What is an orthopedist?

An orthopedic surgeon, or orthopedist, is a physician that diagnoses and treats injuries of the musculoskeletal system. They use both nonsurgical and surgical treatments to manage disorders related to bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.Orthopedic surgeons treat a wide variety of conditions, including:fracturesarthritissports injuriesback paincarpal tunnel syndrome

What procedures do orthopedic surgeons perform?

Orthopedic surgeons often perform the following tests and procedures in their office:X-raysCT scansMRIsmedication injections, such as corticosteroids

What conditions do orthopedic surgeons treat?

Orthopedic surgeons treat a number of conditions related to bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints. The following are examples of some of the more common conditions they can diagnose and treat:bone fracturesligament and tendon injuriesjoint dislocationsarthritisplantar fasciitis (heel pain)tennis elbowcarpal tunnel syndromescoliosis and spine surgerysports injuries

What should I ask an orthopedic surgeon?

Some questions that you may want to ask an orthopedic surgeon during your appointment include:Will I need physical therapy?Are there other nonsurgical treatment options available for my condition?Am I a candidate for surgery? Why or why not?If I do need surgery, how long will recovery take?Will my condition continue to get worse? Are there things I can do to slow the progression?Are there any exercises or activities that I can do, or ones I should avoid?

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Dr. Mark Yaffe, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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10 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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864 W Stearns Rd Bartlett, IL 60103

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Dr. Scott Sporer, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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Accepting new patients

27 years of experience

2.4 mi

25 N Winfield Rd Winfield, IL 60190

Tel: (630) 682-5653

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