Can Pilates and Yoga Help Increase Height After Growth Plate Closure?
Height increase issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask some questions about height increase. I am currently 14, almost 15 years old, and I am in the third year of junior high school with a height of 141 cm. During my junior high years, I haven't grown taller. I have prev...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello, the closure of the growth plate indicates that the bone in that area will no longer grow; however, other bones or soft tissues may still grow a little, but not significantly. Exercise or yoga is beneficial for overall health, but there is no exercise or yoga that can reope...[Read More] Can Pilates and Yoga Help Increase Height After Growth Plate Closure?
Understanding Muscle Cramps and Weakness: Causes and Relief Strategies
Muscle cramps, weakness in the legs, and limping? Hello Doctor: Six years ago, I received interferon treatment and experienced similar symptoms, but the doctor said it was unrelated to the interferon. However, I still experience cramps or weakness in my legs or limping, which can...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Mr. Liao: Your symptoms may be related to degeneration, neurological issues, or blood circulation problems. If they occur more frequently during weather changes or at night, please pay attention to keeping your calves and feet warm. If necessary, you can apply a warm compre...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Cramps and Weakness: Causes and Relief Strategies
Concerns About a Hard Bump on a 12-Year-Old's Skull
There is a hard lump on the right occipital bone? A 12-year-old girl has developed a round, hard mass on the right posterior aspect of her skull, which has been present for four years. The mass appears to be growing slowly, measuring approximately 2 cm in diameter. Initially, it ...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Xiaowen: For issues related to the skull, please consult the neurosurgery department. Thank you! Changhua Hospital Orthopedics Dr. Li Wenhong[Read More] Concerns About a Hard Bump on a 12-Year-Old's Skull
Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Height growth issues Hello, doctor: 1. Since I grew from 150 cm to 168 cm between the first and second year of junior high, I have only reached 170 cm in my second year of college. I would like to know if I still have a chance to grow taller. 2. My right knee makes a cracking sou...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello, Xiao Yu: Based on your description, you are unlikely to grow taller. It is normal for some joints to make sounds during movement without pain or limitation in activity, and no treatment is necessary. If you have any concerns, please schedule an appointment with the orthope...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips on Height Increase and Exercise
Regarding height increase? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the issue of height. I am 16 years old and my height is 161 cm. I am not sure if this is too short; I really hope to grow another 4 cm to reach my ideal height of 165 cm. I started my menstruation in the fifth gr...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello, anonymous girl: Based on your description, you entered puberty around the fifth grade (around 11 years old), and during the first 2-3 years, you experienced a rapid growth in height. Now that you are 16 years old, it is unlikely that you will grow much taller, and the chan...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips on Height Increase and Exercise
Is Wearing a Brace Effective for Pain After Ankle Fracture Recovery?
Rehabilitation after a bone fracture? The right ankle has healed after a fracture, but there are occasional aches and pains. Is wearing a brace helpful?
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: Braces are effective for soreness, but they can also restrict joint movement, so prolonged continuous use is not recommended. If the soreness persists, it is advisable to return for a follow-up appointment for further evaluation by a physician. Wishing you good health! Ort...[Read More] Is Wearing a Brace Effective for Pain After Ankle Fracture Recovery?
Uneven Rib Cage in My One-Year-Old: Should We Seek Treatment?
One of my son's ribs is higher than the other? Hello Dr. Li, my son just turned one year old and is not yet walking independently. I noticed that when he was about 4.5 months old, the ribs on the right side of his back were more prominent than those on the left, but there do...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello VIVI, please first have a general pediatrician assess the growth and development. If there are any abnormalities, then refer for further evaluation. Rehabilitation is not necessarily required. Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Uneven Rib Cage in My One-Year-Old: Should We Seek Treatment?
Can Artificial Finger Joints Restore Function After Injury?
Is it currently possible to replace the little finger joint? My son injured his left pinky finger in May. After an X-ray at the clinic, the doctor said there was a fracture in the bone. They used three splints, applying them with breathable tape to create a contoured splint for s...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Dear Concerned Mother, If the interphalangeal joint of the little finger is injured and leads to traumatic arthritis, it is advisable to start with anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications along with rehabilitation therapy. Surgical intervention should only be considered in ...[Read More] Can Artificial Finger Joints Restore Function After Injury?
Understanding Pediatric Joint Issues: O-Shaped and X-Shaped Legs
Pediatric Joint and Bone Conditions Hello Dr. Lee: My daughter is 3 years and 2 months old, with a height of about 90 cm and a weight of 14 kg. 1. During her infancy, she had a slight bow-legged appearance, but now it has become quite pronounced as knock-knees. Is there a need fo...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: 1. It is common for physiological bow legs (genu varum) in children under 2 years old to naturally transition into physiological knock knees (genu valgum), and no correction is needed. 2. Typically, if there are sounds during joint movement without pain symptoms, it is gen...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Joint Issues: O-Shaped and X-Shaped Legs
Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Understanding Growth Plates and Height
Can I still grow taller? I am currently 17 years old and have been playing basketball almost every day for the past two years, but my height growth has been very slow. I was 173 cm at 15 years old and now I am 177 cm at 17. I am growing about 1 to 2 cm each year. I've heard ...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Dear Huang, Hello! In addition to the genetic factors that determine height, postnatal factors such as balanced nutrition, adequate rest, and appropriate exercise also play a significant role. Once the growth plates close, the bones will no longer grow. The timing of growth pla...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 17? Understanding Growth Plates and Height
Can I Still Grow Taller After My Growth Plates Have Closed?
