Dr. Daniel Wayne Vande lune M.D.
Orthopedist
507 N Brightleaf Blvd Suite 100 Smithfield NC, 27577About
Dr. Daniel Vande lune is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Smithfield, NC. Dr. Vande lune specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Vande lune 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.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1991
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Dr. Daniel Wayne Vande lune M.D.'s Expert Contributions
When is shoulder surgery needed?
Most orthopaedic surgeons would say that he has recurrent instability. With that number of dislocations, surgery is probably indicated. READ MORE
Can surgery help in treating rheumatoid arthritis?
Generically speaking, surgery is not used as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. Medication is the main treatment. However, deformities and end-stage rheumatoid change will at times require surgical intervention. READ MORE
My father has a disc problem. Should we go for physiotherapy or surgery?
Unless there is profound weakness associated with a pinched nerve or severe unrelenting pain, it would be rare to advocate surgery without a trial of physical therapy and possible interventional pain management, e.g. epidural injections or nerve root blocks. READ MORE
ACL repair
Although there are some positive reports out of Boston in younger patients, we don't truly "repair" an ACL tear. What we do is reconstruct the ligament using other tissue. There are many variables when it comes to deciding if a patient should undergo ACL reconstruction. These include age, activity status, concurrent cartilage tears, and feelings of instability with activities of daily living, work, and leisure activities. In general, I recommend ACL reconstruction for teens(sometimes younger) through age 40. After 40, if the patient is very active in pivot sports or has instability I would recommend repair. The ACL is a protective ligament for the meniscus cartilage and provides stability to the knee. As our life expectancy continues to climb, I expect ACL reconstruction to be recommended, routinely, for those over 40. READ MORE
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