Understanding Asymmetrical Buttocks: Causes and Solutions
Hip problems Hello, Doctor. I would like to inquire about the issue of having one side of my buttocks larger than the other. I first noticed this condition at the beginning of this year. My left buttock appears larger, while my right buttock seems smaller. I can clearly feel the ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
It may be necessary to consider whether there are neurological issues or problems with the hip joint, or if there is a tendency to use the left thigh more and the right thigh less, which could result in one side being smaller. If there is pain, it is advisable to seek medical att...[Read More] Understanding Asymmetrical Buttocks: Causes and Solutions
Recovery Time for Fifth Metatarsal Fractures in Older Adults
Recovery time On June 19, while I was in central Taiwan, my family accidentally ran over my left ankle while reversing. I immediately went to the emergency room for an X-ray, and no fractures or cracks were found at that time. Nine days later, when I returned to a hospital in the...
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1. It typically takes about six to twelve weeks for recovery. 2. Exercise can be started three months later.[Read More] Recovery Time for Fifth Metatarsal Fractures in Older Adults
Knee Tightness and Inability to Straighten: Causes and Solutions
Tightness on the inner side of the knee with an inability to fully extend it? Yesterday, I was chatting with a friend on a high stool at a convenience store, and after returning home, my leg couldn't fully extend or bend excessively. I have been experiencing a tight sensatio...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
Resting or applying a warm compress may help improve the condition. If it does not get better, you should see a doctor.[Read More] Knee Tightness and Inability to Straighten: Causes and Solutions
Post-Surgery Concerns for Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Tips and Advice
Post-operative issues following a clavicle fracture? After undergoing surgery for a right clavicle fracture on June 20, if you stop using the arm sling after one week, could that cause the plate to shift? Is it safe to use the right hand for everyday activities such as eating and...
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1. If the fixation after fracture surgery is adequate, there will be no displacement. 2. Avoid as much as possible. 3. If the force exceeds what the plate can bear, displacement may occur.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Clavicle Fracture: Recovery Tips and Advice
Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Treatment Options and Recovery
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident at the end of March and suffered an open comminuted fracture of my lower leg. After the swelling subsided post-surgery, I noticed a significant indentation in my lower leg when bending my knee. The doctor ass...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
A complete tear of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) cannot heal on its own. Strengthening exercises can help reduce some instability, but surgical intervention is often necessary and should be evaluated by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Treatment Options and Recovery
Do I Need Surgery for My Right Knee Injury? Understanding MRI Results
Could you please let me know if the report indicates whether surgery is needed (specifically regarding any damage to the cruciate ligaments or meniscus)? Thank you? Hello Doctor, here is my MRI report. Currently, I do not experience pain in my right knee while walking, but it bec...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
According to the English report, there is no ligament rupture, only a contusion, which can be treated conservatively. It is necessary to continue follow-up with the original treating physician.[Read More] Do I Need Surgery for My Right Knee Injury? Understanding MRI Results
How to Increase Height by 4-5 cm at Age 22: Tips on Diet and Exercise
A 22-year-old individual who is 173 cm tall wants to increase their height to 177 cm? I would like to ask, I am almost 22 years old, 173 cm tall, and I want to grow 4 to 5 cm taller. What exercises, foods, and daily routines should I follow?
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
Once the growth plates have closed, it is not possible to grow taller, regardless of nutrition. However, engaging in more physical activity can promote overall health and a more robust physique, which may create the perception of increased height.[Read More] How to Increase Height by 4-5 cm at Age 22: Tips on Diet and Exercise
Managing Hallux Valgus and Navicular Bone Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery
Hallux valgus Hello Doctor, I have congenital hallux valgus and an accessory navicular bone combined with flatfoot. My hallux valgus is currently mild to moderate and does not affect my daily life, but regarding the accessory navicular bone, I experience significant pain in that ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
Applying heat can reduce pressure on the affected area. If arch support shoes are ineffective, custom insoles with a thicker, softer base can be ordered to help decrease pressure on the feet.[Read More] Managing Hallux Valgus and Navicular Bone Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery
Understanding Coccydynia: Managing Tailbone Injuries and Recovery
Coccygeal contusion Hello, Doctor: I have researched all the issues related to the coccyx. My condition is that three years ago, I paid for an MRI from the cervical spine to the sacrum, and at that time, my coccyx was normal. In March of this year, I slipped and fell, resulting i...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
Coccyx bone contusions typically heal with rest and pain medication. What is needed is time for recovery, which usually takes about three to six months.[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Managing Tailbone Injuries and Recovery
Dealing with Pain After a Fall: Tips for Recovery and Swimming
I bumped my butt on the stairs? On June 10th, I accidentally bumped my butt against the stairs while opening a cabinet, and it has been painful from then until June 12th. It hurts when I sleep, laugh, sit, and walk, especially when I get up, which is extremely painful. I have a s...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
You may need to visit a hospital for an examination, and possibly get an X-ray to check for fractures. If the pain is severe, medication treatment may also be necessary.[Read More] Dealing with Pain After a Fall: Tips for Recovery and Swimming
Managing Pain After Knee Fracture Surgery in Seniors: Tips and Insights
Fracture near the knee? Hello, my mother had a car accident in 2020 (at the age of 80) that resulted in fractures of the distal femur in her left leg and the proximal tibia near the knee in her right leg. She underwent surgery, which was successful, but she has been experiencing ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
If walking causes pain, an X-ray should be taken to check for any issues related to arthritis. If there is no pain, it may not be necessary to remove internal fixation devices. An X-ray can help determine the cause of the symptoms, allowing for targeted treatment.[Read More] Managing Pain After Knee Fracture Surgery in Seniors: Tips and Insights
Can You Lift Weights After Healing from Pelvic Fractures?