Want to grow taller~ Seeking answers? I am currently in the second year of junior high school, about to enter the third year, and my height is 160 cm. There is a significant gap between my height and the career I want to pursue. I used an online height prediction formula and calc...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Pudding: Hello! The closure of the growth plates indicates that the bone can no longer grow. Please refrain from using growth hormones or other remedies to avoid potential health risks due to side effects of the medication. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller After My Growth Plates Have Closed?
Persistent Bump on Child's Forehead: Seeking Solutions After 1.5 Years
The child's head has been swollen for a year and a half without resolution? Hello Doctor, my daughter is now two and a half years old. A year and a half ago, she fell from the bed and hit her forehead against a cabinet, resulting in a scar and a large bump. At that time, she...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: If it has been a year and a half without neurological symptoms (such as seizures, convulsions, changes in consciousness, or absence seizures), you may observe the condition without further heat application or massage. If the mass continues to grow, it is recommended to ret...[Read More] Persistent Bump on Child's Forehead: Seeking Solutions After 1.5 Years
Should You See a Doctor for Arm Pain After a Fall?
Pain upon palpation of the upper arm? Hello Dr. Lee, I accidentally slipped and fell the other day, landing on my left side and instinctively bracing myself with my left hand. Initially, I didn't feel much discomfort, but by the afternoon, I started to feel soreness when p...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Tina: If you experience not only soreness and localized tenderness but also limited movement in your elbow or wrist joints, please visit the outpatient clinic for further evaluation. Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Arm Pain After a Fall?
Understanding Your Child's Elbow Injury: Recovery and Treatment Insights
Suspected right humeral medial condyle fracture and ulnar collateral ligament injury? Hello, Doctor: My child is currently 11 years old. On October 21, he was hit on the back of his right hand by another child. That night, he felt pain, and I applied a patch for 5 days. On the mo...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: If your child has an intra-articular fracture of the humeral condyle that cannot be diagnosed by X-ray and requires MRI for diagnosis, it is usually a minimally displaced fracture. If the fracture fragments do not impinge on the joint surface, surgical treatment is not nec...[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Elbow Injury: Recovery and Treatment Insights
Should You Get an X-Ray for Your Child's Growth Concerns?
Height issues Hello, I would like to ask a question. My child is currently twelve years old and just started junior high school, but her height is only 146 cm. She got her first menstrual period around the end of fourth grade. Given her current height, which seems a bit short, sh...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: By examining the X-ray of the growth plates, we can determine whether the bones are still capable of growth, but we cannot predict height. Based on your description, a 12-year-old girl with a height of 146 cm is around the average and is not considered short. If you still ...[Read More] Should You Get an X-Ray for Your Child's Growth Concerns?
Understanding Spinal Degeneration at 24: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Bone issues Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing persistent discomfort in my lower back and upper back, including soreness, tightness, and a feeling of pressure. After consulting a neurologist and undergoing X-rays, the doctor diagnosed me with degeneration of the thoracolumba...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: If you are of an age where you experience chronic back pain, there are many potential causes that need to be differentiated through diagnosis. Since you have already seen a physician and undergone examinations, you should follow the medical advice and take the prescribed m...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Degeneration at 24: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Understanding Early Degeneration of Thoracolumbar Spine: Causes and Prevention
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? 1. What causes thoracolumbar degeneration? 2. How can further degeneration be prevented? 3. Why does thoracolumbar degeneration occur at a young age?
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: There are many causes of chronic back pain in young individuals that require differential diagnosis. It is recommended that you first consult a trusted primary care physician (family medicine) for evaluation, and then, depending on the situation, you may be referred to a s...[Read More] Understanding Early Degeneration of Thoracolumbar Spine: Causes and Prevention
Should I See an Orthopedist After a Deep Tissue Massage?
Please ask about spine issues again? Hello: Thank you for your response. I had a Thai massage the day before yesterday, and the massage therapist applied a lot of pressure on my back. I heard cracking sounds from my bones, and although I specifically reminded the therapist not to...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Mark: At your age, you should not have osteoporosis. If there is no significant pain or limitation in movement after the massage, there is no need to worry, and you do not need to see a doctor for now. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Should I See an Orthopedist After a Deep Tissue Massage?
Understanding Spinal Injuries: Symptoms, Delayed Reactions, and Recovery Time
Spinal issues Hello: If a massage causes spinal injury, possible symptoms include numbness and weakness in the limbs, as well as paralysis. I would like to ask: 1. Is it possible for symptoms to appear after a period of time following a spinal injury? 2. If the aforementioned sym...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello Mark: Typically, injuries to the spine (including the vertebrae, spinal cord, ligaments, intervertebral discs, and surrounding muscles) are associated with pain and limited mobility. However, if there is numbness, weakness, or paralysis in the limbs, it indicates damage to ...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Injuries: Symptoms, Delayed Reactions, and Recovery Time
Understanding Rib Protrusion After Injury: Causes and Concerns
Doctor, may I ask? Hello doctor, originally my ribs were parallel, but after a car accident, the left rib near the stomach has become protruded by 5 cm. The doctor said there were no issues on the X-ray and that I do not need to return for a follow-up. However, since the left rib...
Dr. Li Wenhong reply Orthopedics
Hello: The ends of the ribs (the ends near the sternum) are made of cartilage and are not calcified in youth, making them invisible on X-rays. If there are no symptoms, no treatment is necessary. If there are any issues, please visit the outpatient clinic. Changhua Hospital, Orth...[Read More] Understanding Rib Protrusion After Injury: Causes and Concerns