Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Lumbar issues Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing lower back pain for about two years. The pain intensifies at certain angles or when bending over, sitting, or standing for long periods. I previously consulted an orthopedic doctor who mentioned that I have a slight leg length...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Joints can naturally produce sounds, and issues such as laxity, deformity, or degeneration may make these sounds more pronounced. Each individual's condition varies, and an accurate assessment requires an in-person examination. Online consultations cannot replace a physical ...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Recovery Insights and MRI Considerations
Medial side of the knee Hello Doctor, on March 16th, I suddenly stood up from a cross-legged position and heard a popping sound in my knee. At that moment, the pain was so severe that I couldn't straighten my leg and needed to use a cane for support. I went to the hospital f...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is likely a ligament injury without a complete tear. Consider undergoing ultrasound diagnosis at a rehabilitation clinic. Generally, recovery from ligament injuries takes about 6 to 8 weeks.[Read More] Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Recovery Insights and MRI Considerations
Understanding Groin Pain: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Groin strain Doctor, I completed a fitness assessment last week (which included a 1600-meter run, sit-ups, seated forward bends, and standing long jumps), and since then, I've been experiencing pain in my groin and inguinal area. Could this be a strain? How can I alleviate t...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
If you are concerned about other conditions, such as a hernia, you can visit a urologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Managing Mild Herniated Discs: Rehabilitation and Weight Training Guidance
Mild intervertebral disc herniation? Hello doctor, I underwent X-ray and MRI examinations at the end of March, and I was diagnosed with a mild herniated disc. Currently, I work in an air-conditioned environment and wear a back support while moving air conditioning units. I would ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Weight training should be resumed based on the individual's condition after symptoms have healed. Typically, a herniated disc cannot return to its original state, but symptoms can be managed. Related exercises should only be performed after a professional assessment, as each...[Read More] Managing Mild Herniated Discs: Rehabilitation and Weight Training Guidance
Essential Knee Care Tips for Young Professionals Facing Pain
Knee care Hello, doctor. I have a few questions: 1. During my student years, I didn't like to exercise and often sat for long periods. Recently, after working as an intern for six months, I started experiencing knee pain and visited a clinic. At that time, I was only presc...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Based on your age and symptoms, you likely have patellofemoral pain syndrome (which is caused by insufficient strength in the thigh muscles leading to frequent friction between the patella and femur during activity, resulting in acute or chronic inflammation). Medication and reha...[Read More] Essential Knee Care Tips for Young Professionals Facing Pain
Rehabilitation Concerns After 4CM Thigh Laceration: What to Expect?
Rehabilitation issues after suture removal for a 4 cm laceration? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about a laceration on the inner side of my right thigh that occurred two weeks ago due to a car accident, measuring 4 cm. The bones and ligaments are fine, and I finally had the s...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
You can visit the rehabilitation department for heat therapy and electrical stimulation to relax the muscles, which can help improve your condition.[Read More] Rehabilitation Concerns After 4CM Thigh Laceration: What to Expect?
Understanding Fibromyalgia: Is My Pain Really Fibromyalgia?
Questions regarding a diagnosis of fibromyalgia? Hello, Doctor. Let me describe my condition: I am deeply troubled by long-term pain in the lower right side of my body and the left shoulder and neck. Sometimes the condition improves, and I feel no pain, but it comes and goes. 1...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Fibromyalgia is diagnosed by excluding other possible causes. Your symptoms could certainly be related to issues with the cervical and lumbar spine. It is recommended that you seek further evaluation, including physical examination and X-rays, to rule out any problems with the ce...[Read More] Understanding Fibromyalgia: Is My Pain Really Fibromyalgia?
Plantar Fasciitis and Bone Spurs: When to Consider Surgery?
Plantar fasciitis with bone spur? I have been suffering from plantar fasciitis in my left foot for over two years, which has recently improved slightly, but now I am experiencing severe pain in my right heel, sometimes radiating to the side. Medications, topical treatments, and p...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
If medications, topical patches, and rehabilitation are ineffective, shockwave therapy or localized injections such as prolotherapy can be considered. For more details, please refer to https://www.elite-r.com.tw/index.php/zh-tw/guardian-articles/309-about-plantar-fasciitis. Surge...[Read More] Plantar Fasciitis and Bone Spurs: When to Consider Surgery?