Can a person lift heavy objects normally after recovering from a pelvic fracture? After undergoing surgery to fix fractures of the right femur, iliac bone, and pubic bone due to a car accident, and having fully recovered after a year of rehabilitation where you can walk and live ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
If the fracture has healed and there is no localized pain, it is safe to lift heavy objects or engage in physical activities.[Read More] Can You Lift Weights After Healing from Pelvic Fractures?
Understanding Foot Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Hello, Dr. Shih. I slipped and fell in the bathroom on May 15, and I have a bruise on the left side of my foot? On May 15, I accidentally slipped and fell. It seems that my left foot slid forward first, and my right foot was not stable, causing me to land on my buttocks. After la...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
If it is just a bruise without a fracture, applying ice for the first two to three days followed by heat therapy usually allows the bruising to resolve in about two to four weeks. If there is a suspicion of a fracture, an X-ray examination is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Foot Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Understanding Spinal Protrusion: Is It a Health Concern or Just Slimness?
When a person has a hunchback, the spine protrudes? Hello doctor, when I stand upright, the flesh above my spine sinks in, but when I bend over, my spine protrudes, and I can feel the individual vertebrae. When I touch it, there is no obvious scoliosis. Is this a problem with my ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
It is possible that being too thin could be a factor. To determine if there is an issue, it is best to get an X-ray of the spine for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Spinal Protrusion: Is It a Health Concern or Just Slimness?
Can I Apply for Disability with Severe Tibial Fracture After a Fall?
I would like to ask? Hello doctor, I fell from a height while working in January, resulting in a closed fracture with displacement of the right tibial plateau. The surgeon emphasized that my bone was severely fragmented. To this day, I cannot fully extend my knee like my left leg...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
To apply for disability benefits, you must undergo a functional assessment by a physician, and your results must fall below a certain threshold to qualify.[Read More] Can I Apply for Disability with Severe Tibial Fracture After a Fall?
Understanding Femoral Fracture Healing: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Comminuted femoral fracture Hello Doctor: I was involved in a car accident on January 25 of this year, resulting in a comminuted fracture of my right femur. The following day, I underwent surgery (open reduction and internal fixation with nails and plates). It has now been four m...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
1. Weight-bearing walking should only be done after healing. Walking with crutches too early may lead to a re-fracture. 2. Normal. 3. A nutritious diet is essential, and it is important to supplement with calcium, protein, vitamins, and other nutrients.[Read More] Understanding Femoral Fracture Healing: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Post-Fracture Complications: Titanium Plate Breakage and Treatment Options
Post-operative fracture with titanium alloy plate fracture? I had surgery on April 19 due to a car accident, where I opted for a titanium alloy plate. On May 18, I returned for a follow-up due to discomfort at the fracture site, and an X-ray revealed that my plate had broken. The...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
The location of the fracture has not been specified, and without an X-ray for assessment, it is not possible to determine whether it has healed. It is recommended to continue monitoring. If the fracture has not healed, re-surgery may be necessary; if it has healed, no further sur...[Read More] Post-Fracture Complications: Titanium Plate Breakage and Treatment Options
Accidental Heel Impact After Osteotomy: Risks and Concerns
Accidental weight-bearing after calcaneal osteotomy? Hello Doctor, last July I suffered a comminuted fracture of my left foot due to a car accident and underwent open reduction and internal fixation with a plate. In May of this year, due to incomplete reduction and an irregular g...
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It may be necessary to get an X-ray to check for any issues.[Read More] Accidental Heel Impact After Osteotomy: Risks and Concerns
Understanding Non-Displaced Fifth Metatarsal Fractures and Recovery
Right fifth metatarsal non-displaced avulsion fracture? Hello Doctor, I was dancing at home on the evening of May 8th (Monday) when my foot suddenly inverted, and I heard two cracking sounds. I went to the emergency room on May 11th (Thursday), but I forgot to get an X-ray. I onl...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
1. Approximately one month after a fracture, one can start walking. 2. Six weeks.[Read More] Understanding Non-Displaced Fifth Metatarsal Fractures and Recovery
Post-Cast Recovery: Proper Leg Positioning After Fibula Fracture
Activity of the leg after removal of the cast for fibula fracture (non-surgical)? Hello Doctor, I sustained a fibula fracture near my ankle at the end of March. After evaluation, surgery was deemed unnecessary, and I was placed in a cast. The cast was removed in early May, and I ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng reply Orthopedics
You can perform flexion and extension exercises for the ankle and knee joints regardless of the position. Additionally, local heat therapy can be applied.[Read More] Post-Cast Recovery: Proper Leg Positioning After Fibula Fracture