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Back pain?
Unfortunately, your condition is far to complex to give any answers without knowing exactly what is going on in your neck, shoulders and back. A complete examination and X-rays READ MORE
Unfortunately, your condition is far to complex to give any answers without knowing exactly what is going on in your neck, shoulders and back. A complete examination and X-rays with complementary MRIs are indicated.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Big trouble for ankle/calf?
With progressive weakness, increasing pain, and weakness, it is necessary for you to consult a neurologist who can recommend appropriate testing and surgery if indicated. Unfortunately, READ MORE
With progressive weakness, increasing pain, and weakness, it is necessary for you to consult a neurologist who can recommend appropriate testing and surgery if indicated. Unfortunately, without examining you and getting at least some X-rays, I am unable to make any kind of diagnosis.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Numbness in leg?
Leg numbness is often caused by herniated discs. It is rare for the entire leg to become numb. Is your foot warm and pink? If not, you may have a blood clot. You should contact READ MORE
Leg numbness is often caused by herniated discs. It is rare for the entire leg to become numb. Is your foot warm and pink? If not, you may have a blood clot. You should contact your doctor immediately.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
What ointment is good for bunions?
Unfortunately, there are no ointments which will cure a bunion. For pain, you could try Voltaren cream. You also should wear wide shoes to decrease the pressure.
What should I do?
You should at least have the fluid removed and sent for examination. It is likely you now have some type of inflammatory arthritis. Blood tests are also indicated before any more READ MORE
You should at least have the fluid removed and sent for examination. It is likely you now have some type of inflammatory arthritis. Blood tests are also indicated before any more tests such as MRI are done.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Lower back?
Hard to tell from your description of the fall, but you might have sustained a fracture and should undergo at least X-rays and probably an MRI if the X-rays are negative.
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Hard to tell from your description of the fall, but you might have sustained a fracture and should undergo at least X-rays and probably an MRI if the X-rays are negative.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Ankle pain?
Unfortunately, it sounds like you may have sustained some nerve damage. As a first step, I would recommend a new EMG of your leg and foot as well as and MRI to check if there is READ MORE
Unfortunately, it sounds like you may have sustained some nerve damage. As a first step, I would recommend a new EMG of your leg and foot as well as and MRI to check if there is any ligament weakness.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Which is better for shoulder strain?
In this situation, I believe the Ibuprofen would be more effective.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Will I be able to bend my toe after bunion surgery?
Yes, after bunion correction, you should have normal, if not improved, toe function.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Can you get a bunion by your pinky toe?
Yes, it is called a bunionette.
Christopher B Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
How should I sleep after lumbar surgery?
Position is a personal decision. There is no one position which is better. You should find a position which is comfortable for you.
Does a dislocated elbow require surgery?
Sometimes if the ligaments are severely damaged or there is a fracture, which is common in adults, but not in infants.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Broken fibula?
I think you probably sprained your ankle. Certainly at your age the fibula was well healed. If pain persists, a new X-ray is indicated.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, READ MORE
I think you probably sprained your ankle. Certainly at your age the fibula was well healed. If pain persists, a new X-ray is indicated.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Should I see an orthopedist or podiatrist for ankle pain?
I would recommend you see an orthopedic foot and ankle specialist. If the ankle is swollen and warm and you have not had an injury, you might consider seeing a rheumatologist.
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I would recommend you see an orthopedic foot and ankle specialist. If the ankle is swollen and warm and you have not had an injury, you might consider seeing a rheumatologist.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Is walking barefoot good for flat feet?
It doesn't make any difference if you walk barefoot. If your flat feet are painful, then using an arch support could be helpful.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
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It doesn't make any difference if you walk barefoot. If your flat feet are painful, then using an arch support could be helpful.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Should I sleep with a knee brace on?
It depends on why you are wearing the knee brace. Most conditions which require a brace (instability) do not require the brace in bed.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, READ MORE
It depends on why you are wearing the knee brace. Most conditions which require a brace (instability) do not require the brace in bed.
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Do orthopaedic surgeons work on shoulders?
Absolutely!
What are swollen ankles a sign of?
This could mean venous insufficiency, heart failure, too much sitting in an obese person or unlikely or possible inflammatory arthritis.
Christopher B Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, READ MORE
This could mean venous insufficiency, heart failure, too much sitting in an obese person or unlikely or possible inflammatory arthritis.
Christopher B Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Christopher B Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
What impact can my excess weight have on my knees?
A moderate amount of excess weight should not be damaging to your knees, especially if you are exercising. Most damage is due to repetitive trauma or a severe injury.
Severe trapezoid strain
You need to consult with a shoulder/sports medicine specialist. You sound like you have symptoms of rotator cuff disease.
