Expert Advice on Managing Persistent Pain with Dr. James Sanfilippo
Persistent pain can be more than just an inconvenience; it can significantly impact your quality of life. On this month’s Stay Well Health Chat, Andrew Salciunas speaks with James Sanfilippo,…
Persistent pain can be more than just an inconvenience; it can significantly impact your quality of life. On this month’s Stay Well Health Chat, Andrew Salciunas speaks with James Sanfilippo, MD, MBA. Dr. Sanfilippo is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics.
In this insightful Stay Well Health Chat, Dr. James Sanfilippo delves into expert advice on when it's essential to seek professional care for chronic pain or new orthopedic injuries, and offers tips for picking the right orthopedics specialist for your unique needs. He addresses the frequent concerns many people have regarding ongoing discomfort and the ineffectiveness of home remedies.
When to Seek Expert Care for Pain?
Dr. Sanfilippo also stresses the critical nature of recognizing when pain may indicate a more severe condition. He highlights why timely intervention is crucial and discusses the advantages of modern diagnostic tools and treatments in orthopedics. Furthermore, Dr. Sanfilippo explains how these advanced approaches not only minimize recovery time but also maximize the effectiveness of treatments, ensuring patients can return to their daily activities as quickly and safely as possible.
Some of the Topics Discussed:
- What are the key signs that orthopedic pain (back, knee, hip, shoulder, wrist, etc.) requires an orthopedic evaluation rather than home remedies or primary care treatment?
- Are there specific symptoms, should prompt an immediate visit to an orthopedic specialist?
- What factors are most important for patients when looking for the right orthopedic specialist for them?
- What about orthopedics made you choose it as your specialty?
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