Post-Traumatic Edema
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Post-traumatic edema is the accumulation of fluid and swelling that appears in an area of the body after an injury, blow, or surgery. It is a response of the body to tissue damage and is usually localized around the affected region.
Common symptoms: It is recognized by swelling, a feeling of heaviness, local warmth, discomfort, or limited ability to move the injured joint or muscle.
When should you see a doctor? If the swelling does not decrease, the pain increases, or movement becomes difficult, it is worth an evaluation to guide recovery.
Which specialist treats it? The physical therapist and the physical medicine and rehabilitation physician accompany the functional recovery process after an injury and can guide the management of post-traumatic edema. A professional evaluation helps plan rehabilitation appropriately.
Data on 53 doctors who treat post-traumatic edema
Which specialist treats post-traumatic edema?
Post-traumatic edema can be treated by a physical therapist, who helps reduce swelling and restore mobility to the affected area. You can book an appointment with a physical therapist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in post-traumatic edema
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. José Roberto Ortiz Hernández
Dr. Moises Martinez Wong
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Jesús Gustavo Pérez Martínez
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Armando Bravo Hernandez
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Arantxa Muñoz Saavedra
Dr. Luisa María González Ramírez
Dr. Norma Angélica Arias Alegría
Dr. Carlos Gerardo Castillo Ramírez
Dr. Yael de Jesús González Vázquez
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Frequently asked questions
What is post-traumatic edema?
Post-traumatic edema is the accumulation of fluid and swelling that appears in an area of the body after an injury, blow, or surgery. It is a response of the body to tissue damage and is usually localized around the affected region.
Which doctor treats post-traumatic edema?
Post-traumatic edema can be treated by a physical therapist, who helps reduce swelling and restore mobility to the affected area. You can book an appointment with a physical therapist near you.