Understanding Heel Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Home Remedies
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing pain in my heel for a long time? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about some discomfort I have been experiencing in my heel. Around February 21st of this year, I started feeling pain after I ran to catch a garbage truck while wearing flip-f...
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Hello: Based on your description, it seems you may be experiencing Achilles tendinitis or plantar fasciitis due to overuse of the heel. For acute pain, you should apply ice and take oral anti-inflammatory pain relievers. Improvement methods include using insoles and wearing shoes...[Read More] Understanding Heel Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Home Remedies
Understanding Shoulder Issues: When to Seek Medical Advice
Shoulder problems This year in my senior year of high school, I've been experiencing a loose sensation in my right shoulder. I'm not entirely sure what it is, but sometimes when I move my shoulder slightly, it makes a cracking sound, like bones popping. For instance, if...
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Hello: Many joints make sounds during movement. If there is no pain or limitation in movement, you can observe it for now. However, if you find it bothersome and notice asymmetry in your shoulders, it is advisable to consult a physician. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hos...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Issues: When to Seek Medical Advice
Concerns About Height Growth: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Teens
Concerns about growth height? Hello, doctor. I am currently a ninth-grade student, with a height of 164.1 cm and a weight of around 108 lbs. I usually go to bed quite late, sometimes until 1 AM, with an average bedtime around midnight, and I exercise about once a week. I would li...
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Hello: It is not recommended for adolescents in their developmental stage to use fasting for weight control. Instead, a low-carbohydrate diet (reducing starch) and appropriate exercise are advised. Calcium supplements are just nutritional supplements, and any brand of calcium can...[Read More] Concerns About Height Growth: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Teens
Can I Still Grow Taller? Insights for a 12-Year-Old Girl
How to increase height? Hello Doctor: I am a 12-year-and-10-month-old first-year junior high school girl, with a bone age of 13 years (I started my period at 11 and a half). I am 151 cm tall and weigh 44 kg (my father is 172.5 cm and my mother is 161.5 cm). 1. Will I grow talle...
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Hello: 1. You may grow taller, but it is impossible to predict how much more. 2. This is normal. 3. Growing taller requires a balanced diet, adequate exercise, and sufficient sleep, so please continue to maintain these habits. 4. It is not advisable to purchase medications on you...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller? Insights for a 12-Year-Old Girl
Height Concerns: Home Exercises and Growth Plate Closure in Teens
Height issues Hello, I am 15 years old, but my height is only 170 cm. During this pandemic, it's not possible to go out and exercise. I would like to know what exercises I can do at home to promote height growth. Also, I have heard that once the growth plates close, one cann...
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Hello: Simple exercises are sufficient; please avoid weightlifting for now. In addition to exercise, nutrition and rest are also very important. The growth plates in males typically close around the age of 18. Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Height Concerns: Home Exercises and Growth Plate Closure in Teens
Understanding Congenital Tibial Bowing in Infants: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Congenital tibial bowing in infants? Hello doctor, my child is currently 9 and a half months old. An ultrasound before birth indicated that there was an issue with his foot. Since birth, the pediatric orthopedic doctor we have seen mentioned that it has become somewhat straighter...
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Hello: If there is improvement (more upright), you can observe first without aggressive treatment. If you notice that the crawling posture seems a bit unusual, you can assist from the side. During bathing, dressing, or changing diapers, you can also perform massage on the affecte...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Tibial Bowing in Infants: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Can My Child Use Crutches for Moving After Ankle Surgery?
Ankle fracture An 8-year-old child underwent surgery for a left ankle fracture on December 2, where metal screws were inserted, and has been in a cast for two weeks. Is it permissible for the child to use crutches for assistance in moving on a flat surface without putting weight ...
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Hello: Yes, you will need to use two crutches or a walker (four-legged assistive device). Instructions on how to use them will be provided by the physical therapist during your follow-up appointment. Changhua Hospital Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Can My Child Use Crutches for Moving After Ankle Surgery?
Post-ACL Surgery: Understanding and Managing Patellar Tightness
Post-operative tightness of the patella after posterior cruciate ligament surgery? Hello Dr. Lee, I had an accident while riding my bike in April this year, which resulted in a torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). I underwent PCL reconstruction surgery in July, during which th...
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Hello, please be patient and continue rehabilitation for at least six months, with regular follow-up visits to discuss with your attending physician. If muscle strength has not yet recovered, it is advisable to reduce the amount of exercise, but you can still run. If you experien...[Read More] Post-ACL Surgery: Understanding and Managing Patellar Tightness
Understanding Recovery from Open Femur Fractures: A Patient's Guide
Femoral fracture Doctor, I have a question. I suffered an open fracture in my leg due to a car accident. From today, July 25 to November 19, it has been over three months. During my first follow-up appointment, the doctor said my metal plate was misaligned and advised me not to p...
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Hello, the femur is a bone that bears significant weight during walking, and the degree of fracture comminution varies among individuals. The integrity of the surrounding soft tissues also differs, leading to various fixation methods. If, during follow-up, there is some displacem...[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Open Femur Fractures: A Patient's Guide
Can I Reach 160 cm? Tips for Height Growth in Adolescents
How to increase height? I am currently in the ninth grade, with a height of 151 cm. My mother is 150 cm and my father is 167 cm. I started my menstruation at the age of 13. I exercise every day and often skip rope. I go to bed at 10 PM and do not eat junk food. My weight is 42 kg...
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Hello: There is a chance! Keep it up! Changhua Hospital Orthopedics Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Can I Reach 160 cm? Tips for Height Growth in Adolescents
Understanding Finger Injuries: When to Seek Orthopedic Care
Finger injury Hello Dr. Lee, my little finger was hit by a heavy object and it hurt for a moment but then felt fine, with no visible injury. However, three days later, I started experiencing pain when bending it. Is there a possibility of a fracture, or what could be causing this...
