Understanding Spine Issues: Causes of Back Pain from Poor Posture
Spinal issues? Hello, I have been experiencing back pain for about a month now. There is a specific vertebra that feels sharp pain when touched and has a noticeable inward curve. I have been carrying a small baby, and I'm unsure if this is due to poor posture while holding t...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Hello, In response to your inquiry, you mentioned experiencing lower back pain. There are many potential causes for lower back pain, including myofascial pain syndrome, ligament inflammation, spondylolisthesis, tumors, and even conditions like shingles. Therefore, it is advisab...[Read More] Understanding Spine Issues: Causes of Back Pain from Poor Posture
Understanding Humeral Spiral Fractures and Nerve Injury Compensation
Spiral fracture of the humerus In May of the year before last, I suffered a spiral fracture of the humerus while pitching and had a steel plate and screws implanted. In April of last year, I underwent surgery to remove the plate and screws, during which the radial nerve was injur...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Regarding medical malpractice and compensation, our hospital is not in a position to comment. In the case of radial nerve injury, one would observe the inability to extend the fingers and wrist dorsally in terms of motor function, while sensory function would present with numbnes...[Read More] Understanding Humeral Spiral Fractures and Nerve Injury Compensation
Effective Methods to Accelerate Tibia Fracture Healing
Fracture healing Hello Dr. Lee, I am a tibial fracture patient and it has been three months with slow bone healing. I would like to ask if the ultrasound device for accelerating bone healing is effective? Alternatively, could you suggest any methods to promote faster healing of t...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Bone growth takes time, and appropriate sun exposure is also a good way to support it.[Read More] Effective Methods to Accelerate Tibia Fracture Healing
Understanding Bone Growth After Finger Fracture Surgery: What to Do Next?
Hand fracture ~ After surgery ~ A piece of bone has grown longer? Hello, Director Li. At the end of November, I suffered a work-related injury resulting in fractures of my little finger and ring finger. I underwent surgery in early December 2012, where the doctor used two steel p...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Hello: After a fracture, the human body has a natural ability to heal itself. The bone will grow from the ends of the fracture along the cortex towards the opposite side, which is why the X-ray may show a phenomenon described in your letter as "protruding." This is know...[Read More] Understanding Bone Growth After Finger Fracture Surgery: What to Do Next?
Managing Severe Night Pain After Tibia and Fibula Fractures: A Guide
Fracture of the tibia and fibula in the lower leg, causing pain severe enough to prevent sleep at night? Hello Dr. Lee, my girlfriend was in a car accident on the morning of January 18th, resulting in fractures of her tibia and fibula. The fibula was broken into three pieces, and...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
1. If postoperative stability is sufficient, casting may not be necessary. 2. Swelling in the lower extremities is quite common; it is recommended to elevate the affected limb to reduce swelling and alleviate pain. 3. The duration of pain varies from person to person and is relat...[Read More] Managing Severe Night Pain After Tibia and Fibula Fractures: A Guide
Understanding Elbow Stiffness: Causes and Treatment Options
Inability to flex or extend the elbow? Hello Doctor: I recently sustained an injury to my elbow from a car accident (X-ray showed a slight bone fracture). It has been three months, but I still cannot fully bend or straighten my arm. I can forcefully bend my arm to nearly 90 degre...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
It is recommended to consider trying rehabilitation.[Read More] Understanding Elbow Stiffness: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Calf Discomfort: Possible Bone Injury Insights
Discomfort in the calf? Hello Doctor: A year ago, I was hit on my calf and did not get an X-ray at that time. Initially, I felt discomfort and thought it was muscle pain, so I rested in a chair for a while. Now that the weather is cold, the discomfort is more pronounced. After ge...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Hello, regarding the X-ray, the results may not necessarily indicate an incomplete fracture. Due to the uncertainty of the lesion, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon you trust. The physician will evaluate your condition and provide you w...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Calf Discomfort: Possible Bone Injury Insights
Understanding Open Fractures: Recovery Challenges After a Tibia and Fibula Injury
Open comminuted fracture of the distal third of the right tibia and fibula due to a car accident? Hello Doctor: I have an open comminuted fracture of the tibia and fibula in my right lower leg due to a car accident, which was surgically repaired on November 8 of this year with in...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
1. If the wound is not healing well, a splint can be used to support the area for easier wound management, although it is not as effective as a cylindrical cast for stabilization. 2. The treatment should be based on X-ray findings, as the distal tibia near the ankle joint may b...[Read More] Understanding Open Fractures: Recovery Challenges After a Tibia and Fibula Injury
Understanding Ganglion Cysts in Infants: Risks and Treatment Options
Ganglion cyst My daughter is currently over 11 months old. She has been to the hospital for examinations, and the doctors have advised to observe her condition and only take action if there are any changes. We are considering whether to proceed with surgery now; from your profess...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Hello, in response to your question: A ganglion cyst can be diagnosed through ultrasound or aspiration. It is a benign tumor, and there is no need for surgical removal. Even if there are concerns about its appearance, it is advisable to wait until the patient is older and then co...[Read More] Understanding Ganglion Cysts in Infants: Risks and Treatment Options
Managing Wrist and Elbow Tendon Issues After a Fall: Tips for Relief
Wrist joint and elbow tendons? Hello Doctor, I previously fell and landed on my right hand. During my last X-ray examination, it seemed that one of the bones on the outer side of my wrist was slightly displaced. Now, when I bend my wrist, I hear a clicking sound, and it feels lik...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
1. A rupture of the distal radioulnar ligament can be improved by wearing a wrist brace; however, severe cases may require surgical reconstruction. 2. Inflammation of the elbow, such as tennis elbow, may also cause similar sensations. It is recommended to perform 5 minutes of str...[Read More] Managing Wrist and Elbow Tendon Issues After a Fall: Tips for Relief
Understanding Cartilage Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Cartilage pain Hello Dr. Lee: I have been experiencing pain in the cartilage located just above the right side of my navel for the past nine months. In January, I had a bone scan done in Hsinchu, and the report was normal, but the pain has not improved. It is a localized pain, no...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Your condition appears to be somewhat complex, and it's difficult to provide specific advice based solely on this information. It would be best for you to be referred by your primary care physician, who can provide the relevant examination reports. Otherwise, you might consi...[Read More] Understanding Cartilage Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Rib Deformities After Trauma: Causes and Concerns
It’s strange..? 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 didn't need to return for a follow-up. However, since the left r...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
After an injury, there may be slight changes in the appearance of the structure, but the function may not necessarily be affected.[Read More] Understanding Rib Deformities After Trauma: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Nasal Bone Development and Recovery After Injury
Nasal bone issues? Doctor, I would like to ask until what age the nasal bones typically develop. I was hit and the doctor mentioned that my nose might have a slight indentation due to the fracture. Will it grow back? My nose is the best feature of my face.
