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Dr. David M. Wallace, D.O.
- Richmond, Texas
- Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicin--Erie
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Can gout be treated permanently or does it come back?
It cannot be cured, just treated. Avoid fatty, greasy foods and alcohol. If that does not help, then there is a daily medication to minimize the recurrence of a gouty attack.
I have hip pain due to hip arthritis, but now my knees are also hurting. What could be the reason?
Most hip pain will radiate into the knees but there may be arthritis in the knees as well. But it is not spreading. If you have arthritis in one joint you more than likely have READ MORE
Most hip pain will radiate into the knees but there may be arthritis in the knees as well. But it is not spreading. If you have arthritis in one joint you more than likely have it in others.
I have osteoporosis and a spine fracture. How long will it take for me to be fully cured?
The healing time is at least 3 months. You will need immobilization of the spine. You will also need treatment for the osteoporosis due to continued high risk of fracture.
I recently recovered from a fractured finger. But after removing the cast, the finger still seems swollen. What could be the reason?
It can be normal for the finger to be swollen for up to a year. But if the fracture damaged the joint there could be permanent swelling or problem with the joint. Swelling can READ MORE
It can be normal for the finger to be swollen for up to a year. But if the fracture damaged the joint there could be permanent swelling or problem with the joint. Swelling can be there as well due to stiffness.
Can a fracture change the structure of my finger forever?
More than likely yes. Only growing children can remodel a fracture. If the deformity is affecting you grasp or use of the hand then you may need surgical correction.
At what age should my wife check her bone density levels?
It is good to get a baseline DEXA scan at 40 years old. Before that she should have her vitamin D2/D3 levels and calcium levels check to make sure that they are normal. If her READ MORE
It is good to get a baseline DEXA scan at 40 years old. Before that she should have her vitamin D2/D3 levels and calcium levels check to make sure that they are normal. If her mother developed osteoporosis she is more likely to get it.
What impact can my excess weight have on my knees?
Your knees may wear out faster, developing arthritis earlier.
Can frequent usage of ice packs after playing a sport cause any side effects?
No, unless you leave the ice on too long and get frost bite.
What is the effect of mobile phones on the hands?
You can develop tendinitis in the fingers and the thumb and strain in the neck as well. Using the phone cannot make your muscles weaker but using the phone too much and not exercising READ MORE
You can develop tendinitis in the fingers and the thumb and strain in the neck as well. Using the phone cannot make your muscles weaker but using the phone too much and not exercising can. Use the phone less.
Does cracking my knuckles weaken my bones?
Cracking your joints does not damage the joints and does not weaken your bones. It does not cause arthritis either.
After a knee surgery how long should one wait before resuming any sport?
It depends on which ligament was repaired. If the ACL was repaired it is six months. If a collateral ligament repair it is six weeks with a knee brace.
Can a fracture during childhood cause problems 10 years later?
Yes, if the fracture extended through the joint and/or if the fracture healed in the wrong position, especially in the elbow. He will need an X-ray and an evaluation for the elbow READ MORE
Yes, if the fracture extended through the joint and/or if the fracture healed in the wrong position, especially in the elbow. He will need an X-ray and an evaluation for the elbow symptoms, especially if there's no new injury.
Are bone degenerative diseases hereditary?
Osteoarthritis is a genetic degenerative joint disease that is common in family members. You cannot prevent any osteoarthritis in the joints. The most important thing is to stay READ MORE
Osteoarthritis is a genetic degenerative joint disease that is common in family members. You cannot prevent any osteoarthritis in the joints. The most important thing is to stay strong and flexible. There is also autoimmune diseases that can cause degenerative joint diseases but they can cause joint damage and they are not as common and treated differently.
Is hip surgery advisable for an 80 year old?
If the patient is in good health and has been cleared for surgery, an 80-year-old can have surgery. But it depends on the patient's activity level before the fracture; if minimal READ MORE
If the patient is in good health and has been cleared for surgery, an 80-year-old can have surgery. But it depends on the patient's activity level before the fracture; if minimal to no weight-bearing before, then probably not advisable.
What is the best course of treatment for femur fracture?
The fracture will still take at least 3 months to heal, starting with partial weight bearing and physical therapy. May need a bone stimulator to speed up the healing.
Does a fracture take longer to heal when you have diabetes?
Yes, whether the diabetes is well controlled or not. But if not controlled, it will take longer.
Despite vitamin D supplements I continue to have pain in my knees. Why?
Vitamin D does not help with pain. It can help strengthen your bones, along with calcium, but has nothing to do with pain control.
Should I take calcium supplements at the age of 35 to prevent osteoporosis?
It is better to start calcium supplementation while in your teens. But you should be taking at least 600 mg of calcium daily along with dairy products and 1000-2000 IU of Vitamin READ MORE
It is better to start calcium supplementation while in your teens. But you should be taking at least 600 mg of calcium daily along with dairy products and 1000-2000 IU of Vitamin D3 daily. It can never guarantee that you will not get osteoporosis, that is mostly based on genetics and menopause. Weight bearing exercises and resistance training can also help.
My right ankle seems to be swollen but there is no pain. Should I try ice therapy to reduce the swelling?
Yes you can ice along with elevation 15-20 minutes at a time.
