Understanding Calf Cramps: Causes and Recovery Tips for Athletes
Calf cramps Hello doctor, I am a middle school student currently training in track and field. Today, during practice, I suddenly experienced a cramp in the inner side of my left calf (the muscles in the inner calf suddenly contracted into a knot) that lasted for about 7 to 8 seco...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Muscle cramps may be accompanied by strains in the affected area. In the initial stages, moderate ice application can be beneficial. Subsequently, stretching and heat therapy should be incorporated. If there is no improvement, it is advisable to seek early medical attention from ...[Read More] Understanding Calf Cramps: Causes and Recovery Tips for Athletes
Understanding Upper Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Upper back pain issues? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing upper back pain for almost two weeks. I have applied topical analgesics and taken muscle relaxants, but there has been no improvement. I wonder if this is related to the fact that I was bedridden for an extended peri...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide a diagnosis. Neuromuscular tissue lesions in the shoulder and neck area can potentially cause related symptoms. It is advisable to try applying heat to the affected area and to enhance stretching exercises. If symptoms persist or...[Read More] Understanding Upper Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Can a Bedridden Patient Regain Leg Straightening Ability?
Inability to fully extend the leg? My family member has been bedridden for a year. Although they occasionally go to rehabilitation, one leg cannot be straightened. The therapist said there is no chance to practice standing. Does this mean there is no opportunity to stand up? What...
Dr. Zhang Zhixiang Reply:
It is recommended to bring the patient to the rehabilitation outpatient department for further evaluation in order to arrange appropriate rehabilitation therapy. Thank you. The physical therapist will also provide a suitable exercise prescription based on the patient's needs...[Read More] Can a Bedridden Patient Regain Leg Straightening Ability?
Understanding Elbow Pain: Possible Causes and Treatment Options
Elbow issues Hello, doctor. Previously, I visited an orthopedic specialist due to elbow pain, and the doctor mentioned that there wasn't much of a problem, possibly tendonitis. I thought it wasn't a big deal and decided to monitor it. However, recently the issue has wor...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide a diagnosis. The symptoms may be related to the soft tissues of the tendons or ligaments in the elbow or forearm, or to the nerves of the upper limb. It is recommended to consult an orthopedic specialist, a neurosurgeon, or a reh...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Pain: Possible Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Torticollis: Causes, Treatments, and Next Steps
My head is tilted to the left, and I am having difficulty moving. Please help me? In March 2022, I experienced menopause and simultaneously discovered that I could not control my head tilting to the left. An MRI showed no abnormalities, and I was diagnosed with torticollis at Cha...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
The sternocleidomastoid muscle is associated with neck rotation, and related lesions can lead to abnormal head control. Heat therapy and stretching exercises can help alleviate muscle tension. It is recommended to consult a neurologist or a rehabilitation specialist for an accura...[Read More] Understanding Torticollis: Causes, Treatments, and Next Steps
Understanding Leg Stiffness After Prolonged Bed Rest: Causes and Solutions
After a family member has been bedridden, they are unable to fully extend their legs? Your family member, who is 60 years old and has been bedridden for over a month due to a serious illness, is experiencing an inability to fully extend her legs, with pain occurring beyond a cert...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Prolonged bed rest without proper positioning and maintenance of joint mobility can easily lead to joint contractures. It is important to keep the joints active and stretch the limbs to prevent permanent limb spasticity. If symptoms do not improve or continue to worsen, it is adv...[Read More] Understanding Leg Stiffness After Prolonged Bed Rest: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Foot Pain: Recovery Insights and Treatment Options
Swelling and pain in the bones, muscles, and tendons of the foot? I have had three X-rays taken, and there doesn't seem to be any obvious abnormalities (from what I can see). However, it has been nine weeks (of ongoing treatment for nine weeks), and my right foot's meta...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide a diagnosis. Injuries to the foot, as well as damage to nearby tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues, or subtle linear fractures in the bones, can also cause persistent pain. Please visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation spec...[Read More] Understanding Foot Pain: Recovery Insights and Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Rehabilitation: Pain and Recovery After Meniscus Surgery
Knee problems Dr. Lee, I had a right knee medial meniscus repair and cartilage graft surgery at the end of September this year. I returned for a follow-up appointment last week, and the doctor mentioned that my quadriceps are currently engaged during knee flexion and advised me t...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Q1: I had a right knee medial meniscus repair and cartilage graft surgery at the end of September this year. I visited the doctor last week, and he mentioned that my quadriceps are currently flexing and there are issues with leg extension. During the leg extension process, I noti...[Read More] Understanding Knee Rehabilitation: Pain and Recovery After Meniscus Surgery
Effective Strategies to Alleviate Shoulder Shrugging and Discomfort
Developed trapezius muscle? Hello, I would like to ask about my habit of involuntarily shrugging my shoulders, which is quite noticeable despite my regular workout routine. I have been focusing on strength training, particularly targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serrat...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Excessive weight training can lead to worsening muscle imbalances and improper posture. It is important to perform shoulder and neck stretching exercises, maintaining a relaxed and natural posture with the head held high, chest out, and chin tucked. If discomfort persists, seek m...[Read More] Effective Strategies to Alleviate Shoulder Shrugging and Discomfort
Understanding Gluteal Muscle Tears: Recovery Challenges and Symptoms
Sports Injury: Gluteus Medius Tear Re-injured After Three Weeks Hello, Director Wang. I have a left gluteus medius tear that has not healed after three weeks. I slipped in the bathroom the day before yesterday and re-injured it (my foot split apart without impact). At that moment...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
A hematoma caused by a laceration may compress nerves, leading to related symptoms, or there may have been nerve damage at the time of the fall, resulting in abnormal postures during sitting or lying down that could trigger nerve compression symptoms. It is advisable to seek cons...[Read More] Understanding Gluteal Muscle Tears: Recovery Challenges and Symptoms
