Understanding Post-Fall Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Fall-related injuries Hello Dr. Lai, I slipped and fell while walking in mid-April of this year, landing directly on my buttocks. On the 16th, I went to your hospital for an X-ray examination, and the results indicated that there were no issues. However, I am unsure why the area...
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X-ray results can only reveal bone issues and cannot show soft tissue injuries. It is recommended to seek treatment from a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Understanding Post-Fall Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Post-Operative Walking After Hip Joint Replacement: What to Expect
Artificial joint for hip replacement? After undergoing total knee arthroplasty, how will walking differ from before the surgery? Will there be a risk of limping?
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Hello, Taozi: After hip arthroplasty, there may be temporary muscle weakness (due to the surgical procedure involving the cutting of some muscles and fascia). However, after a period of healing (approximately 1-3 months), strength will gradually return, unless there are issues wi...[Read More] Post-Operative Walking After Hip Joint Replacement: What to Expect
Understanding Ankle Injuries: Addressing Knee and Leg Pain After Recovery
Foot Hello Dr. Lai, Although my ankle injury is slowly recovering, I am experiencing new pain. I have persistent soreness and numbness in my knee, which then extends to cramping and pain along the outer thigh, reaching my buttocks. This has caused my entire left leg to feel sti...
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Hello Ms. Hsu: First, I would like to apologize for the late response due to various tasks. Your left calf's inner side is currently healing well, but the pain in your outer thigh and buttocks is due to fasciitis, which resulted from overuse and improper posture during the p...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Injuries: Addressing Knee and Leg Pain After Recovery
Does Your Hospital Offer MRI Services for Orthopedic Issues?
Does your hospital have MRI equipment? Due to my husband's long-standing back injury, he often experiences pain that prevents him from working. Recently, he has been relying on pain injections to alleviate his symptoms. He has undergone X-ray examinations, which showed no ab...
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Hello, Yama: Our hospital currently does not have MRI equipment, but we can refer you to Taipei City Hospital for the examination. However, you will need to have X-rays and corresponding clinical symptoms before this examination can be ordered. Thank you.[Read More] Does Your Hospital Offer MRI Services for Orthopedic Issues?
Understanding Ankle Sprains: Infection Risks and Recovery Tips
Ankle sprain Hello Dr. Lai, this is patient Hsu Min-hui. I would like to ask if my wound is infected with osteomyelitis. If I undergo debridement of the wound, will the recovery be faster? I believe that enduring short-term pain is better than long-term pain.
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Hello Ms. Hsu, I apologize for the delay in my response due to issues with my email. The swelling and pain in your calf are likely due to soft tissue contusion and a wound complicated by cellulitis, rather than an issue with osteomyelitis. Currently, there is no need for debrid...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Sprains: Infection Risks and Recovery Tips
Can My Knee Issues Heal Without Treatment? Understanding ACL Injuries
Can my knee problem go untreated? Dr. Lai: Hello! Thank you for your response. It seems that my knee problem is continuously worsening. Recently, after standing in the same position for about ten minutes, I experience pain when I start walking. I also tend to sit cross-legged, bu...
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Hello Muumi, it is advisable to use a knee brace and arrange for an MRI scan to confirm the diagnosis. As for whether surgery is absolutely necessary, further evaluation is required. Do not hesitate to seek medical attention. Thank you.[Read More] Can My Knee Issues Heal Without Treatment? Understanding ACL Injuries
Understanding Knee Weakness After Kneeling: Causes and Solutions
Kneeling down and then standing up can cause the knees to feel weak or unstable due to several reasons. One common cause is a temporary drop in blood pressure, known as orthostatic hypotension, which can occur when changing positions quickly. Additionally, muscle fatigue or weakn...
