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Dr. Klee S. Bethel, MD
Pain Management Specialist
Dr. Klee Bethel practices Pain Medicine in Mesa, AZ. Pain medicine is concerned with the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing pain. Pain medicine physicians use a broad-based approach to treat all pain disorders, ranging from pain as a symptom of disease to pain as the primary disease. Dr. Bethel serves as a consultant to other physicians but is often the principal treating physician, providing care at various levels; such as treating the patient directly, prescribing medication, prescribing rehabilitative services, performing pain relieving procedures, counseling patients and families, directing a multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other healthcare providers, and providing consultative services.
Dr. Klee S. Bethel, MD
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Post injury inflamation or not?
Common post injury soft tissue pain
I don't know what to do about my pain?
Sounds as if your pancreatitis may be the problem
Leg pain?
You should see an interventional pain physician as this may be sacroiliac related pain and can easily be treated by a pain physician without medication
I have a weak leg?
You need to have a vascular surgeon check the blood supply to that leg. If that is ok you need to be evaluated by an interventional pain or spine Dr.
Back cramps?
You probably have a condition called sacroiliitis. It is easily addressed and if it persists, you will want to see an interventional pain physician to treat it. Most likely it READ MORE
You probably have a condition called sacroiliitis. It is easily addressed and if it persists, you will want to see an interventional pain physician to treat it. Most likely it will resolve untreated at your age. Ibuprofen 200mg 3-4 times a day should help if needed.
Klee Bethel
Klee Bethel
Broken finger?
Doesn’t sound broken but an X-ray would show for sure
What’s the issue going on with my arm?
Can be muscles pinched the axial Larry nerve or it may be your cervical spine is laterally bent and pinching a cervical nerve root.
I have numbness in my hands and feet?
More likely a cervical stenosis issue, but cardiac causes would need to be ruled out as well as diabetes.
Hip replacement?
It is entirely possible the nerve or muscle or tendon did not recover following the operation. This may have been for many reasons, blood flow or the parts were too far apart to READ MORE
It is entirely possible the nerve or muscle or tendon did not recover following the operation. This may have been for many reasons, blood flow or the parts were too far apart to rejoin properly. Exercise is the best "cure."
Klee Bethel
Klee Bethel
Do painkillers help sciatica?
They may especially the anti-inflammatory medicine like ibuprofen or the nerve medication like gabapentin. Sometimes an injected steroid is necessary.
Which painkiller is best for migraines?
Of course the one that works for you is the best. You might try Ibuprofen, Imitrex, or Butalbitol and see. The last two are Rx, so you will have to work with your Dr.
Klee Bethel
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Of course the one that works for you is the best. You might try Ibuprofen, Imitrex, or Butalbitol and see. The last two are Rx, so you will have to work with your Dr.
Klee Bethel
Klee Bethel
How long do you need physical therapy after a hip replacement?
Until you are confident to continue the exercises on your own.
When should you go to physical therapy for back pain?
There is no set rule you should go to physical therapy and see how well you tolerate it if you tolerate it and you get better rather than worse then continue, obviously if it’s READ MORE
There is no set rule you should go to physical therapy and see how well you tolerate it if you tolerate it and you get better rather than worse then continue, obviously if it’s making it worse stop And you should see your physician for potential imaging.
Finally ruined my back. Ruining my life?
You might consider procedures that encourage your back to heal.
How long does it take to walk normally after a hip replacement?
Can be right away, a few months or rarely, never. Time will tell be patient.
How long does physical therapy last for vertigo?
Once the vertigo is completely gone, the relief from the Epley maneuvers can last years.
Can physical therapy heal a herniated disc?
No but given time your body will heal it.
Do physiatrists treat scoliosis?
Unfortunately you need to begin to think of how best to manage the scoliosis as there is no cure. A physiatrist can help you manage the problem.
Knee Cap Pain?
The next question to ask is, is the knee cap tender? Does it make the pain worse to put pressure on the knee cap and try to move the knee? If so, it may be chondromalacia.
Klee READ MORE
The next question to ask is, is the knee cap tender? Does it make the pain worse to put pressure on the knee cap and try to move the knee? If so, it may be chondromalacia.
Klee Bethel
Klee Bethel
When can you walk after heel spur surgery?
Varies with the operation but 1-6 weeks normally
