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Mr. Robert P. Brislin, DO is an orthopedist in Wilmington, DE specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and anesthesiology. He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1988 and has 38 years of experience. Mr. Robert P. Brislin, DO is affiliated with Nemours Children's Health.
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Mr. Robert P. Brislin, DO graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1988. He completed residency at Geisinger Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and has a state license in Delaware.
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (1988)
Residency: Geisinger Medical Center (1993)
Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology
Licensed In: Delaware
Mr. Robert P. Brislin, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Mr. Robert P. Brislin, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), AmeriHealth, MultiPlan PPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, Geisinger Health Plan, First Health PPO, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Fidelis Care, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Aetna HMO, Global Medical Mangment NJ, Aetna PPO/POS/EPO, Lifetrac Transplant, Six Degrees Health Transplant, INTEGRA Administrative Group (ClaimsBridge), Star Healthcare Network, Global Medical Managment DE/PA, Olympus Managed Healthcare PPO NJ, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania, Insurance Administrators of America, Aetna PPO/EPO/POS, Delaware Medicare, Qualcare HMO/POS/PPO, Preferred Healthcare PPO, Keystone First CHIP, Six Degrees Health-Tribado, Priority Partners John Hopkins, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware and Aetna Better Health PA Kids HMO.
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Dr. Robert Brislin's specialties are anesthesiology and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He has indicated that his clinical interests include musculoskeletal problems. Dr. Brislin usually honors Blue California, Fidelis Care, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. He attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. His residency was performed at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Brislin's distinctions include: Best Doctors in America; Delaware Today magazine; and Top Doctors. He is professionally affiliated with Nemours Children's Health.
