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Dr. Lawrence Shall, MD
Orthopedist
Dr. Lawrence Shall is a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner in Virginia Beach, VA. As a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner, Dr. Shall is trained to assess, diagnose, prevent, and treat sports injuries in patients of all ages, and refer those patients to further services if needed. Sports Medicine Family Practitioners must complete specialized training in order to help each patient maximize function and improve quality of life.
45 years
Experience
Dr. Lawrence Shall, MD
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Medical College of Ohio
- Accepting new patients
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What are some stretches I can do before my gymnastics meet?
Calf stretches can be found on the internet.
Can overexertion lead to sport injuries?
Unlikely at 25. Something else is going on.
How can I prevent baseball injuries?
You should be on a maintenance thrower's rehab program. Ask your trainer.
Did my son pull or tear a leg muscle?
12 year olds don't usually pull muscles. Something else is going on. See a doctor.
What is the treatment for tennis elbow?
1) rehab
2) injection
3) surgery
2) injection
3) surgery
Can foot massages help athletes?
They are for comfort only. If you like them go ahead
Will my high school son ever be the same for sports playing?
Many of the post-op knees go on to play at the same level as before injury. Have him give it his "best shot."
Can my son benefit from massage therapy if he plays sports?
Symptomatic relief only, won't cure injury.
How long is the recovery from Tommy John surgery?
Ulnar nerve instability did NOT come from 1 pitch. Recovery from this surgery is at least 6 months. Higher level athletes can come back from this injury.
Why do I have sharp abdominal pain when I run?
You need to see your doctor.
Are protein shakes good for health?
No but they won't do any harm if done in moderation
I have a strain in my back after playing hockey. Should I try warm water therapy to ease it?
It should make you feel better but won't cure injury
My son twisted his ankle while playing football. How can we help him?
1) X-ray to rule out fracture
2) Brace
3) Rehab
2) Brace
3) Rehab
I have pulled my muscle from running. Will a hot shower help?
It should help.
My son had an open heart surgery. Can he resume his sports again?
You'll need to ask the cardiologist.
When can my daughter play sports again?
She needs rehab post-immobilization, usually about 3 months. Recurrent shoulder instability is common in this age group.
What is the recovery like from tommy john surgery?
Tommy John (ulnar nerve instability) is very unusual in this age group. See a specialist.
My son has dislocated his shoulder twice from playing baseball. Will this have an effect on him in the future?
He needs surgery now. Post-traumatic arthritis of the shoulder may occur later in life.
