Persistent Ankle Swelling After Ligament Injury: Rehabilitation Insights
Ankle ligament tear with partial rupture. It has been six months, and there is still swelling? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on October 23 of last year, and my ankle bones were displaced, making it impossible for me to walk. I went to a rehabilitation center where they re...
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Hello IVY, if your symptoms persist, it may be advisable to have your orthopedic or rehabilitation physician reassess your condition. If there are no structural injuries, taking pain relievers can help alleviate your discomfort. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Persistent Ankle Swelling After Ligament Injury: Rehabilitation Insights
Persistent Hand Numbness After Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hand after surgery for a fracture of the metacarpal bones? Hello Dr. Shen! My family member suffered a fracture in the left hand and wrist last October. The doctor recommended surgery for a quicker recovery, so we decided to proceed with the operation and used sel...
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Hello, it seems you may have a metacarpal fracture. Metacarpal fractures are typically treated with surgery on the dorsal side, where a steel plate is implanted. Generally, this procedure does not significantly damage the digital nerves, although it may affect the superficial ner...[Read More] Persistent Hand Numbness After Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Effective Strategies to Improve Elbow Mobility After Injury
Elbow issues Two months ago, I had a car accident and broke my right arm. After the surgery, the cast was removed after two months, but my elbow has not moved for a long time and cannot fully straighten. The connective tissue feels tight. What can I do to help soften the connecti...
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Hello, after surgery, if your elbow is stiff due to the cast, it's uncertain whether the joint has been injured. If there is no severe damage to the joint, it should recover after rehabilitation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Effective Strategies to Improve Elbow Mobility After Injury
Understanding Muscle Adhesions: Causes and Treatment Options After Injury
Muscle adhesion A family member suffered a crush injury to their hand in a car accident. They have been undergoing rehabilitation, but recently the hospital's massage therapist mentioned that there is muscle adhesion. I would like to know what might cause this condition and ...
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Family members should undergo surgery for a comminuted fracture of the hand. Postoperatively, issues such as joint stiffness, articular surface damage, soft tissue injury, or complications from the surgery itself may arise. Following the physician's instructions and continui...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Adhesions: Causes and Treatment Options After Injury
Understanding Shoulder and Chest Pain After Sports: Causes and Solutions
Shoulder and neck issues? I'm sorry, doctor. One day after playing badminton, I experienced mild soreness in my shoulder and chest. I initially thought it would go away after a good night's sleep, but I was awakened in the middle of the night by severe pain. It feels ve...
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Hello, after playing badminton, you experienced mild soreness in your shoulder and chest, and were awakened in the middle of the night by severe pain, which feels very intense. There is also some pain in your chest. This may be due to overuse or a strain causing muscle or tendon ...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder and Chest Pain After Sports: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Growth Plate Fractures: Recovery After Knee Surgery
Growth plate fracture Hello, I recently fractured my tibia near the knee while playing basketball. Is it normal for my knee to get stuck when bending? It has been one month since my surgery.
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Hello, you inquired about a recent injury where you fractured your tibia near the knee while playing basketball, and now your knee bends and gets stuck. Could you please provide more details about the injury? Did you have surgery, and was a plate inserted? Bone fractures typicall...[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Fractures: Recovery After Knee Surgery
Understanding Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Back pain In the past two years, I have occasionally experienced a sensation of my back (near the scapula) getting stuck when leaning on the sofa or getting out of bed, making it difficult to move. I need to apply external force to get up. For the past year, I have felt pain and ...
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Hello, there are many causes of back pain. Statistics show that 90% of people, especially younger individuals, often do not have issues with their bones but rather with muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues, which is referred to as myofascial pain syndrome. This condition is u...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Arm Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Arm pain Last summer, I tried weight training, and while doing diamond push-ups, I suddenly felt pain in the ulnar nerve area of my left hand. At that time, I thought it was just a strain and didn’t pay much attention to it. After undergoing six sessions of electrical therapy, ul...
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Hello, based on your description, the pain caused by a sports injury, combined with work-related fatigue, has persisted for a long time. During this period, aside from rehabilitation, have you considered any other treatments? Rehabilitation therapy typically requires patience and...[Read More] Understanding Arm Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Ligament Strains: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Ligament sprain I injured myself while playing basketball, but that was already at the end of January. When I went for a follow-up appointment, the doctor said that doing more rehabilitation and exercising would help. Now I still don't know if I can jump again. Is it because...
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Hello, online friend: I'm not sure which ligament is injured. If the ligament injury is not severe enough to require surgery, rehabilitation often leads to recovery. Therefore, please consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation physician to discuss your condition. Consistent reh...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Strains: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Improving Elbow Mobility: Effects of Shockwave Therapy on Athletes
Elbow range of motion As an athlete, due to long-term training, X-rays show calcification in the inner and outer sides of the elbow as well as in the olecranon area. There is a significant limitation in elbow mobility, making it difficult to fully flex and extend the arm. Additio...
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Hello: It is recommended to consult an orthopedic or neurologist for further examination to determine if there is any nerve involvement, and then decide on the next steps for treatment. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Improving Elbow Mobility: Effects of Shockwave Therapy on Athletes
Managing Lower Back Injuries: Tips for Pain Relief and Recovery
Lower back injury Hello, when I was 13 years old, I had a severe fall that injured my back. I was misdiagnosed until this year when I was diagnosed with internal injuries at the Veterans General Hospital. My symptoms include lower back pain and discomfort after standing or sittin...
