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Born and raised in Norway. Educated in the U.S. BS, MS, PhD in Anatomy from University of Illinois. Medical School at University of Minnesota. Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern in Chicago. Has been involved in teaching virtually all my life. My motto is: Better and Better, every Day, every Way.
(I might never reach perfection, but I will enjoy the Journey)
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Orthopedic Surgery
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English, Norwegian (Nynorsk)
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Depends: Depends on the sport, the neck is the most mobile, the thoracic spine the least. The lumbar spine has flexion-extension with mild/moderate rotation. S... Read More
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No difference: Correcting lordosis should not make any difference either way, unless you feel better and eat a lot more
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Fracture prone: There are VII types. The best description can be found on "scholar.google.com". The types are well summarized.
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4-6 weeks: You should feel better after 4-6 weels. It is important that you take an active part in the rehab program
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Neck or shoulder: Shoulder problems will irritate the neck and neck will irritate shoulder. Levator scapula muscle serves as a trigger point.
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Try sinus rinse: You can get a Netipot and do regular sinus rinses with salt water. Great for allergies as well so you will have less postnasal drip and hence less sor... Read More
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Tarsal tunnel inj: the tarsal tunnel in the foot is much like the carpal tunnel in the wrist and should respond to either an injection of a release
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Syndesmosis=stable: If the syndesmosis was disrupted and not repaired you can expect persistent pain secondary to instability of the ankle joint with lateral subluxation ... Read More
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Osgood-Schlatter: You probably have Osgood-Schlatter disease which is an overuse injury that occurs in the knee area of growing adolescents. It is caused by inflammatio... Read More
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Should be: with proper treatment.Also check Vit D since if it is low he could be at risk of malignant prostate cancer
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Yes: If this interferes with your life, surgery for spondylolisthesis is very predictable
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Get MRI: If the pain persists, I would recomend an MRI to check the rotator cuff
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Excercise more: Research has shown that the reason Americans are more obese is not because of eating more - but because we excercise less. Of course, regular meals in... Read More
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Usually the same: Good chance if you stop dirinking, the liver has a lot of possibilities to improve with time
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Statins can cause it: Leg discomfort and be a side effect of statins so if you are on statins for high cholesterols check with your doctor. If the cramps started after you ... Read More
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Try conservative rx: Seems like most of the damage is under the patella. If you have locking you might need arthroscopy, I would first try terminal extension excercises tr... Read More
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No: Unless you have several different donors (unlikely) the sperm has to get a change to develop volume and number. Every 2-3 days would probably more fru... Read More
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An xray will tell: if it still hurts, I would recommend an xray
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Yes: But it will hurt locally as well as with indirect and direct pressure
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Avioid pressure : To avoid presure on the coccyx, I have found that sitting on a special pillow with a cut out for the coccyx by "RelaxoBac-1-800-527-5496" is the best ... Read More
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You are perfect: There are no good way to suddenly add 4-5 inches at your age. You perfect as you are. Unless you are an olympic rower beting 5ft 10 inces or taller is... Read More
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Probably not: Tylenol (acetaminophen) is usually the safest.
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Speech therapy: I am certain if you get a good speech therapist, it will help
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Partial weight: To play it safe, I recommend that you use partial wt on the leg using cructhes, gradually increasing weight as you toleate. Even if you do not feel pa... Read More
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You need a workup: See your gynecologist. You might have to be on birth control pill to regulate periods.
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Threptin is OK: Threptin is a protein supplement and I could not fine any literature indicating that is it not tolerated in lactose intolerant
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Medial epicondylecto: Find an orthopaedic surgeon who treats ulnar nerve compression at the elbow. I personally prefer to do a medial epicondylectomy and neurolysis of the ... Read More
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Probably helps: Since you feel good and it does not have any side effects, just contine and enjoy the chocolate.
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See urologist: Mild testicular pain is not normal. You should have it checked out by a urologist
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She orthotics: If you have flat feet, shoe orthotics could help
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Probably not: As long as she does not have any sores or symptoms, it would be unlikely
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Not likel: Should have no effect. However, if your neck is kyphotic and you have arthritic changes, it could put you at risk.
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Lymph gland?: If it hurts and swells, have your doctor take a look
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Depends: Lybrel comes with the following warning:
Do not use this medication if you smoke cigarettes/use tobacco and are over 35 years old. Smoking raises your... Read More
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Pelvic laxity poss: Could be related to pelvic laxity.Kegle exercises works well: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/womens-health/in-depth/kegel-exercises/art-2004... Read More
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See a GI doc: a small amount occasionally is probably ok, but you might have irritable bowel syndrome and need to have it checked
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MRI: Since this is not getting better, time for a MRI to see if there is a problem we can fix since the bracing obviously is not doing it.
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Drink water: fasting is OK and probably does not affect the muscle growth. Water however is more important since we to a large extent need hydration. Hence, drink ... Read More
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Look into neck: If the EKG X3 are negative, look into the possibility that the pain is referred from the neck.
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Should be safe: If he does not have any problems
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Depends: It depends on how many units were transfused. Usually there will be one donor per unit transfused, unless a cell saver was used or you donated blood f... Read More
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Probably subluxation: of the shoulder joint. Have you ever had a dislocation of the shoulder?
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Could be from neck: Cervical radiculopathy could be a likely answer
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Exercise regularly: set up a program where you exercise regularly. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. For shorter distances, walk instead of driving. Eat smaller po... Read More
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Probably safe: Babies normally get 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine:
1st Dose: Birth
2nd Dose: 1-2 months of age
3rd Dose: 6-18 months of age
Some babies might get 4 d... Read More
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AA: Your aunt obviously need supportive therapy. AA should be useful, but she has to be enrolled in the possibility of spending time with members of the f... Read More
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See a dermatology md: Sensitivity to a perfume, cream or lotion is usually the first indicator of an allergy to fragrance. Patch testing using fragrance mix and Balsam of P... Read More
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Elevate tailbone: Sit on a rolled up newspaper placed so there is no pressure on the tailbone when you sit. Circular pillows do not work.
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Should be OK: I have also found that seasonal allergies can benefit from a sinus rinse using a Neilmed (for example), a little teapot like container with saltwater.... Read More
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Have it tested: Not likel, but to make certain have a pregnancy test. Unless you want to be pregnant , use a condom if you do not want to be on the birth control pill
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Thank you, your quick reply made me feel good! You have confirmed what I knew, but was trying to deny. Thank you!
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Your answer was very helpful! Thanks :) as I am not on medicine I have sch a Dr appt. now I know who to see.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Unfortunately I think your right. Getting a second opinion soon. Thanks!
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