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Hello: Please see the orthopedic outpatient clinic and obtain an X-ray if necessary. Changhua Hospital Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Understanding Finger Injuries: When to Seek Orthopedic Care
One Month Post-Car Accident: Persistent Right Shoulder Pain and Limited Mobility
One month after the car accident, I am unable to move my right hand as I used to? On September 23, I was involved in a car accident and sustained multiple contusions on the right side of my body. At the time, my right shoulder was extremely painful, but after an X-ray examination...
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Hello, Miss Lin! Recovery from multiple contusions may take longer, and you may not be able to regain your full range of motion in a short period. Experiencing pain during larger movements indicates that the strain has not fully healed or that the movement exceeds the muscle'...[Read More] One Month Post-Car Accident: Persistent Right Shoulder Pain and Limited Mobility
Understanding Radial Fractures in 11-Year-Olds: Treatment and Risks
Radial fracture in an 11-year-old child? Dear Doctor, An 11-year-old child fell off a bicycle on July 25 and fractured the radius near the wrist. Initial treatment involved closed reduction and casting, with weekly follow-ups. The physician indicated that if there was no displac...
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Hello: 1. To prevent deformities, it is essential to provide stable fixation and protect the growth plates from excessive injury. Pediatric fractures are typically stabilized with percutaneous pins and cast immobilization, which is usually sufficient. Proper anesthesia (general a...[Read More] Understanding Radial Fractures in 11-Year-Olds: Treatment and Risks
Understanding Growth Pain and Growth Plate Closure in Children
Growing pains and growth plates? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if my child has been experiencing frequent growing pains recently, could this indicate that her growth plates are about to fuse? Generally, growth plates fuse during puberty, but does this vary from person to per...
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Hello: Growing pains are not related to the closure of growth plates. If a third-grade girl has started menstruating, there may be an issue of precocious puberty, and I recommend taking your daughter to a pediatrician at the hospital. As long as the child has a balanced diet and ...[Read More] Understanding Growth Pain and Growth Plate Closure in Children
Can You Still Grow Taller After High School? Understanding Height Growth Myths
Height does not increase? Since I was in the first year of high school, my height was 163 cm. Throughout my second and third years of high school and my first year of college, my height has consistently measured at 163 cm or slightly over 162 cm. However, I feel like I have grown...
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Hello: It is not possible to determine with certainty whether you will grow taller, but based on your description, it seems that your height has stabilized, and the chances of further growth are low. Girls typically enter puberty earlier and stop growing (in height) sooner, usual...[Read More] Can You Still Grow Taller After High School? Understanding Height Growth Myths
Recovery Timeline for a 9-Year-Old with a Radius Fracture
Radial fracture in a 9-year-old child? Hello, doctor. Thank you for your clarification and advice. We went to the hospital three weeks after the fracture to have an X-ray taken while wearing a cast. It showed that the fracture at the distal third of the radius is not misaligned a...
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Hello: After the removal of the cast (approximately 6 weeks), you can gradually resume daily activities, including practicing the violin and swimming. However, immediately after the cast is removed, joint mobility may still be limited. Do not push for technique or performance; th...[Read More] Recovery Timeline for a 9-Year-Old with a Radius Fracture
Understanding Abnormal X-Ray Findings in Newborns: Next Steps for Parents
Abnormalities in neonatal bone X-rays? The child was born in April of this year. During prenatal check-ups, the leg bones were found to be approximately 2-3 weeks behind in development, but in the last check-up, the leg bones measured over 6.5 cm. Upon discharge, the pediatrician...
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Hello: Abnormal bone development may be due to genetic abnormalities or mutations, and a diagnosis cannot be made solely based on X-ray images. Please consult a genetic specialist, as there may be other abnormalities beyond the musculoskeletal system, although the bone developmen...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal X-Ray Findings in Newborns: Next Steps for Parents
Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Solutions for Teens
Costochondral tenderness? Hello Doctor, I am 14 years old and recently started experiencing unexplained pain in my left chest. I had a chest X-ray and heart examination, both of which showed no issues. The pain is usually sharp, and there is a specific point on the lower right si...
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Hello: If cardiac and pulmonary issues are ruled out, and X-rays do not reveal any skeletal abnormalities, it may be costochondritis, which is common in adolescents. The exact cause is unknown, but it may be due to overuse leading to localized inflammation. Depending on the sympt...[Read More] Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Solutions for Teens
Understanding Pediatric Greenstick Fractures: Recovery and Follow-Up Care
Radial fracture in a 9-year-old child? Hello, doctor. My child had a radius fracture that was reduced, but after returning to school, the physical education teacher asked him to participate in a relay race. Concerned about potential displacement, we returned for a follow-up and r...
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Hello: If the physician confirms that the reduction is stable after casting and the cast is not loose, it is not necessary to take an X-ray; this is a clinical judgment made by the physician. However, it is common to perform an X-ray during the 2 to 3-week follow-up to ensure the...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Greenstick Fractures: Recovery and Follow-Up Care
Understanding Radius Fractures in 9-Year-Olds: Healing and Recovery
Radial fracture in a 9-year-old child? Hello, the child fell while playing on a snake board and sustained a fracture of the right radius (the exact location is unknown, whether it is in the distal third or referred to as the radial shaft). The physician performed a closed reducti...
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Hello Jesi: The cast can be removed after 6 weeks (1.5 months). For the first three weeks, follow-up X-rays should be taken weekly (or every two weeks) to confirm that the fracture remains in alignment and has not shifted. Therefore, regular follow-up visits are essential. After ...[Read More] Understanding Radius Fractures in 9-Year-Olds: Healing and Recovery