Understanding Coccydynia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Coccygeal pain Hello Doctor: Since 2015, I have been experiencing pain around my coccyx, particularly just above it at the S2-S4 sacral region. The pain conditions are as follows: 1. There is tenderness in the coccyx; when lying flat for about 1-2 minutes, it becomes very painful...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Coccydynia should be evaluated based on your history of trauma and childbirth. If there is a history of childbirth, it may be due to trauma or ligament laxity of the coccyx and sacrum during delivery, leading to instability. It is recommended to seek evaluation at a rehabilitatio...[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Overcoming Stuttering: Effective Strategies for College Students
Stuttering Hello, doctor. I am currently a fourth-year university student. I have had a stuttering issue since middle school, and it still persists today. Stuttering has significantly affected my life for many years, often making it difficult for me to communicate fluently with o...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
There are many causes of stuttering, and it is not necessarily a problem with speaking ability. It is recommended to first consult a psychiatrist or psychologist to identify the underlying reasons before seeking treatment.[Read More] Overcoming Stuttering: Effective Strategies for College Students
Understanding Clavicle Subluxation: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Sternoclavicular joint subluxation I have been experiencing a partial dislocation of my clavicle for four months due to a car accident, and the bone has not yet realigned. Could this be related to my job, where I have to lift heavy objects? I returned to work after 45 days, and I...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
After an injury, adequate rest is essential, along with the use of protective gear and minimizing movements that could provoke symptoms, as these measures can aid in recovery. Manual therapy may be beneficial, but since each individual's condition varies, it cannot be genera...[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Subluxation: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding Clavicle Subluxation: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Sternoclavicular joint subluxation I have been experiencing a partial dislocation of my clavicle for four months due to a car accident, and the bone has not yet been realigned. Could this be related to my job, where I have to lift heavy objects? I returned to work after 45 days, ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
After an injury, adequate rest is essential, along with the use of protective gear and minimizing movements that may cause irritation, as these measures can aid in recovery. Manual therapy may be beneficial, but each individual's condition varies, making it impossible to gen...[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Subluxation: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Improving Flexibility After Sciatica: Effective Stretching Techniques
Sciatica can lead to decreased flexibility? A few years ago, I experienced sciatica and didn't address it for a long time. Later, I found relief by hanging from a pull-up bar, but I developed a residual issue: the flexibility in my right leg has significantly decreased. A fe...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Sciatica, muscle strains, or soft tissue issues such as ligament and tendon injuries can all cause related discomfort symptoms. A proper assessment can only be made through an in-person examination; online consultations cannot replace an actual medical visit. Please consult an or...[Read More] Improving Flexibility After Sciatica: Effective Stretching Techniques
Understanding Knee Sprains: Rehabilitation and MRI Options for Recovery
Knee sprain I am currently 20 years old and in my second year of college. During my senior year of high school, I sustained a lateral knee sprain in my left leg during a volleyball match. I went to a chiropractic clinic for treatment and also had an orthopedic examination. The do...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
The described symptoms may be related to soft tissues such as ligaments and tendons. A proper assessment can only be made through an in-person examination, as online consultations cannot replace a physical visit. Please consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist for an ac...[Read More] Understanding Knee Sprains: Rehabilitation and MRI Options for Recovery
Is Prolotherapy Suitable for Treating Leg Pain During Climbing?
Is it suitable for hyperplasia treatment? Hello, Director! I have a long-term exercise habit, but about three to four months ago, I started experiencing thigh soreness when climbing stairs or hiking uphill. However, this does not occur when walking on flat ground. I have been und...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Experiencing soreness in the thighs only when climbing stairs or hiking uphill, without any neurological numbness or pain, does not strongly suggest lumbar nerve or lower limb nerve compression. It is important to assess whether the soreness is localized to specific muscles or te...[Read More] Is Prolotherapy Suitable for Treating Leg Pain During Climbing?
Is Capsaicin Patch Safer for Chronic Lower Back Pain Than NSAID or Wintergreen Oil Patches?
Is using capsaicin patches for lower back pain safer than using topical NSAIDs or patches containing wintergreen oil? Hello, doctor. I would like to address the issue of long-term application of patches for lower back pain, but I am concerned that patches containing non-steroidal...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Transdermal patches containing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are absorbed through the skin and enter the bloodstream in small amounts, which are then metabolized by the kidneys. Unless multiple patches are applied simultaneously, there is generally no risk of kid...[Read More] Is Capsaicin Patch Safer for Chronic Lower Back Pain Than NSAID or Wintergreen Oil Patches?
Chronic Knee Pain After Accident: Treatment Options for Soft Tissue Damage
After the car accident, there are no fractures, but there is pain when the knee is touched? About four years ago, I was involved in a motorcycle accident where my right knee impacted the ground. At that time, I only had abrasions, but over the years, my knee has been painful when...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
It is recommended to use knee braces during exercise and to strengthen thigh muscles to enhance knee joint stability. In conjunction with medication and rehabilitation therapy, this should help alleviate symptoms. However, an accurate assessment can only be made through an in-per...[Read More] Chronic Knee Pain After Accident: Treatment Options for Soft Tissue Damage
Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Causes, Exercises, and Recovery Tips
Inner knee stabbing pain issue? Dear Dr. Lee, I apologize for disturbing you during your busy schedule. I would like to consult you regarding an issue I've been experiencing. Since early February of this year, I have been experiencing unexplained sharp pain on the inner sid...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
1. In cases of knee instability (due to incomplete repair after ligament injury), performing leg raises may indeed cause pain; however, continued exercise can enhance knee stability. Therefore, it is recommended to continue exercising within tolerable limits or to find suitable e...[Read More] Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Causes, Exercises, and Recovery Tips
Post-Surgery Challenges After Car Accident: Rehabilitation Insights for Seniors
Post-accident surgical issues? I apologize for bothering you, Director Lin, but I have some questions I would like to ask. I previously inquired about post-surgery issues related to a car accident and will be visiting the hospital for further questions. However, I still have some...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello Mr. J: Based on your questions, you are truly a caring family member. Before answering your questions in order, I would like to clarify some concepts. First, X-rays only visualize bone structures, while soft tissues are not visible. Soft tissues can be divided into intra-ar...[Read More] Post-Surgery Challenges After Car Accident: Rehabilitation Insights for Seniors
Managing Post-Surgery Numbness and Pain After Carpal Tunnel Surgery
How can I improve hand numbness? A year ago, I experienced numbness in my thumb and middle finger. After examination, I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome and subsequently underwent median nerve surgery. It has been a year since the surgery, but I still feel sharp pain in ...
Dr. Lin Jianzhong Reply:
Hello, Xiangge: 1. It is not possible to determine from the description of the issue what type of injection the physician administered. If possible, asking the physician who performed the injection would provide more clarity. It is also uncertain whether the symptoms that devel...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Numbness and Pain After Carpal Tunnel Surgery