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
It is advisable to consult your primary physician or seek the opinion of a medical aesthetician.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Bone Development and Recovery After Injury
Should You Remove Screws After Finger Fracture Surgery? Risks and Concerns
Should the steel pin be removed after a fracture of the right index finger? Are there any potential complications? Hello Doctor: In May 2008, in New Hampshire, USA, I forcefully opened a stuck window, which resulted in a spiral fracture of my right index finger (specifically the ...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
It is generally advisable for young individuals to have bone screws removed after one year, unless there are specific reasons to keep them. Removing screws from the phalanx is less likely to damage ligaments or tendons, whereas if the screws are in the carpal bones, the recovery ...[Read More] Should You Remove Screws After Finger Fracture Surgery? Risks and Concerns
Understanding Right Humerus Fractures: Recovery Challenges and Solutions
Right humeral fracture? I was in a car accident on January 12, 2012, and I fractured my right humerus. However, the treatment I received only involved immobilization and pain medication, with no surgical evaluation. Therefore, I have mostly been waiting for my bone to heal on its...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Proximal humeral fractures are more likely to affect shoulder joint mobility, and X-rays are necessary to determine whether there is any deformity of the bone causing functional impairment or if it is merely a secondary frozen shoulder.[Read More] Understanding Right Humerus Fractures: Recovery Challenges and Solutions
Understanding Recurrent Infections After Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Recurrent infection after clavicle fracture surgery? Hello Doctor: My boyfriend had a clavicle fracture and underwent surgery after a car accident. The doctor recommended using out-of-pocket materials. About a week after the surgery (during the transfer from the intensive care un...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
Wounds from car accidents are more susceptible to infection. You can schedule an appointment with the physician through the nursing station to discuss your condition and also inquire about any concerns you may have regarding medical supplies.[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Infections After Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Understanding ACL Injuries: Pain After Surgery and Military Service Implications
Cruciate ligament I apologize for the inconvenience, but I would like to ask you about my right knee. Due to a car accident, I sustained damage to my cruciate ligaments. After a hospital examination, the doctor informed me that my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is partially tor...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
1. Knee joint instability exceeding 1 centimeter after more than one year of treatment, or evidence of joint pathology confirmed by X-ray examination. 2. Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament in both knees. Only one of the above conditions is required for exemption fro...[Read More] Understanding ACL Injuries: Pain After Surgery and Military Service Implications
Ankle Injury from Basketball: Persistent Pain and Swelling Solutions
I sprained my ankle while playing basketball last December? Hello Dr. Lee: Last year, I sprained my ankle while playing basketball when I stepped on someone else's foot. At that moment, I heard a tearing sound, and my entire left foot swelled up. Although I had an X-ray and ...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
X-rays are normal, but there is a possibility of ligament injury. It is advisable to use an ankle brace for three weeks after the initial injury. If there is chronic inflammation, a local corticosteroid injection may be necessary.[Read More] Ankle Injury from Basketball: Persistent Pain and Swelling Solutions
Understanding Recovery After Humerus Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Humeral fracture Hello, I had a humeral fracture and underwent internal fixation surgery with steel nails last July. It has been ten months since then, and I can only extend my arm back to my waist; I cannot reach higher or fasten my bra straps. Is this normal? Additionally, if t...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
The location of the fracture, the type of implant (such as intramedullary nails or plates), the site of implantation, and the healing status can all affect mobility. It is recommended to follow up with an outpatient clinic for X-rays so that the physician can make an assessment.[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Humerus Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Understanding Wrist Pain After a Fall: Causes and Solutions
Falling while using your hands for support can cause muscle pain? Six months ago, I accidentally fell while playing basketball and landed on my hand. It got better for a while, but recently, after increasing my wrist activity during basketball practice, the tendons in my wrist ha...
Dr. Li Wenlin reply Orthopedics
It is likely a wrist ligament injury, and chronic inflammation can also lead to persistent symptoms. It is recommended to use a wrist brace and rest. If there is no improvement, please return for a follow-up appointment.[Read More] Understanding Wrist Pain After a Fall: Causes and Solutions