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Dr. Stanley S. Tao, M.D.
Orthopedist
Dr. Stanley Tao is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Huntington, WV. Dr. Tao specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Tao tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
35 years
Experience
Dr. Stanley S. Tao, M.D.
- Huntington, WV
- Indiana University
- Accepting new patients
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Health problem?
She needs to start with a general medical checkup and routine laboratory tests.
Is it bad to stop using an immobilizer for my dislocated kneecap just 3 days after dislocating?
If you've had that many dislocations at age 14, you need surgery. An immobilizer a few more days won't make much difference. A stabilizing knee brace would be better.
What is the best exercise after total hip replacement?
Usually stationary bicycle.
Index finger pain?
Could be early arthritis. Try over-the-counter voltaren gel.
Abdomen pain?
This may not be orthopedic. See your primary care doctor.
How long does it take to walk after spinal surgery?
Almost immediately.
Horrible pain in lower back thigh?
Hamstring is most likely.
What exercises not to do with bad knees?
Leg extension. Treadmill.
How should I sleep after lumbar surgery?
Should be no real restrictions. Your surgeon will let you know.
Do orthopedic doctors treat nerve pain?
No. That’s usually a neurologist.
Joint pain?
Recommend seeing a rheumatologist.
How many hours a day should you wear a back brace?
Only with aggressive use.
Minimally displaced fracture femur?
I assume you had surgery. This can take up to 3-6 months to heal and it may not. You need to call your doctor for calf pain and make sure it's not a blood clot.
Should I wear a knee brace after meniscus surgery?
It’s optimal for resection. Usually for repairs.
How long does it take to correct torn ligaments?
Depends on the ligament. No surgery, 2-3 months. Surgery, 6 months.
