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Dr. Kevin Michael Dale, MD is a pediatric orthopedist in Hendersonville, TN specializing in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatric sports medicine. He graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Kevin Michael Dale, MD is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
128 North Anderson Lane
Hendersonville, TN 37075
2102 West Northfield Boulevard
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
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2200 Children's Way Suite 4202
Nashville, TN 37232
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
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. Kevin Michael Dale, MD graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Tennessee.
Medical School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (2009)
Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics (2014)
Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2018)
Licensed In: Tennessee
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kevin Michael Dale, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Arthrex, Inc. |
$11,225
$11,225 |
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Alpha Orthopedic Systems |
$363
$363 |
Arthrosurface Incorporated |
$134
UniCAP Resurfacing System $134 |
Smith+Nephew, Inc. |
$67
NovoStitch $67 |
Stryker Corporation |
$12
ICONIX $12 |
Grant | $10,780 |
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Education | $513 |
Food and Beverage | $455 |
Travel and Lodging | $53 |
Dr. Kevin Dale works as a pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatric sports medicine. His clinical interests include sports health, musculoskeletal problems, and surgical procedures. He is affiliated with Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. Dr. Dale obtained his medical school training at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and performed his residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics.