Can a Car Accident Cause Flat Feet? Understanding the Connection
Flatfoot after a car accident? Hello Doctor: In early March of this year, I was involved in an accident while riding my motorcycle with another rider. At that time, an X-ray of my left ankle showed small fragments, and I needed to have a cast applied. Later, in May, when I return...
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Can a car accident lead to the development of flat feet? Is surgery a viable option for treatment, or is it necessary to have an outpatient examination to confirm?[Read More] Can a Car Accident Cause Flat Feet? Understanding the Connection
Managing Tailbone Pain After Childbirth: Seeking the Right Treatment
Pain at the lower back near the tailbone? Hello, doctor. Ever since I gave birth to my first child a year and a half ago, I have been suffering from persistent pain at the lower end of my back (specifically, the tailbone area). Due to abnormal uterine contractions, I was hospital...
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Rehabilitation medicine may be more appropriate.[Read More] Managing Tailbone Pain After Childbirth: Seeking the Right Treatment
Understanding Lower Back and Thigh Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Lower back pain and thigh pain? Recently, I have been experiencing significant pain in my lower back after prolonged sitting, standing, or movement, and my left thigh also hurts. Additionally, I often feel weakness or soreness in both arms. I have undergone rehabilitation for my ...
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Rehabilitation medicine should be the most appropriate.[Read More] Understanding Lower Back and Thigh Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Can Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Be Treated Effectively in Rehab?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Hello! My mother went to the hospital for an examination and was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. The doctor said she needs surgery. I would like to ask if this condition can be treated in the rehabilitation department?
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If the condition is severe, surgery is necessary. Please come to the outpatient clinic for an evaluation to determine if rehabilitation can provide a cure.[Read More] Can Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Be Treated Effectively in Rehab?
Understanding Thigh Pain and Weakness: A Guide to Rehabilitation
Thigh pain and weakness? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about something. Around the time of the Lunar New Year, I started feeling a heavy sensation in my thighs at night, similar to the feeling after exercising. After a night's sleep, it would return to normal, so I ...
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Consult a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding Thigh Pain and Weakness: A Guide to Rehabilitation
Stroke Recovery: Understanding Rehabilitation and Cognitive Challenges
Stroke sequelae Hello, doctor. My mother is 62 years old. At the end of April, she underwent surgery for a hemorrhagic stroke due to hypertension (the report indicated a hemorrhage in the left thalamus and hydrocephalus). She is currently experiencing paralysis in her right hand ...
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First: Is there a chance for rehabilitation to enable walking? ANS: There is still a chance, but it depends on the effort put in! Second: My mother sometimes engages in fluent conversations and recognizes the names of family and friends when she is in good spirits, but at other...[Read More] Stroke Recovery: Understanding Rehabilitation and Cognitive Challenges
Relief Strategies for Finger Joint Pain from Typing
Finger joint pain I work as a typist, typing for 9 to 12 hours a day, with an average speed of about 70 to 80 words per minute. I take one day off a week, and after a year and a half, I've started to feel pain in my finger joints, especially in the joints of my ring and litt...
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This is inflammation of the finger joints due to cumulative strain. Soaking in warm water can be helpful. It is recommended to seek treatment from a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Relief Strategies for Finger Joint Pain from Typing
Chronic Ankle Sprain: Diagnosis and Treatment Options After 1.5 Years
Ankle sprain Hello, I sprained my ankle about a year and a half ago, but it was not properly treated at that time, which has led to ongoing discomfort since then, especially noticeable during intense physical activity. However, it is not severe enough to prevent me from walking. ...
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A musculoskeletal ultrasound examination should be performed to establish a treatment plan.[Read More] Chronic Ankle Sprain: Diagnosis and Treatment Options After 1.5 Years
Understanding Persistent Left Elbow Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Left elbow pain? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to consult you regarding my mother, who is a busy housewife. She has been experiencing persistent pain in her left elbow for some time (without any injury). The tendons around her elbow seem slightly protruded, and she feels tightnes...
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Based on your description, it seems to be tendinitis. Please visit a hospital for a musculoskeletal ultrasound examination to further understand your condition.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Left Elbow Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Exploring Rehabilitation Options for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Patients
Questions regarding rehabilitation therapy? Dear Dr. Chen, I have been diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and previously consulted at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. In addition to the injury to my median nerve, I suspect there may be damage to other nerves due to the emergence...
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You can undergo rehabilitation at our hospital, but please bring the electromyography and nerve conduction study reports with you.[Read More] Exploring Rehabilitation Options for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Patients
Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Causes and Treatment Options
Knee joint pain Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my father. He previously slipped and injured the ligaments and tendons in his knee. He went to see a doctor and had an X-ray, which confirmed that there were no issues with the bones. His condition has improved significant...
