Compartment Syndrome
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When a blow, a fracture, or a muscle injury causes intense and increasing pain in an arm or a leg, it is advisable to immediately rule out compartment syndrome. This occurs when the pressure inside a group of muscles rises so much that it compromises the circulation and the nerves of the area.
Warning signs: disproportionate pain that does not ease, a sensation of tightness or firm swelling, tingling, numbness, and, in advanced cases, difficulty moving the limb.
Why is it urgent? In its acute form it is considered an emergency, since the lack of blood supply can damage the tissues in a short time.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist and the general surgeon are the professionals who assess this condition, frequently in an emergency setting. In the face of intense and persistent pain after an injury, the right thing is to seek care without delay.
Data on 397 doctors who treat compartment syndrome
Which specialist treats compartment syndrome?
Compartment syndrome is typically managed by a general surgeon or an orthopedist. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can browse verified specialist profiles and book an appointment.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in compartment syndrome
Dr. Rafael Reynaga Martinez
Dr. Carlos Lozano Márquez
Dr. Armando Alvarez Martínez
Dr. Javier Baldizon Recio
Dr. Jaime Dante Hernandez Mendoza
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Francisco Javier Caballero Garcia
Dr. Raul Humberto Cavazos Caudillo
Dr. Hector Francisco Gaytan Osuna
Dr. Carlos Enrique Garcia Estrella
Dr. Luis Fernando Gonzalez Alatorre
Dr. Alberto Guevara Alvarez
Dr. Pablo Robles Perez
Dr. José Manuel Hernández Campos
Dr. Roberto Romero Torres
Dr. Cristian Rivera Reyes
Dr. Jorge Alberto Leyva Medellín
Dr. Carlos Ricardo Rueda Alvarado
Dr. Carlos Elias Bistre Ramirez
Dr. José Mario Dorantes Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is compartment syndrome?
When a blow, a fracture, or a muscle injury causes intense and increasing pain in an arm or a leg, it is advisable to immediately rule out compartment syndrome. This occurs when the pressure inside a group of muscles rises so much that it compromises the circulation and the nerves of the area.
Which doctor treats compartment syndrome?
Compartment syndrome is typically managed by a general surgeon or an orthopedist. This specialist can evaluate your symptoms and guide you on next steps. You can browse verified specialist profiles and book an appointment.