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Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Ali Nourbakhsh, MD, is a well-versed orthopedic surgeon who diagnoses and treats patients at WellStar Medical Group Orthopedic Surgery in Atlanta, GA. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals. As an orthopedic surgeon, she has dedicated training and unique experience in the diagnosis and preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. He has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in all facets of orthopedic surgery. For more information about Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh, please visit https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/pages/physician-profile.aspx?pid=73d2968c-2777-4ddb-a6db-d3a1ac816799.
26 years Experience
Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Tehran University of Medical Sciences
  • Accepting new patients

How long does intense pain last after lower spine surgery?

It depends but it might be 3-4 weeks

Do I need to worry?

It's high, please contact your PCP. You need the meds

Why are my ribs sticking out after surgery?

It’s really hard to comment on this without seeing the patient and X-rays. If the nerves between the ribs are pinched it can cause numbness of the chest or belly. You need to talk READ MORE
It’s really hard to comment on this without seeing the patient and X-rays. If the nerves between the ribs are pinched it can cause numbness of the chest or belly. You need to talk to your surgeon.

Question about fracture?

It’s possible. If not getting better, you possibly need to see your specialist.

How long should you wait to workout after a back injury?

Depends on the surgery and the type of work out but usually 2-3 months

How do you treat bursitis of the spine?

There’s no such thing as spine bursitis

How do you fix a dislocated elbow?

Dislocated elbows are very very painful and need to go to the ER for reduction. The subsequent care usually depends on the extent of damage, which might include surgical fixation READ MORE
Dislocated elbows are very very painful and need to go to the ER for reduction. The subsequent care usually depends on the extent of damage, which might include surgical fixation of the bone w/wo ligaments.

Sprained ankle looks a bit deformed?

If you can walk on it, most likely it’s not broken, but X-rays are needed to be done. It is most likely a sprain that needs a boot, but you need to see a doctor.

Why do my knees crunch?

If you have pain and swelling of the joint or if the knee feels unstable, you will need to see a doctor.

Right side lower back pain?

If it’s a back pain, most likely it’s not due to weed. But you got to make sure it’s not a kidney infection.

Is microfracture surgery painful?

Yes, but with proper pain control it should be fairly tolerable

What is the best position to sleep after spine surgery?

There are no recommendations for that let the pain guide you

Can I climb stairs after meniscus surgery?

Depends on the type of meniscus surgery. You got to talk to the surgeon who is planning to do the surgery

Do they put you to sleep for hand surgery?

Not necessarily. Most of the time, they don't.

How can I relieve my leg spasm pain?

You can take Gabapentin and physical therapy. If it didn’t improve after 6 weeks, you need MRI back and need to see a spine surgeon.

What type of doctor treats arthritis?

Usually it’s pain management, steroid injection, or surgery

What exercises not to do with bad knees?

Depends on your knee issue like meniscus or ligament tear, arthritis, instability, mal-alignment.... Range of motion and strengthening exercises are always good, though.

Should I see a neurologist or orthopedist for back pain?

Orthopedics or neurosurgery spine surgeon

How many hours a day should you wear a back brace?

I don’t recommend it for chronic or acute back pain. If for fracture, 6 weeks.