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Dr. Jewell Brent Duncan, MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Jewell Duncan is a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner in Augusta, GA. As a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner, Dr. Duncan 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.
38 years Experience
Dr. Jewell Brent Duncan, MD
  • Augusta, GA
  • Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga
  • Accepting new patients

I have sharp knee pain after doing squats in the gym. What should I do?

Do the basics. Stretch, ice. A lot of variables to consider. If basics don’t help then seeing a specialist is appropriate.

I consume a lot of protein shakes. Will this cause problems in the future?

Should be ok. Make sure you get essential amino acids and balance carbs, protein, fat appropriately

I have a pins and needles feeling while doing yoga. What can I do?

Not enough info. You need an evaluation to determine. See your primary care.

My son complains of headache after playing sports. What could be the reason?

Hydration and nutrition. If continues needs to see his pediatrician

Is it okay to exercise with mild knee pain?

As long is it does not hurt he can do the treadmill.

How can I increase my daughter's muscle strength?

Not necessary at this time. Would focus on healthy diet, and broad spectrum of activities.

Is it advisable to wear knee pads while running?

No it is not. Unless you are running on your knees. Makes no sense at all.

My husband had a ligament tear and the blood spread inside the knee. What are the repercussions?

The important issue is the ligament torn and determining what is needed for the ligament injury.