Dr. William A. Athens Jr D.O.
Orthopedist
25755 Telegraph Rd Brownstown Charter Twp Michigan, 48134Rating
5/5
About
Dr. William Athens Jr is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Brownstown Charter Twp, Michigan. Dr. Athens Jr specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Athens Jr 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
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 1991
Provider Details
Dr. William A. Athens Jr D.O.'s Expert Contributions
Can having a knee replacement lead to a torn hip labrum?
No, if it was diagnosed at the same time that was coincidental. READ MORE
How long do you need to be off work after bunion surgery?
Usually 4-6 wks depending upon your occupation READ MORE
How do you fix a dislocated foot?
Usually by closed manipulation however screw or pin stabilization may be necessary as well. READ MORE
How do you get bursitis elbow?
Usually from pressure directly on the olecranon process, the tip of your elbow. It can be drained or removed if the fluid persists READ MORE
Is a back brace good for computer work?
No, back bracing can make your spine weak. Having good posture is more important. READ MORE
Is foot surgery dangerous?
No not usually. If you’re a diabetic the risks of infection and not healing are higher. If you have good vascularity you should be fine. READ MORE
Are you awake for foot surgery?
Depends upon what you’re having done. Some of the procedures can be done under local or block with sedation. READ MORE
Do orthopedic doctors treat back pain?
They treat disorders of the spine if they have additional training in spine surgery. They are not pain management doctors though. They will diagnose the problem, either recommend physical therapy, surgery, or refer you to a pain management physician. READ MORE
How to treat a spinal disc herniation?
I initially treat them conservatively with physical therapy and possibly epidural injections for 6 wks. If that doesn’t work then I perform surgery. Having said that if you’re having intractable leg pain, numbness and tingling then I recommend surgery sooner to avoid nerve damage. READ MORE
How can I heal a sprained ankle?
Immobilization for 4-6 wks followed by PT. Avoid high impact activity for that time as well. Ice and anti-inflammatory meds as well. READ MORE
Why is my hip pain worse at night?
When you lay down your spine is in extension and that can put pressure on the nerves in your back that will cause your hip to ache. Rule of thumb if the pain is in the groin region then it’s coming from the hip joint. If the pain is in the back of your hip or buttock region then the problem is in your lower back. READ MORE
Why does my knee crack when I stretch it?
Same reason that your knuckles crack and pop. There’s no cause for concern unless the cracking is accompanied by pain. READ MORE
What can be the cause of my wrist pain?
Something you’re doing is straining your wrist joint. Make sure when you are doing chest or shoulder presses that you keep your wrist straight and not bent backward. Give it some rest too and train lower body. If it doesn’t get better see and Orthopedic hand specialist or your family doc READ MORE
I have a bulge just above my backend on my lower back. What is it?
See your family doctor or general surgeon. More than Likely it’s a cyst or lipoma. Usually nothing serious but get it ckd out. READ MORE
When is a sprain considered serious?
When you’re having pain and difficulty walking READ MORE
My mother is diagnosed with osteonecrosis. Is there a treatment for this condition?
Yes usually surgery depending upon where it is. If it’s the hip she will need a hip replacement. READ MORE
How do topical sprays help in treating sprains?
They do very temporarily READ MORE
My 80 year old mother recently fell and fractured her ankle. How long should it take for her to recover?
Well that depends upon the severity of the fracture. In general 6 wks, it also depends upon how healthy your grandmother is. READ MORE
Does a ball socket have to be replaced?
No not unless there is loosening of the stem or pain from loosening of the joint prosthesis. See an Orthopedic surgeon for follow up. READ MORE
Can lifting weights in the gym cause my bones to become weak?
That’s totally false! Weight bearing exercises such as weightlifting strengthens your bones and increases bone mass. We’ve known that for years. Be careful where you get your information from. Use reputable sites like Ortho info.org READ MORE
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Osteoarthritis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Herniated Disc
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Swelling
- Abnormal Gait
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