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Dr. Michael Sterling Cann

Orthopedist

Dr. Michael Cann is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, California. Dr. Cann specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Cann 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.
Dr. Michael Sterling Cann
  • Glendale, California
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

What type of doctor treats arthritis?

Rheumatologists are usually the M.D.s who treat arthritis non-surgically. Orthopedic surgeons can also treat arthritis non-surgically, but can also treat surgically (joint replacement, READ MORE
Rheumatologists are usually the M.D.s who treat arthritis non-surgically. Orthopedic surgeons can also treat arthritis non-surgically, but can also treat surgically (joint replacement, when warranted).

How long will my knee hurt after arthroscopic surgery?

This depends upon the extent of the surgery. This is best answered by the surgeon performing the arthroscopy.

How soon after spinal column surgery can you walk?

The answer is too complex to simplify here, as it has so many variables. This will need to be determined by the surgeon performing the procedure.

Do orthopedic doctors treat back pain?

It depends upon the scope of the Orthopedic Surgeon's practice. Many do. I did. Generally, they are trained to treat it. You would need to ask the individual doctor if he/she treats READ MORE
It depends upon the scope of the Orthopedic Surgeon's practice. Many do. I did. Generally, they are trained to treat it. You would need to ask the individual doctor if he/she treats back problems in their practice.

Michael S. Cann, M.D.

Can you walk after ankle replacement?

My wife (age 70+) had her ankle replaced 9 years ago and walks on it daily. You should review expectations and restrictions for such a surgery with the surgeon who will perform READ MORE
My wife (age 70+) had her ankle replaced 9 years ago and walks on it daily. You should review expectations and restrictions for such a surgery with the surgeon who will perform it.