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I previously slipped and injured the ligaments and tendons around my knee joint. I later consulted a doctor and had an X-ray, which confirmed that there were no issues with the bones. However, I experience sudden pain that wakes me up during the night, and I also feel slight disc...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Foot Pain: Insights for Effective Rehabilitation
Plantar fasciitis The patient has been suffering for about five years and has not been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis (no doctor has made such a determination). They have consulted numerous practitioners in both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine (across many spe...
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Based on your description, it is difficult to make an accurate diagnosis. Please come to the clinic for an evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Foot Pain: Insights for Effective Rehabilitation
Understanding Cognitive Assessment Results in Rehabilitation: A Parent's Guide
Intelligence Test Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about my daughter. Last September, she underwent a comprehensive assessment at your hospital, and the results of her intelligence tests were VIQ=72, PIQ=65, and FIQ=67, indicating mild intellectual disability. Subsequently, she...
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The assessment of intelligence tests is conducted once a year as a principle. Moreover, her condition seems to be improving.[Read More] Understanding Cognitive Assessment Results in Rehabilitation: A Parent's Guide
Dietary Guidelines and Rehabilitation Tips for Hemorrhagic Stroke Patients
Foods for Elderly Patients with Hemorrhagic Stroke 1. What foods should be avoided for elderly patients with hemorrhagic stroke? 2. What foods are most beneficial for elderly patients with hemorrhagic stroke? 3. How can mobility be restored for the left arm and leg, which are...
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1. What dietary restrictions should elderly patients with hemorrhagic stroke follow? ANS: Avoid high-sodium and high-fat foods. 2. What foods are most beneficial for elderly patients with hemorrhagic stroke? ANS: A balanced diet; it is best to have a nutritionist tailor a meal ...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines and Rehabilitation Tips for Hemorrhagic Stroke Patients
Understanding Cold Sensation in Post-Surgery Hand Rehabilitation
After surgery for a hand fracture (after the insertion of metal pins), the hand may feel cold? Hello Dr. Chen, My mother, who is currently 65 years old, underwent surgery eight years ago for a fracture in her left hand (commonly referred to as pinning with metal screws) at a maj...
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1. There should be no temperature difference between both hands under normal conditions. 2. The hand that underwent surgery is colder; rehabilitation should continue along with complementary traditional Chinese medicine treatment.[Read More] Understanding Cold Sensation in Post-Surgery Hand Rehabilitation
Should I Continue Neck Traction Therapy for My Slightly Misaligned Neck?
Neck misalignment and the use of cervical traction devices? Hello Dr. Chen, my neck is slightly tilted to the right. It does not affect my daily life, and I can move my neck freely. Recently, I visited a rehabilitation clinic for cervical traction therapy and have been taking mus...
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If daily life is not affected and the neck can move freely, rehabilitation may not be necessary. However, if rehabilitation is conducted under the guidance of a professional, it should be safe![Read More] Should I Continue Neck Traction Therapy for My Slightly Misaligned Neck?
Understanding Post-ACL Reconstruction: Addressing Knee Discomfort and Sounds
Knee Hello Doctor: After undergoing reconstruction of the left knee anterior cruciate ligament, I have been experiencing discomfort in my knee five months post-surgery. I have been diligent with my rehabilitation exercises for thigh strength, but I still occasionally hear a crack...
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After undergoing reconstruction of the left knee anterior cruciate ligament, there has been persistent discomfort in the knee five months post-surgery. Although rehabilitation exercises for thigh strength have been diligently performed, there are still occasional audible popping ...[Read More] Understanding Post-ACL Reconstruction: Addressing Knee Discomfort and Sounds
Understanding Speech Disorders in Children: When to See a Rehabilitation Specialist
Language barrier It is possible that the stuttering observed in the child since early childhood, which has persisted into middle school, could be related to physiological factors such as neural connections or conduction issues. It would be appropriate to refer the child directly ...
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It cannot be said with certainty whether it is possible or not; you can directly visit the rehabilitation department, or you may first see a neurologist. The hospital will assist you with the evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Speech Disorders in Children: When to See a Rehabilitation Specialist
Do You Need Surgery for Cartilage Repair? Key Questions Answered
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please Does cartilage tissue need repair? Can X-rays show cartilage damage? Is arthroscopic surgery necessary for the hip joint? How can one determine if surgery is needed?
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In Taiwan, microscopic surgery of the hip joint is not a mandatory specialty training in rehabilitation medicine. Since this is not my area of expertise, I am unable to answer related questions. I apologize for any inconvenience. Other orthopedic surgeons may specialize in this t...[Read More] Do You Need Surgery for Cartilage Repair? Key Questions Answered
Understanding Sharp Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
There is a sharp, needle-like pain on the inner side of the knee? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a sudden sharp, needle-like pain I have been experiencing on the inner side of my left knee for the past few days. It feels like being pricked by a needle when touched. Alth...
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Based on your description, it seems to be a case of soft tissue inflammation. It would be best to visit a hospital for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Sharp Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options