Dr. Chen Xianchang reply Rehabilitation Question - Page 16

Incorrect pronunciation? My son is over two years old and doesn't speak much; his pronunciation is not correct. The older generation says it's just "baby talk" and he'll grow out of it, while others suggest taking him for speech therapy. What should I do?

Sharp pain in the toes? My mom said that in the past few days, while walking, she first experienced numbness and tingling in her right toe, and after about ten minutes, the same symptoms appeared in her left foot. She has never experienced this before. What should be done to addr...

Calf muscle pain? Due to work requirements, sitting in front of the computer for long periods has resulted in significant pain and stiffness in my calf muscles. My feet always feel very heavy, and certain spots on my calves feel like hard lumps, which are particularly painful, to...

Knee pain While walking uphill, I suddenly heard a cracking sound from my left knee as I climbed the stairs. My left leg could barely support my weight, and I had to quickly step up with my right leg to regain balance and continue walking. During this time, I experienced slight p...

Frozen shoulder My mother has been experiencing frequent soreness and pain in her right shoulder lately, to the point where she cannot sleep on her right side. She also has difficulty reaching for items above her head and cannot comb her hair. A doctor told her it is frozen shoul...

Ligament tear? Hello, doctor! I had a serious motorcycle accident and I'm covered in bruises. The most severe injury is a torn ligament in my left arm. The doctor mentioned that it cannot be stitched, which makes me very anxious! I'm worried it won't heal properly....

Hip pain Hello, Doctor. My father has been attending rehabilitation regularly from Monday to Friday for almost a year. He generally feels good, but he experiences some pain in his hip after walking a short distance. Walking is part of his daily routine, and he walks on flat surfa...

Numbness in the hands? For the past two weeks, I have been waking up every day with numbness in my left hand, which continues to wake me up repeatedly until dawn. The numbness is primarily in my palm, and at times it feels like pins and needles. I would like to ask the doctor: wh...

Car accident injuries Will the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear caused by a car accident lead to degeneration or atrophy of the leg, or prevent squatting? Thank you!

Radial fracture Hello, Dr. Chen! My mother had a motorcycle accident and the orthopedic surgeon diagnosed her with a distal radius fracture. A steel pin was inserted into the radius, and the doctor mentioned that after external fixation, there would be no scarring. It has been 6 ...

Ultrasound Therapy Dear Doctor: How long can ultrasound therapy last? During the treatment, it feels very sore no matter how it's done. How can this be resolved? Thank you!

Application for Electric Mobility Scooter My uncle has mobility issues and wants to apply for an electric mobility scooter. I heard that a certification must be issued by a rehabilitation department; is that correct? What conditions must be met to apply?

Pain near the knee? Hello, Director: My mother has been experiencing severe pain near her right knee for the past two weeks. She needs to use her hands for support when getting up from a chair, and she can walk in a straight line without issues, but she has to turn at a 90-degree...

Contusion Hello, Doctor! My father fell down the stairs and the orthopedic doctor said that he has a cartilage contusion in the web space of his left hand, which may take 1 to 2 months to recover. During this period, he needs to continue receiving injections and taking medication...

Finger pain Hello, doctor! My right little finger and left thumb often feel stiff and painful, making it difficult to bend and straighten them. I need to apply heat to feel better. Could this be trigger finger? Is rehabilitation possible? Thank you!

Finger sprain Hello, doctor! Yesterday while playing volleyball, I unexpectedly twisted my left index finger while setting the ball. I didn't want to pay much attention to it, but the joint is very painful and swollen. Is going to physical therapy an overreaction, or can it ...

Learning difficulties My five-year-old nephew has difficulty speaking and his writing and drawing are quite unsteady. His teacher believes he may have learning difficulties and has suggested seeking medical attention. What kind of evaluations should be conducted and which special...

Muscle pain The muscles in the back of your left thigh are experiencing cramping pain not only when standing but also when climbing stairs, sitting down, or squatting. I haven't engaged in any strenuous activities that could have caused this. What could be the reason for thi...

Foot pain Pain in the sole of the right foot while walking may indicate inflammation in several areas, such as the plantar fascia (plantar fasciitis), metatarsal bones, or the Achilles tendon. To manage this condition, consider the following steps: 1. Rest: Avoid activities that...

Leg cramps Recently, I've been experiencing frequent tingling in my big toes, almost like an electric shock. Occasionally, I also have cramps before dawn, which affects my sleep and mood. What can I do to resolve this? Thank you!