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33 years
Experience
Mr. Richard C. Rooney, M.D.
- Seattle, WA
- United States Military Academy, West Point
- Accepting new patients
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What impact can my excess weight have on my knees?
Excess weight can have a negative impact both biomechanically by increasing the load on the joint, but also because the leptin levels in the blood go up and that has an association READ MORE
Excess weight can have a negative impact both biomechanically by increasing the load on the joint, but also because the leptin levels in the blood go up and that has an association with progressive arthritis.
partial vs full joint replacment
Sometimes only part of the joint is arthritic and that can be treated with a partial joint replacement.
My husband is having a growth in ankle bone. Does it need surgery?
It may require surgery. It depends on what is causing the growth.
I have a bulge in my back bone at the bottom. Can it be treated with surgery?
Surgery may be an option.
We believe my mother dislocated her shoulder. What should we do?
She needs an X-ray to confirm it is either dislocated or not.
Can joint pain be considered as a symptom for gout?
It could be. A complete history and exam of your knee is required to tell for sure.
I am having a severe pain in my neck post an accident. What can i do?
See your physician who can examine you and do the appropriate imaging (CT, MRI, or X-Ray)
How is sciatica pain diagnosed?
Thorough physical exam and history by a doctor.
I think I dislocated my knee, and it is hurting a lot. What should I do?
If the pain is more than mild and transient you should see your doctor.
What are the key dietary supplements recommended for bone health after 40?
An appropriate diet will be sufficient. If you are deficient in vitamins and minerals then supplements are appropriate. Your doctor can test and determine what supplements you READ MORE
An appropriate diet will be sufficient. If you are deficient in vitamins and minerals then supplements are appropriate. Your doctor can test and determine what supplements you may need.
How long does a hip replacement take to heal?
That's difficult to answer. It may take up to a year though.
Joint pain
What is the joint pain from?
Can gout be treated permanently or does it come back?
Gout can be managed permanently.
I fell and have been recommended hip surgery. What are the preparatory steps?
That's too difficult to answer without more information.
What is the course of treatment for a slip disc?
That's hard to answer without more specific information.
Does a heel bone fracture require a surgery?
Severe ones can, yes.
Can heel spurs be treated?
Stretching and ice to start, then over the counter anti-inflammatories prior to seeing your regular doctor if the symptoms don't resolve is usually the appropriate first step.