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Hello: Based on your description, it seems that there is a knee joint injury, potentially resulting in a torn cruciate ligament or a meniscus tear. You should consult an orthopedic surgeon to confirm whether there is knee instability and quadriceps atrophy (measure the circumfere...[Read More] Understanding Knee Weakness After Kneeling: Causes and Solutions
Choosing Between Orthopedics and Neurosurgery for Knee Pain
I don't know whether to see an orthopedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon? Hello doctor, my mother is 57 years old. Recently, over the past month or two, she has been experiencing frequent knee pain. She previously visited a small clinic where the doctor diagnosed her with joint d...
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Hello, this user: 1. It is recommended to see an orthopedic outpatient clinic. 2. Based on your description, your mother may be experiencing early-stage joint degeneration. The pain could be due to cartilage inflammation or inflammation of the ligaments and tendons in the soft ti...[Read More] Choosing Between Orthopedics and Neurosurgery for Knee Pain
ACL Reconstruction: Seeking Advice After New Knee Injury
Dr. Lai, you previously performed an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery on me? Dear Dr. Lai, Hello. You performed a left anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and meniscectomy on me at Renai Hospital in May 1998. My ID number is **********. Yesterday (12...
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Hello Mr. Tsai: Q1: I recommend that you apply ice and use a bandage to protect your right knee for the next two to three days to prevent further injury. Since you are responding on Thursday morning, I suggest you come to my clinic for treatment in the afternoon. Q2: You need t...[Read More] ACL Reconstruction: Seeking Advice After New Knee Injury
Considerations for Joint Supplements in Hypertension Patients
Issues related to the use of joint medications? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you a question regarding my mother. She has been taking medication for hypertension, but over the past year or two, she has noticed degenerative changes in her knees, which have been causing her pa...
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In theory, 100 milligrams of sodium is equivalent to 0.1 grams of sodium, which is about 1/100 of the daily intake for an average person (the typical sodium intake for an individual is around 10 grams per day, while it is recommended that patients with hypertension do not exceed ...[Read More] Considerations for Joint Supplements in Hypertension Patients
Understanding Degenerative Spine Conditions: Questions and Answers
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please Dear Dr. Lai, Due to my work, I often stay up late. Two years ago, one morning I was unable to get out of bed because my upper body was in severe pain. When I sought medical attention, the doctor informed me that ...
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The so-called vertebral arch dissociation refers to a fracture at the vertebral arch of a specific vertebra. After a period of time, if the bone heals poorly, it can lead to increased pressure on the spinal joints, resulting in chronic inflammation and degeneration of the spinal ...[Read More] Understanding Degenerative Spine Conditions: Questions and Answers
Best Calcium Sources for Bone Health Without Dairy Products
It's not a matter of illness; I would like to ask about everyday bone-related issues? What foods should be consumed to enhance calcium absorption? If someone is hesitant to consume dairy products, what alternatives can be included in daily life to replace milk? (My girlfrien...
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In addition to milk and dairy products, there are many other foods that are high in calcium, including small dried fish, sardines, and salmon. Dark green vegetables such as spinach, kale, and broccoli are also rich in calcium. Furthermore, legumes and legume products, such as tof...[Read More] Best Calcium Sources for Bone Health Without Dairy Products
Post-Surgery Knee Rehabilitation: Tips for Recovery and Care
Rehabilitation after knee surgery How should rehabilitation be conducted after knee surgery? What are the different rehabilitation methods? If there is swelling in the lower extremities, how should it be managed? Is it normal for the area around the wound to be red and swollen af...
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Rehabilitation after knee surgery 1. After knee surgery, it is common to experience poor blood circulation in the lower extremities and hematoma around the knee for several weeks to months. Therefore, while the wound has not yet healed, passive range of motion exercises for the ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Knee Rehabilitation: Tips for Recovery and Care
Understanding Hallux Valgus: Causes and Treatment Options
Hallux valgus Protrusion of the first phalanx of the big toe.
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Hallux valgus, commonly referred to as a bunion, is a condition characterized by the deviation of the big toe away from the midline, resulting in an outward bending. This condition often leads to the formation of a bursa on the medial aspect of the first metatarsophalangeal joint...[Read More] Understanding Hallux Valgus: Causes and Treatment Options