How to Increase Your Height: Tips for Growing Taller
I want to grow taller? Hello, doctor: My current height is 158 cm, and my ideal height is 165 cm. What can I do to achieve this height?
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! A height of 158 cm is not considered short; you should have confidence. With 7 cm high heels, you'll be 165 cm tall. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] How to Increase Your Height: Tips for Growing Taller
Heavy School Bags in Taichung: A Risk for Spinal Deformities in Students
Spine Students in Taichung City, particularly at Dazhi School, are subjected to daily spinal stress from carrying backpacks weighing 28 pounds, which can lead to scoliosis and spinal injuries.
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! There is no evidence to prove that a 28-kilogram backpack causes scoliosis. If you do have back problems, please visit a hospital for evaluation. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Heavy School Bags in Taichung: A Risk for Spinal Deformities in Students
Understanding Growth Plate Fusion: Impact of Jumping Exercises on Bone Age
Growth plate fusion Hello, last August I had an X-ray of my growth plates, and the doctor said they are close to closing. I jump on a trampoline every day. Is this beneficial? If so, how long should I jump? Jumping 500 times takes about ten minutes. The doctor also mentioned that...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! There is no evidence to support that jumping on a trampoline is beneficial; it is best to go with the flow. Adjust the amount of exercise according to individual fitness levels, and pay attention to safety to avoid overexertion. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospi...[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Fusion: Impact of Jumping Exercises on Bone Age
Understanding Bumps on the Back of Your Head: Causes and Concerns
Protrusion of the occipital region? I'm not sure why I have multiple bumps on the back of my head. There are two diagonal raised areas, and there are also smaller bumps in other places. They don't hurt when I press on them, but recently I've experienced sudden shar...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! It may be a normal anatomical structure, the occipital protuberance. If there is pain, it is advisable to seek medical attention. Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Understanding Bumps on the Back of Your Head: Causes and Concerns
Why Does My Knee Feel Tight After a Recent Injury?
Feeling tightness when bending the knee? About a month ago, I had a motorcycle accident and scraped the skin above my knee. Recently, I've been hesitant to bend my knee. As the wound has started to heal, I've noticed that bending my knee feels very tight. Is this tightn...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Please return to the hospital for a consultation. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Why Does My Knee Feel Tight After a Recent Injury?
Dealing with Knee Pain and Cramps from Prolonged Standing
Standing for too long makes it difficult to bend the knees? Hello, I weigh 95 kilograms and used to have a sedentary job where I sat all day. Now, my current job requires me to stand all day, and I've noticed that my knees have difficulty bending after standing for long peri...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Properly adjust the load on both lower limbs, use insoles, and elevate your legs with heat therapy during rest. If you still experience pain or discomfort, please return to the hospital for a consultation. Changhua Hospital Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Dealing with Knee Pain and Cramps from Prolonged Standing
Understanding Pain After Fracture: Insights on Bone Healing and Weather Sensitivity
Nail problems I would like to ask about my father, who fell and fractured a bone two months ago. The doctor treated him by inserting external metal pins because there was an open wound at the fracture site, and performing surgery could have led to osteomyelitis. Four metal pins w...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! The injured limb may be more sensitive to changes in weather, so it's important to keep warm and avoid cold drafts. If the acute phase has passed (more than 3 weeks), heat therapy can also be applied. As long as a fracture is stably immobilized and there is no infecti...[Read More] Understanding Pain After Fracture: Insights on Bone Healing and Weather Sensitivity
Understanding Short Fingers: Orthopedic Insights for Young Adults
Short and small fingers? Hello, I am currently 20 years old and I have noticed that my hands are about the same size as those of an elementary school student. Compared to others my age, there is a significant difference. My height is 174 cm and my weight is 100 kg.
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
If there is no functional impairment, having smaller hands can still be considered normal. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Short Fingers: Orthopedic Insights for Young Adults
Unhealed Radial Head Fracture: Impact on Pain and Daily Life
Non-union of the bone? Will an unhealed fracture of the radial head cause pain over time? Will it affect daily life and work?
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician/nutritionist. Hello! Depending on the location of the fracture, its size, degree of displacement, time since injury, and activity requirements, please visit the orthopedi...[Read More] Unhealed Radial Head Fracture: Impact on Pain and Daily Life
How Long After Fracture Surgery Can I Remove the Steel Plate?
Fracture plate Hello doctor, how long after a fracture can the metal plate be removed? How long after the removal can I play basketball? Thank you.
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello, Xiaoyu! Typically, it takes about a year for a bone fracture to heal, depending on the healing condition. Generally, you can engage in recreational activities about two months after the injury, but for high-impact sports (such as competitions), it's best to wait at le...[Read More] How Long After Fracture Surgery Can I Remove the Steel Plate?
Clavicle Fracture Recovery: Can You Work and Ride a Scooter?
Clavicle fracture I had a clavicle fracture and underwent surgery to insert a metal plate about a month ago. During a recent follow-up appointment, I found out that the bone has shifted, but the doctor didn't say much and just advised me to return for regular check-ups. I wo...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Mr. Chen! You can ride a motorcycle only after regular follow-up visits and X-rays confirm that there is no further displacement and that there is formation of healing callus. Please discuss the details with your attending physician. Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li W...[Read More] Clavicle Fracture Recovery: Can You Work and Ride a Scooter?
