Dr. Robert Lafontaine, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins, ON

Dr. Robert Lafontaine

Dr. Robert Lafontaine

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Timmins, ON
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Dr. Robert Lafontaine Bio

Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins, affectionately known as Dr. Bob, is a dedicated and passionate orthopedic surgeon based in Timmins. His connection to hockey, both as a fan and as a medical professional, is a central part of his life and career. Here's some key information about him:

  • Hockey Enthusiast: Dr. Bob's passion for hockey has been a lifelong pursuit. He played hockey during his youth in the Kapuskasing Minor Hockey Association (KMHA) and has continued to be involved in the sport throughout his life.

  • Academic Background: Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins pursued his academic studies at the University of Ottawa and Université de Montréal, where he graduated with honors. His dedication to his studies did not deter him from his love for hockey, as he continued to play the sport while pursuing his education.

  • Medical Career: After completing his education, Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins established his medical practice as a general orthopedic surgeon in Timmins in 2002. His specialization includes a keen interest in sports injuries, reflecting his commitment to helping athletes recover from injuries and return to the game they love.

  • Involvement in Youth Hockey:Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins has been actively involved with the Timmins Minor Hockey Association (TMHA) and spring hockey leagues. He has served as a trainer for his son's hockey teams for over five years, demonstrating his dedication to the well-being of young athletes.

  • Certification: Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins holds Level III Trainer Certification from the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA), showcasing his commitment to providing high-quality medical care and support to hockey players of all ages.

  • Boston Bruins Fan: In addition to his involvement in local hockey, Dr. Bob is a proud and loyal fan of the Boston Bruins, one of the NHL's iconic teams.

  • Timmins Rock's Official Doctor: Dr. Lafontaine takes pride in serving as the official doctor for the Timmins Rock, a junior hockey team. His role as the team's doctor allows him to combine his medical expertise with his passion for hockey.

Dr. Robert Lafontaine's multifaceted involvement in the world of hockey, from playing the sport himself to providing medical care to athletes, reflects his dedication to the sport and its community. His commitment to orthopedics, sports medicine, and youth hockey makes him a respected figure in Timmins and beyond.

Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins is in good standing with the Canadian Orthopedic Asscociation in Canada.  Dr. Robert Lafontaine , Orthopaedic Surgeon, Timmins is in good standing with the Canadian Medicial Association and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons.


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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Carpel Tunnel Syndrome

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When diagnosing carpel tunnel syndrome, once your doctor has made a diagnosis, an added diagnostic tool is to get a nerve conduction study done.

Explanation:

When you start developing symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, and your diagnosis has been confirmed by your family physician, sometimes an added diagnosis is getting something called a nerve conduction study, where you’re sent to a neurologist to test the level of slowing of that nerve.

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A nerve conduction test helps diagnose the amount of compression the nerve has, which is directly related to the amount of pain a person is feeling.

Explanation:

A conduction test will often come back positive, and it will give you some idea of the degree of compression; not that that’s related, necessarily, to your symptoms, but it does help confirm the diagnosis.

3

When first diagnosed, many physicians will recommend wearing a brace on the wrist at night in order to hold the wrist straight.

Explanation:

Early in the disease, in the entity, when you start having numbness in your hands, most physicians will recommend bracing at nighttime. It will keep your wrist in a straighter position.

4

Moving the joints in extreme flexion is not advised while doing daily activities, sports or hobbies.

Explanation:

They may ask you to avoid positions of extreme extension or flexion of your wrist joint during the daytime at work, or at hobbies or sports that you do.

5

Using anti-inflammatories or cortisone injections is of little help to carpel tunnel.

Explanation:

Your physician may put you on some anti-inflammatories to settle some of your symptoms, and some doctors will actually inject cortisone into your carpal canal that may help you temporarily.

6

Typically, carpel tunnel is a short term problem and symptoms will resolve on their own.

Explanation:

The problem is, by and large, a progressive problem. So you may have mild symptoms for one day, and worse another, and month-to-month it may change. But the natural course of this is over years it will usually get worse.

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