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...
How long is recovery for leg nerve surgery?
Recovery from the procedure is 4-6 weeks. The nerve itself can take many months to heal though
Can stroke patients drink alcohol?
Yes as long as it does not interfere with any medications.
How long does stroke rehab take?
Stroke rehab can go on for months and they may need on going therapy for life
Can stroke patients smoke?
Smoking increases the risk of having another stroke.
What does a brain aneurysm headache feel like?
A ruptured aneurysm is the worst headache of your life
What is the best treatment for sciatica?
Injections, physical therapy, pain medications and surgery are all good options
Should I see a neurosurgeon for neck pain?
Yes that would be a good place to start a work up for diagnosis
Inversion table?
Yes you can
What is the best painkiller for neuropathy?
Gabapentin or lyrica would be best
Can I get an MRI for my occipital neuralgia during Covid-19?
Yes you should be able to
Can spinal damage heal without surgery?
Your spinal cord can heal, but the pressure needs to be removed for it to heal as best as it can
Can the ER do anything for a pinched nerve?
The ER can help to diagnose what is causing the nerve pinching and order medications to help with the pain.
Can children test for neuropathy?
Yes an EMG can be performed
Can you drive after ulnar nerve surgery?
Yes you can drive once cleared by your surgeon
What can be done for my chronic severe nerve pain?
Yes, both could be options but first you need a diagnosis. You should have an mri for evaluation of the cervical spine and the shoulder
Do you need physical therapy after a spinal fusion?
Physical therapy is not always required after spinal fusion surgery.
Do neurosurgeons do spinal surgery?
Yes. Most neurosurgeons perform spinal surgeries
Can MS go undiagnosed for years?
Yes MS can be slowly progressive and as a result may not be diagnosed for quite a while
Do neurosurgeons only do surgery?
Neurosurgeons help with a wide spectrum of conditions but mostly we help with surgical options
What's done for lytic lesions on my skull?
Either observation of the lesion or removal and testing for diagnosis are the best options