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain in Femur Fractures: Is It Normal?
Three weeks ago, I had a car accident and fractured my left femur. It wasn't a comminuted fracture. Initially, for the first few weeks, I didn't feel much pain in the injured area when putting weight on it, but now, after a few days, the pain has increased? About three ...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Mr. Hsu: Please reduce the intensity of your activities and return to your original treating physician for a follow-up examination. Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain in Femur Fractures: Is It Normal?
Is There Still Hope for Height Growth at Age 22?
Is there still a chance to grow taller at the age of 22? I have searched for a lot of information online but still cannot determine what is true or false, so I would like to ask the doctor. I am a male, and during middle school, I was about 157 cm tall, and in high school, I only...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Your height is normal, and you are not ill. By the age of 22, the growth plates in the bones typically close, so you will not grow taller. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Is There Still Hope for Height Growth at Age 22?
Understanding Hip Bone Issues in Children: Surgery, Care, and Recovery
Hip bone issues? I would like to ask about a child whose left hip bone is close to the bone, and the right hip bone is not dislocated. I only know that the surgical incision is less than two centimeters and that screws were inserted. I am unsure about the different materials of t...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello NANA: Your question is not very clear, making it difficult to provide a specific answer. Typically, surgical incisions for hip joint procedures are usually greater than 2 centimeters. Please discuss the choice of implant material, surgical duration, and care methods with yo...[Read More] Understanding Hip Bone Issues in Children: Surgery, Care, and Recovery
Understanding Knee Joint Spacing Issues: Causes and Solutions
Different knee spacing? Hello Doctor: Two weeks ago, I felt discomfort while going down the stairs and went to the hospital for an X-ray examination. The results showed that there is a difference in the spacing of my right knee. The doctor taught me an exercise to strengthen my t...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Usually, both lower limbs move together; if one side is not functioning well, it will naturally be used less, leading to increased load on the other side, which can affect it as well. If you continue to experience pain or discomfort, please reduce stair climbing, rest, and...[Read More] Understanding Knee Joint Spacing Issues: Causes and Solutions
Can a Distal Phalanx Fracture Heal Without Surgery? Expert Insights
If a distal phalanx fracture is not surgically treated, will it heal? Hello Dr. Li, I am 52 years old. Last Saturday (October 24, 2015), I fell while running. An X-ray showed a closed fracture of the distal phalanx of my right third finger, with a piece of bone separated near the...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Dear Mr. Guang and Mr. Qing: Hello! Whether surgery is needed for a distal phalanx fracture should be determined based on the orthopedic surgeon's advice. Typically, if there is significant avulsion displacement at the attachment site of the extensor tendon on the distal int...[Read More] Can a Distal Phalanx Fracture Heal Without Surgery? Expert Insights
Are Growth Hormones Effective After Growth Plate Closure?
Are growth hormones effective? If I am in my senior year of high school and my growth plates have fused, will growth hormone injections still be effective? If so, how many more centimeters can I grow?
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Once the growth plates have fused, growth hormone injections will not lead to further height increase. Please do not misuse growth hormones. If you have any concerns, please visit the pediatric metabolism or endocrinology clinic for evaluation. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedi...[Read More] Are Growth Hormones Effective After Growth Plate Closure?
Recovery Timeline for Right Hand Metacarpal Fracture: What to Expect
Fracture of the joints in the right hand? Hello, doctor. I have a fracture in the joints of my right hand. After the metal hardware is removed, how long will it take for the wound to heal? How long until I can get it wet? Will I still be able to move the joint after the hardware ...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! Generally, sutures can be removed around 10 days after surgery, and you can get the wound wet after an additional 2-3 days. Once the fixation device is removed, you can start to move the area, but please consult your attending physician for further details. Dr. Li Wen-Hong...[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Right Hand Metacarpal Fracture: What to Expect
Understanding Tibial Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Tibial prominence or tibial tuberosity swelling? Hello, doctor. I have a slight bump on my right tibia, specifically on the inner side of my right foot. It's not very noticeable, and I can only feel it when I palpate along the bone. It doesn't hurt much when pressed, bu...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello, Ms. Jin! The slight protrusion on the inner side of your right tibia may be a bone tumor. Please visit the orthopedic department at the hospital to schedule an appointment and arrange for an X-ray examination. You can discuss the details with the orthopedic physician after...[Read More] Understanding Tibial Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Does Finger Bending Affect Hand Growth Plates in Adults?
Hand elongation Hello Doctor: I have had an X-ray of the growth plates in my hands, and the doctor said they have fused. However, I have a habit of cracking my fingers. Will this affect the growth plates in my hands? Do I need to get an X-ray of the growth plates in my feet? Than...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello! The habit of cracking your fingers does not affect the growth plates in the hands, and there is no need to X-ray the growth plates in the feet. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Does Finger Bending Affect Hand Growth Plates in Adults?