Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

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Aug 22 2018

Minnesota Doesn’t Overprescribe Painkillers For Ankle Sprains

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A new study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine took a closer look at which states dole out the most prescription painkillers for ankle sprains and which ones are more likely to rely on other treatment methods. Considering that opioid overdoses kill roughly 90 Americans a day, it seems like it would be a […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Education, Injury prevention · Tagged: ankle sprain prescription, ankle sprains, opioids, painkillers

Sep 20 2017

Opioids Ineffective For Ankle Fracture Patients

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When it comes to providing patients with the right care plan after surgery, opioids and pain medications are often part of the discussion. For some patients, opioids can help to control pain and help the patient stay in a positive frame of mind because they aren’t bogged down with pain and discomfort. For others, opioids […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Surgery, Treatment · Tagged: ankle fracture, ankle fracture and opioids, ankle fracture surgery, opioids, pain medications

Jul 18 2017

Ankle Surgery and Avoiding Opioid Abuse

When it comes to treating patients, most doctors have two main goals. The first is to reduce pain and discomfort, and the second is to get the patient a treatment plan that puts them back on the road to recovery. We’ve developed effective treatment plans for nearly every foot and ankle condition, but we have […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Surgery, Treatment · Tagged: opioid abuse, opioids, pain pills, painkiller abuse, preventing opioid abuse

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Dr. Lance Silverman is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, with specialty training in the management of conditions of the ankle and foot. Read More…

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The information contained on this site is intended to provide only general education about foot & ankle surgery and conditions. It should NOT be regarded as diagnostic, treatment or any other type of specific medical advice to anyone. On this site, Dr. Silverman periodically provides assessments and commentary on specific procedures that individuals have undergone. These assessments do not indicate that Dr. Silverman has performed these specific surgeries. Individuals should always consult a licensed and qualified health care provider for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment recommendations regarding their specific medical problems.

Pima Center Clinic

8405 North Pima Center Parkway
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Arcadia Clinic

3033 North 44th Street
Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85018

High Street Clinic

5355 East High Street
Suite 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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Dr. Silverman provides orthopedic ankle and foot care throughout Arizona, including the cities of: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Pima Center, Arcadia, High Street, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, and more!

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