hip arthroplasty-brace
hiI would like to know the full details about the brace which is frequently used after hip surgeries to prevent dislocations. I would like to know the informations about all types of braces for hip
Read MoreBrace for patella maltracking
Hi thereI’m currently awaiting a lateral release operation for patella subluxation in both knees. In the mean time I’d like to get a brace which is a bit more effective than the ones I’ve been using (standard neoprene open-patella brace with no added strapping etc). One of the problems I have is that the donut part of the brace puts pressure on the patella (even though it’s obviously meant to sit around the knee cap). I was thinking of getting either a Palumbo patella stabiliser or a Bio-skin Q brace but I’d be really grateful for any advice/recommendations. I don’t see my surgeon again till the operation and completely forgot to ask him in my appointment.ThanksAdeline
Read Moreshoemaker in greater LA needed
Hi,Broken hip replacement surgery went bad. One leg is 4″ shorter than the other. I need shoe maker in greater Los Angeles area who could make one shoe sole 4″ tall. Current shoemaker retired. Help pleaase.
Read MoreBroken Patella
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I shattered my patella about 4 weeks ago and am alot of pain. I had surgery and they could only save two med. size pieces which they wired together and put a cable in my leg. I am on a walker, but dr. does not want me to put much weight on leg because of pain. One dr. said 6 weeks before they took cable out of my leg and one said 6 months. What is the normal time. My leg is in a imobilizer right now. When can I expect pain to go away and to walk again without walker?
Read MoreSunken Chest Reconstruction
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I am a 43 year old male born with the sunken chest “plaugue” (Pectus Escavatum). Putting it nicely this condition has “DEPRRESSED” more than just my upper torso. I read somewhere that new technology employs a arched BAR to reconstruct the condition with no complications. Please fill me in on more details and who I can contact for a consultation. My 12 year old daughter has this condition too. I noticed it when she was a baby and I am afraid to bring it up now that she is older. Is it less noticable on females since there is developing cleavage? I would like reconstructive information for her case too. Lastly, I know no one who is of the same condition. If possible can you link me to a support group? Thanks
Read Morebroken femur
I was in a car accident, and wanted to know how long should recovery take for a broken femur. I have a rod in my leg and the femur break was high, where it is the thickest. I had surgery in November but still have a bad limp and still use a cane.
Read MorePossible RotorCuff injury
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I injuried my shoulder doing “High seated Bench Press” took a month off from the gym and went back yesterday. I am able too do Flat-bench presses with dumbells (palsm facing in) without a problem but, If I turn them out, THe right shoulder pain is bad and I can not do the Incline presses with Bars or bells. Is this a Rotor problem and if so, how do I workout with it without causing more problems?
Read Moreancle injury
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I broke my ancle about two and a half months ago and had surgery to repair my ancle (plates and screws).About two weeks ago I had my cast removed and have been trying to get around but still cannot put anypressure at all on my ancle. my question is how longdo an injury like this take to heaL.
Read MoreCORRECTING KNOCK KNEES
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I am 26 years old and have a 6 year old son and both of us have knock knees. I find it very embarrassing and uncomfortable to walk sometimes. Also I notice that my pants wears out in the crotch and thigh area very badly. Is there some type of excercise or shoes that can correct the problem or is the only solution surgery? Am I too old for leg braces and if not how long would a person my age have to wear them and is it painful?
Read MoreAnkle supports?
My 15 year old daughter plays competitive volleyball. She has never had a serious ankle injury (only sprains). What’s the prevailing theory on wearing ankle braces? Should she wear braces to prevent injury and risk weaking the ankles or she not wear braces on her normal, healthy ankles until there is an injury? Is it true that braces even weaken the ankles?
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