Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, team physicians for the Chicago White Sox and Bulls, is pleased to offer the "Ask the Doctor" feature through our Web site. Review the orthopaedic conditions and treatment content provided or submit your own orthopaedic related question through the interactive form. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush physicians will review the orthopaedic only questions submitted and select those for display though this area of our Web site.
Chicago Bulls Player Luol Deng Wrist Injury
Does Luol Deng from the Bulls need surgery to fix his wrist injury?
Johnny Knox Back Injury
I saw Johnny Knox's back injury on Sunday. I know he took an unusual hit, but can you explain what this type of injury it is and how long the recovery will take?
MCL Sprain Options
I was playing football in the yard with my 2 boys, was tackled, twisted my knee and down I went like Matt Forte in the recent Bears game. My knee's been swollen and really sore for a few days now. It feels different than just a bruised knee. Could this be an MCL sprain? If so what are my options?
Are Great Toe Joint Replacements Common?
How successful are great toe joint replacements. Are toe joint replacements common?
Treatment for MCL Sprain
Last week while I was running on the bike path, I slipped on a patch of ice. My right knee twisted, gave way, and I ended up on the ground. My knee is still tender and swollen. It sounds similar to the injury that Jay Cutler suffered during the recent Bears game. What is the recommended treatment and recovery time for an MCL sprain?
Dangers of Soccer Headers
I have been at seminars and have read on the Internet that "headers" in soccer pose a risk to young athletes (one source saying "under age ten" another saying "under age sixteen"). At a recent soccer game involving nine-year old children, each header received spectacular applause--so not only were they being allowed to do headers, they were being encouraged. What do you think? What are the risks involved?
Treating Shin Splints
My 14-year-old daughter runs cross-country and has developed shin splints. What do you recommend for a course of treatment?
Treatment of a Wrist Injury
While playing baseball this weekend I slid into the plate and injured my wrist. My wrist is now swollen, black and blue, and tender to the touch. Could this be serious? Should I have X-rays?
When to Replace Running Shoes
I hear so many different responses, but from a physician's perspective, how often should I replace my running shoes?
Pain on the Top of the Feet - Midfoot Arthritis
After playing 18 holes of golf, I can hardly walk the next day because of an intense pain in the top of both of my feet. Any ideas as to what is causing this pain?
Ask the Doctor Archive:
Mallet Finger
Shoulder Pain
How to Prevent Cramping
Treatment of Distal Biceps Rupture
Sensitive Feet
OCD of the Patella
Diagnosing the Severity of Rotator Cuff Tears
Skier's Thumb
Problems with Heel Spurs
Ankle Replacement Surgery for Treating Arthritis
MBA Implants to Correct Flat Feet
Diagnosing the Severity of Rotator Cuff Tears
Hip Resurfacing vs. Hip Replacement
Treatment Options for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Complications from Clubfoot Correction Procedure
Sore Feet and Calves
Adolescent Athlete's Persistent Heel Pain
Bone Spurs and Ganglion Cysts
Running and Groin Strain
Sacroiliac Joint and Low Back Pain
Chronic Foot Pain
Chronic Back Pain
Excessive Ankle Popping
Hamstring Pull From a Skiing Accident
Cartilage and Meniscus Transplantation
Peroneal Tendonitis an Overuse Injury
Back Pain From Squatting and Heavy Lifting Exercises
Pain in the Lower Back
Sore Knee From Dancing
Sore Shoulders in Golfers
Thinning Knee Cartilage and Arthritis
The Long Term Affects of a Foot Sprain
Post Marathon Aches & Pains
Sharp Knee Pain and Jumper's Knee
Knee Swelling and ACL Tears
Torn or Damaged Cartilage
Knee Pain and Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome (ITBS)
Calf Cramping and Soleus Atrophy
Sciatic Nerve and Leg Pain
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome: Shin Splints
Stretching Before Physical Activity
Hard Surfaces and Turf Toe
Injuries and Running Mechanics
Aging and Basketball Injuries
Basketball Injuries in the Female Athlete
Plantar Fascia: A Common Basketball Foot Injury
Knee Pain and Piriformis Syndrome
Localized Ankle Bursitis
The information contained on this page is intended only for general public education, and is not intended to serve as a substitute for direct medical advice. This information should not replace necessary medical consultations with a qualified orthopaedic physician.
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