXPERT
Dr. Walter P. Jacobsen, DO
Neurosurgeon
Dr. Walter Jacobsen practices Neurological Surgery in Milwaukee, WI. As a Spinal Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Jacobsen prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems.
Dr. Jacobsen specializes in Spinal deformity surgery, Scoliosis, Minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal oncology, degenerative spinal conditions, spinal trauma, spinal fractures, degenerative disc disease, spinal arthritis
Dr. Jacobsen specializes in Spinal deformity surgery, Scoliosis, Minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal oncology, degenerative spinal conditions, spinal trauma, spinal fractures, degenerative disc disease, spinal arthritis
18 years
Experience
Dr. Walter P. Jacobsen, DO
- Milwaukee, WI
- DO Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago, IL
- Accepting new patients
Back Pain Identification
Back pain is one of the most common conditions affecting Americans each year. It is estimated that 80-90 percent of our population will experience back pain significant enough...
Is mild stroke serious?
Any stroke is serious. And it is also important to take the appropriate measures to prevent another stroke event
Should stroke patients get physical therapy?
Yes physical therapy is helpful after a stroke
Can a pinched nerve cause tingling all over the body?
No a pinched nerve should not cause tingling all over the body
Can nerve damage in a finger repair itself?
Your nerve can regrow if it is not completely severed
How does a neurologist check for nerve damage in a child's brain?
Usually with an mri and an eeg
How long after a stroke should you get physical therapy?
Starting physical therapy after medical stabilization is the most ideal
Can a nerve cause swelling?
A nerve itself can swell. And if interaction to a limb is damaged, a decrease in limb function can reduce blood drainage and can swell
What happens if you hit a nerve with a needle?
Ya can have nerve damage occur, but usually the nerve will heal
Can you recover from stroke at home?
Yes after they have become medically stable and are placed on the correct medications.
Is migraine surgery successful?
There are not good options for surgery to treat migraines
Do blood thinners prevent stroke?
Yes blood thinners can decrease the risk of stroke
Burning sensation?
Yes it can. That would lead to spinal cord injury
How do neurologists treat nerve pain?
Neurologists would prescribe medications for the pain
What kind of doctor takes care of nerve damage?
A neurosurgeon treats damaged nerves
Can stroke patients exercise?
Yes once cleared by their physician
Does a neurologist treat sciatica?
Usually a neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon would treat sciatica
Can you cure brain aneurysms?
Yes an aneurysm can be clipped or coiled and eliminated
Lump on spine?
You should have this evaluated by a physician.
Can brain stroke patients recover fully?
Yes some minor strokes or TIAs can fully recover
What rehabilitation is good after a stroke?
Rehab specific for stroke and emphasizing on their disability would be best
