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Dr. Gina Man-Mui Sheedy, MD, MPH is a physiatrist in Portland, OR specializing in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation) and occupational medicine. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 1988 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Gina Man-Mui Sheedy, MD, MPH is affiliated with Providence, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center.
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.
Dr. Gina Man-Mui Sheedy, MD, MPH graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 1988. She completed residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology, Occupational and Environmental Medicine and has a state license in Oregon.
Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine (1988)
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (2001)
Board Certification: American Board of Professional Psychology, Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Licensed In: Oregon
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Dr. Gina Man-Mui Sheedy, MD, MPH appears to accept the following insurance providers: First Choice Health, TRICARE Prime, TRICARE For Life, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, CIGNA Open Access Plus, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Blue California, CHAMPVA, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, Providence, Regence, US Family Health Plan, Medicare AB, Aetna PROV Employee POS, Moda Connexus Network, Age Right Marquis Advantage and Samaritan Health Plan Med Advantage.
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Dr. Gina Sheedy is a specialist in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation) and occupational medicine. Dr. Sheedy is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine. She trained at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin for residency. Her clinical interests include nerve conduction studies (NCS), musculoskeletal problems, and electromyography (EMG). She usually is in-network for Regence, Blue California, and United Healthcare POS, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Sheedy is conversant in Cantonese. She is professionally affiliated with Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center. According to Doctor.com, Dr. Sheedy is currently accepting new patients at her office in Portland, OR.