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Hello, if there is no bone injury, it is recommended to start with conservative treatment (medication combined with physical therapy). Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Managing Lower Back Injuries: Tips for Pain Relief and Recovery
Understanding Baseball-Related Shoulder Injuries: When to Seek Help
Sports Injuries (Baseball) Hello Doctor: I have been playing amateur baseball, and about a month or two ago, while throwing a baseball, I felt a strong pain in the back of my arm, approximately around the area of the deltoid and teres minor muscles (the area that gets pulled when...
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Hello, the shoulder is a highly mobile joint in the body, and many people experience prolonged pain due to sports injuries or other unknown reasons. You may want to consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation physician to help address your issue. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Baseball-Related Shoulder Injuries: When to Seek Help
Understanding Wrist Pain: When to See a Specialist in Orthopedics or Pain Management
Inquiry about wrist pain symptoms? I work as a construction worker, and sometimes I experience wrist pain and weakness. What could be the issue? Should I see a pain specialist, an orthopedic doctor, or someone else?
Dr. Shen Boquan reply Orthopedics
Hello, excessive force or repetitive motions can often lead to inflammation and discomfort in tendons or muscles, typically manifested as pain and weakness. For specific issues related to tendons or ligaments, it is advisable to consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation physician. ...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Pain: When to See a Specialist in Orthopedics or Pain Management
Sudden Knee Pain After Sprinting: Causes and Solutions
Sudden running can lead to knee pain? Hello doctor, today after class I had to rush to catch a bus, so I ran for about a minute. When I got home and went up the stairs, I didn't feel anything unusual. However, when I went downstairs to take out the trash, my left knee sudden...
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If there is no significant impact or trauma, it is unlikely that the bones are injured. However, you may experience pain, which could indicate injury or inflammation of the tendons, ligaments, or even cartilage. If the pain persists after a few days or if it severely interferes w...[Read More] Sudden Knee Pain After Sprinting: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Shoulder Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
The left arm cannot be raised straight up? Hello, Dr. Shen. About six months ago, I suddenly noticed that I couldn't raise my left arm to my ear, couldn't fasten my bra behind my back, and felt significantly weaker when holding my children. These movements cause pain......
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It appears to be inflammation of the rotator cuff, also known as impingement syndrome. The cause is unclear for about half of the individuals affected. Symptoms may be less painful during daytime activities but can worsen at night. If the pain is bothersome, you should consider m...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
Understanding Post-Rotator Cuff Repair: Bone Movement and X-Ray Findings
Rotator cuff repair After a rotator cuff repair, if you feel that the bone is shifting but X-rays do not show any abnormalities, it could be due to the muscles not having fully healed yet. However, it is also possible that there may be a re-tear. It is important to follow up with...
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Hello, I’m not sure how long it has been since your surgery. How is your pain and range of motion? If your range of motion is still normal, the rotator cuff should not have re-ruptured. Have you returned for a follow-up appointment? You should discuss these postoperative recovery...[Read More] Understanding Post-Rotator Cuff Repair: Bone Movement and X-Ray Findings
Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury in the Wrist
Triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury of the left wrist? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in my left wrist, and I just visited an orthopedic clinic today where the director, who is also a physician at National Cheng Kung University, examined me....
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Injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is also a cause of wrist pain. Typically, conservative treatments such as adequate rest, topical analgesics, adhesive patches, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) will lead to improvement in most cases. If these...[Read More] Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury in the Wrist
Understanding Ligament Tears: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Ligament tear Hello Dr. Shen, Due to an accidental impact, I have sustained a rupture of the ligament in the first phalanx of my little finger. There was no redness, swelling, or pain, but I am unable to fully extend the finger. An X-ray examination showed no bone damage. The do...
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Hello, based on your description, it seems you are referring to a distal extensor tendon rupture, commonly known as Mallet finger. It can be treated with either conservative therapy or surgical intervention. Since you have immobilized it for a period, you may experience stiffness...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Tears: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding Ligament Reconstruction: Options for Thumb Injury Recovery
Autologous reconstruction of ligament rupture Hello, Dr. Shen. In July 2016, I injured my left thumb's right-side ligament while playing basketball. The doctor I consulted at that time said surgery was not necessary, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, recent...
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Hello, netizen: If a ligament tear has undergone three months of conservative treatment (non-surgical treatment) and there is still pain, discomfort, or even instability, surgical intervention should be considered. As for the timing and method of surgery, it is advisable to have ...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Reconstruction: Options for Thumb Injury Recovery
Understanding Meniscus Wear and Medial Ligament Injury in Athletes
Meniscus degeneration and medial collateral ligament injury? Hello Dr. Shen, A month ago, after finishing a boxing aerobic workout, I noticed pain on the inner side of my right knee the next day. During the workout, there was no external impact, but there were many movements in...
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Hello, netizen: The knee is the largest joint in the human body, and it bears a significant amount of load due to its high level of activity. There are many causes and conditions associated with knee pain, including ligament sprains, tendon strains, joint inflammation, such as os...[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Wear and Medial Ligament Injury in Athletes