Understanding Wrist Tendonitis and Steroid Injection Complications
Steroid injection for right wrist tendinitis combined with thumb tenosynovitis? Because I lift heavy objects at work, one day I woke up and suddenly felt a lot of pain and discomfort in my right wrist, almost like a tendon was stuck. That afternoon, I went to a nearby orthopedic ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide diagnoses. Swelling is usually caused by inflammation or significant injury to nearby soft tissues (such as tendon or ligament tears). However, issues related to blood circulation or lymphatic problems may also be possible. Local...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Tendonitis and Steroid Injection Complications
Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Specialist for Relief
Back pain I have been experiencing frequent back pain since the beginning of this month, sometimes in the middle back and other times in the lower back, but the middle back pain is more common. Before going to bed at night, I often feel pain in the upper back, which improves when...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: You can consult with Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, or Rehabilitation Medicine. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Specialist for Relief
Understanding Cervical Nerve Compression: Rehabilitation Options and Pain Management
Nerve compression Last week, I underwent a cervical MRI in the neurosurgery department, and the report is as follows: **Summary Imaging Findings:** Multiplanar multisequence MRI of the cervical spine without contrast enhancement shows: - **Alignment:** Grade I retrolisthesis at ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide diagnosis or treatment. Clinical diagnosis requires consideration of actual symptoms, physical examination, and imaging interpretation to recommend appropriate treatment options. Please visit a rehabilitation department for an ap...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Nerve Compression: Rehabilitation Options and Pain Management
Understanding Nerve Compression: Causes and Treatment for Leg Numbness
Spinal nerve compression causing leg numbness? Symptoms: Initially, there was only occasional discomfort in the legs, but suddenly the right foot became numb, making walking difficult (no heavy lifting or intense exercise, but prolonged sitting with possibly poor posture). After ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a medical consultation platform and cannot provide diagnostic services. Both herniated discs and spinal stenosis can produce similar symptoms, and it is not possible to generalize without a proper evaluation by a physician following relevant examinations. Although discomf...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Compression: Causes and Treatment for Leg Numbness
Understanding Laser Treatment for Wrist Triangular Fibrocartilage Inflammation
Wrist cartilage inflammation laser treatment Due to persistent inflammation of the triangular fibrocartilage in my wrist, the doctor recommended trying high-energy laser therapy. However, during the session, I found that the device did not have a specific treatment option for tri...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Each type of machine has different settings, and it is advisable to discuss with the on-site therapists or attending physicians. Overuse of the keyboard and mouse can lead to repetitive strain injuries, so it is important to take appropriate breaks to prevent further deterioratio...[Read More] Understanding Laser Treatment for Wrist Triangular Fibrocartilage Inflammation
Understanding Pain in the Little Toe After Injury: When to Seek Help
Stubbed little toe? Hello Doctor, about two weeks ago, I accidentally bumped my right little toe against the bed. I thought it was nothing serious and would heal quickly, so the next day I went for a run. During the run, I didn't feel anything unusual. I continued running fo...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Due to the possibility of a toe contusion from external impact, excessive exercise before healing may lead to injuries of other tendons and ligaments. It is recommended to refrain from vigorous activities and seek medical attention from an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist ...[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Little Toe After Injury: When to Seek Help
Understanding Shoulder Sounds: Can You Continue Rehab with Muscle Atrophy?
Questions related to abnormal sounds? If the shoulder muscles have atrophied and you attempt some rehabilitation exercises, resulting in occasional clicking sounds at the junction of the shoulder and neck at night without any other discomfort, is it still safe to continue exercis...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, there is atrophy of the shoulder muscles, but it is unclear what the cause may be. Additionally, what type of exercise do you engage in? If the situation persists, please visit a nearby medical facility for an evaluation by a physician and therap...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Sounds: Can You Continue Rehab with Muscle Atrophy?
Understanding Neck Pain, Dizziness, and Nausea After Stretching
Shoulder and neck pain accompanied by dizziness and nausea? Hello doctor, two days ago in the evening, I did some stretching exercises at home. A few hours later, I started to feel pain in a straight line from the back of my neck to the area just below my shoulder blades. Turning...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Dizziness and vomiting symptoms may be related to the balance functions of the inner ear or cerebellum. In some cases, cervical spine issues may also be involved. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist or a neurologist for evaluation to determine the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain, Dizziness, and Nausea After Stretching
Understanding Persistent Calf Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Persistent pain in the calf? As a working professional with no regular exercise habits, I began experiencing unexplained pain in my left calf about a month ago. The pain is less noticeable when I am at rest, but it becomes very intense in the center of the calf when I exert mysel...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, you may seek assistance from a neurosurgeon or a neurologist. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Persistent Calf Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Recovery from Right Foot Metatarsal Fracture and Swelling
Right foot metatarsal fracture with swelling? I have severe pain in the sole of my right foot and in the metatarsal area, along with swelling. How long will it take to heal? Do I need rehabilitation? What treatments are available? I've been experiencing this for a month with...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Generally, strains or contusions can heal within one to two weeks. Treatment may include oral medications, topical ointments, or physical therapies such as heat therapy and electrical stimulation. It is also important to use appropriate supportive devices to protect the injured a...[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Right Foot Metatarsal Fracture and Swelling