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Dr. Alanna Alexandra Didier, DO is a family medicine practitioner in Albany, OR specializing in family medicine. She graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2019 and has 5 years of experience. Dr. Alanna Alexandra Didier, DO is affiliated with Samaritan Health Services (Oregon), Samaritan Health System and ALBANY GENERAL HOSPITAL.
1700 Geary Street Se Suite 200 300a
Albany, OR 97322
Joint Injections
A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.
Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.
In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.
Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.
In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.
LGBT Issues
LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender, and is indicative of a greater spectrum of different sexualities and genders that some people may identify with. LGBT issues are issues that LGBT people may face in their daily life, affecting children, adolescents, and adults. Adverse experiences and stigmas may contribute to depression, anxiety, and undue stress in LGBT people. Common LGBT issues may include:
Healthcare providers are working to provide more inclusive care for people of all sexual orientations and identities. Some choose to address LGBT issues through procedures such as chest reconstruction, facial feminization surgery, masculinization surgery, and glottoplasty (surgery to raise the pitch of one's voice). Sensitive OB-GYN care and hormone therapy may also be options for people with LGBT issues.
LGBT therapy can also help people navigate LGBT issues and mental health problems. LGBT affirmative therapy specializes in creating "affirmative" spaces for people who are LGBT. LGBT affirmative therapists use patients' preferred pronouns, address homophobia and social biases, and act as LGBT advocates in their talk therapy sessions.
Dr. Alanna Alexandra Didier, DO graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2019. She completed residency at Scottsdale Healthcare. She is certified by the Board Certification: Family Medicine and has a state license in Arizona.
Medical School: Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (2019)
Residency: Scottsdale Healthcare
Board Certification: Board Certification: Family Medicine
Licensed In: Arizona
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Dr. Alanna Didier's medical specialty is family medicine. Dr. Didier's areas of clinical interest consist of removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), joint injections, and women's health issues. She is affiliated with Samaritan Health Services (Oregon). According to Samaritan Health Services, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Albany, OR. Dr. Didier is a graduate of Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency training at Scottsdale Healthcare.