by drpaull | Nov 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
Why does my coccyx hurt? Your coccyx (also known as the tailbone) hurts because something is causing pain and inflammation in that area. This can be due to trauma such as a fall, vaginal childbirth, or prolonged sitting on a hard surface. Sometimes the pain can be...
by drpaull | Oct 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
Will golfer’s elbow heal on its own? Golfer’s elbow will usually heal on its own, but only if you adequately rest your elbow, and take the appropriate measures. If you don’t rest your elbow, then your golfer’s elbow is likely to persist for quite some...
by drpaull | Sep 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
What will happen if carpal tunnel syndrome is not treated? If carpal tunnel syndrome is not treated, it will usually get worse to where you have constant numbness or tingling, and eventually there will be irreversible nerve damage that will disrupt your hand function....
by drpaull | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
How do you treat bursitis of the shoulder? Bursitis of the shoulder is best treated by physical therapy focusing on posterior capsular stretching, rotator cuff strengthening, and periscapular stabilization. Oftentimes, a steroid injection into the subacromial space of...
by drpaull | Jul 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Why does my scapula hurt? Your scapula likely hurts because your scapular biomechanics are off, which is causing abnormal movements, which can cause pain. As an orthopedic surgeon in Colorado Springs, Colorado, I frequently treat people who have pain in and around...
by drpaull | Jun 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
What happens if a Morton’s neuroma goes untreated? If a Morton’s neuroma goes untreated it will likely continue to cause you pain, which could get worse, and could cause permanent sensory nerve damage to your toes. That being said, many get better without...
