Dr. Bruce Prager

I am a N.J. native who moved to TX after completing my residency and sports medicine fellowship. TX has been our home ever since. I practice orthopedics in Arlington, TX. I do see all orthopedic conditions, but my surgical practice involves mostly shoulder and knee procedures. We have a standing policy that any referring physician will have their patient seen within 48 hours. We also provide office notes to referring physicians within 24 hours of seeing the patient.

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Dr. Bruce Prager

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Arlington, TX

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I am located at

400 W. Arbrook Blvd.

Ste. 120

Arlington , TX 76014

Call 817-468-8400

I was educated and trained at

Medical / Graduate School

New York Medical College, NY

1979

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Dr. Bruce Prager answered:

I am currently recovering from a hip labrum repair/anchor. I have been nwb for almost 6 weeks. Is this a common timeframe for no physical therapy? In brief: Hip Surgery

This is a specific question to address with your surgeon.

The hip is a weight bearing joint and your surgeon is trying to protect the repair. The soft tissue (labrum) has to heal into the bone. Healing is dependent on the blood supply. As for pt did the surgeon give you some range of motion exercises to do at home? Sometimes we surgeons are cautious because we therapists may be too aggressive. ...See more

PHYSICAL THERAPY PHYSIOTHERAPY

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Is it ok to take a cold shower 5 minutes after a workout and why? In brief: Cold Shower

I don't see any reason that you can't take a cold shower especially if you are 21 years old.

After i run with my dogs we both head to the wine cellar where it is 55 degrees. I usually wait about 30 minutes to cool down after a run before showering as i find that I am still sweating if i take a shower right away. ...See more

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I have a pain in the middle of my left knee especially when i kneel on it.But it's not stiff or swollen or even hot only some pain .What it could be? In brief: Central Knee Pain

One thing comes to mind: bursitis.

There are sacs over the patella which can get irritated for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes they swell and sometimes not. If you are not having any locking, catching , giving out i would try some over the counter anti-inflammatory and ice the knee. ...See more

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Jammed thumb playing flag football tag and with pressure it hurts a little but i don't think it is broken or that i need a brace? In brief: Thumb Injury

Can't really tell if it's broken or not without examine and xray.

If you continue to have pain and difficulty moving the finger then go see an orthopedist. Jamming usually means a bone contusion or ligament injury, but get it checked out if it doesn't improve. ...See more

BRACES THUMB INJURY

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Ankle sprain/avulsion fractured talus - 1 wk later still slight swelling, pain if bearing weight - foot turns purple & throbs when standing. Normal? In brief: Ankle Injury

If you have an avulsion fracture of the talus it depends on the size of the avulsion.

Not seeing your xray it is tough to recommend treatment. However, you need to get on crutches and be non weight bearing. When you stand the swelling has nowhere to go and stays in your foot. That's why elevation above the heart is essential. Also ice the ankle when you get the swelling down and keep it elevated. ...See more

ANKLE SPRAIN SPRAIN SPRAINS AND STRAINS

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I need knee surgery and have no money! help! In brief: Knee Surgery

I would recommend calling up one of the larger medical centers near you and asking if they have an orthopedic clinic that has a compassionate program. ...See more

KNEE SURGERY SURGERY

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What approaches work best to lose weight on your legs and stomach? In brief: Legs and Stomach

Losing weight in your stomach is probably easier then your legs.

Cut the carbs out completely, no breads, rice, tropical fruits. Have a zero or low carb protein drink between meals. It will suppress how much you eat at mealtime and your body will burn calories more efficiently. You have to incorporate cardio exercise into your workout. Running, elliptical or fast walking are the best. ...See more

LOSE WEIGHT

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Wanting to lose weight , mostly in my stomach but also in my legs. What weight lose supplements really work that you can get at wal mart or whatever? In brief: Losing Weight

The only weight supplement that i would recommend is low or zero carb protein powder to use as a snack between meals.

Mix with water and ice cubes in a blender or shaker bottle. Do not look for a magic pill to suppress your appetite. You are going to have to do some cardio to also lose weight especially those love handles. ...See more

FAT LOSS EXERCISE MORE EXERCISE OR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY EAT HEALTHY

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I would like to tone and make my legs stronger. What ways can I do that at home without treadmills or any fitness machines? In brief: Toning Legs

You need to work on your muscles from the thigh down to the ankle.

Lean your back against the wall and slowly slide down and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 10 times. Face the wall with your arms outstretched and do 2 minutes of continuous calf raises. Repeat this 2-3 times. Get 10 lb ankle weights and sitting on a firm chair do leg extensions. 5 sets of 20 reps. Lay on stomach and flex knee same. ...See more

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My knee crunches and hurts when im walking on the treadmill or doing leg excercises. My leg feels like its going to give out while on the treadmil. In brief: Knee Crepitus

We call crunching in the knee crepitus.

It usually comes from problems under the kneecap. If the pain is located right in the center of the knee then the patella is the usual culprit. If the pain worsens going from sitting to standing or with stairs then i feel comfortable that the problem lies behind the patella. Strength training for your knee is the answer with weight training. ...See more

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