Thumb Injury from Ball Impact: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
Finger injury caused by a ball? About a week ago, my thumb was hit by a ball, causing pain in the flexor pollicis brevis muscle. I immediately applied ice, but there was swelling from the flexor pollicis brevis to the abductor pollicis brevis. The next day, I went to a traditiona...
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Hello: Please visit the orthopedic outpatient clinic for a thorough examination by a physician, supplemented by X-ray imaging, to confirm whether there are any fractures or muscle and ligament injuries. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Thumb Injury from Ball Impact: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
Proper Walking Posture: Should You Start with Your Feet or Thighs?
Regarding walking posture? Hello, doctor. Could you please tell me whether the correct walking posture starts from the feet or the thighs? Should we walk using our feet or our thighs?
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The correct walking posture is as follows: 1. Keep your shoulders parallel to the ground, with your chest out and abdomen in, which helps to raise your body's center of gravity. 2. When taking a step forward, ensure that your toes and knees are pointing straight ahead, avo...[Read More] Proper Walking Posture: Should You Start with Your Feet or Thighs?
Understanding Finger Bone Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Phalanx fracture The fracture site is at the distal phalanx of the right fifth finger, with a rupture at the connection between the extensor tendon and the distal phalanx. Initially, when seeking medical attention, the doctor performed surgery using two crossed steel pins to stab...
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Hello, the distal tendon of the finger extensor attaches to the base of the distal phalanx. A fracture at the base of the distal phalanx can lead to tendon detachment, resulting in an inability to extend the fingertip. Since the tendon ends cannot be sutured, the fracture site mu...[Read More] Understanding Finger Bone Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Swelling and Pain in Hand: What Could Be the Cause?
My palm feels a bit strange? Hello doctor, about a week ago, I started experiencing swelling in the area between the proximal interphalangeal joints of my left hand's index and middle fingers. There is slight pain when I press on it, but pressing on the metacarpophalangeal j...
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Hello, if there is no external injury and the hand only shows tenderness and swelling, it is mostly likely tendonitis. If the symptoms do not improve, you may visit an outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Swelling and Pain in Hand: What Could Be the Cause?
Understanding Elbow Pain: When Orthopedic Treatment Isn't Enough
Elbow swelling and pain? Hello Doctor: Recently, my mother visited an orthopedic specialist due to swelling and pain in her elbow. After an X-ray, the doctor said the bones were normal and that it might be inflammation. She received a corticosteroid injection and was prescribed p...
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Hello, based on your description, it seems to be tennis elbow (tendinitis). Tendinitis sometimes requires local corticosteroid injections, but they are not always 100% effective. Physical therapy is also necessary. If you have any questions, you can visit our orthopedic outpatien...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Pain: When Orthopedic Treatment Isn't Enough
Hard Lumps Near Left Ring Finger Joint: Orthopedic or Tumor Specialist?
There is a hard lump next to the joint of the left ring finger? Dear Dr. Tan: I have two connected hard lumps about 1.5 cm in size located on the inner side of the second joint of my left hand's ring finger. They have been present for about a year and are not very painful or...
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Please refer to orthopedics.[Read More] Hard Lumps Near Left Ring Finger Joint: Orthopedic or Tumor Specialist?
Understanding Swelling and Pain After Trigger Finger Surgery: Causes and Insights
Swelling after trigger finger surgery? I underwent trigger finger surgery (traditional minimally invasive surgery) over a month ago, but my finger is still slightly swollen, painful, and I am unable to fully extend it. Could you please explain the possible reasons for this? Thank...
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Hello Ms. Cheng, trigger finger surgery generally poses no significant risks. As long as the surgeon relaxes the tendon during the procedure, the patient should be able to actively flex and extend the finger without experiencing a "catching" sensation, indicating that t...[Read More] Understanding Swelling and Pain After Trigger Finger Surgery: Causes and Insights
Effective Treatments for Knee and Ankle Pain Relief
Knee and ankle joint pain? Your mother has been experiencing knee and ankle joint pain for some time, requiring her to rest after walking for a while. The asymmetry in her ankle joints makes it difficult to find suitable shoes. Are there any better medications or treatments avail...
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Hello Mrs. Jiang, you are experiencing pain in your knee and ankle joints. This may be due to tendon degeneration or cartilage wear leading to degeneration. An X-ray examination should be performed first. If cartilage wear is confirmed, the effectiveness of medication treatment m...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Knee and Ankle Pain Relief
Do Bitter Melon and Winter Melon Cause Knee Pain? Debunking Myths
My mother-in-law often complains of knee pain? My mother-in-law often says that eating bitter melon or winter melon can cause knee pain because they are too cooling. Is that true?
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Hello Mrs. Jiang, my specialty is orthopedics. Your issue is more related to traditional Chinese medicine, so you may want to consult a TCM practitioner. The knee joint can degenerate with age and overuse, leading to discomfort and pain. If the degeneration is severe, pain relief...[Read More] Do Bitter Melon and Winter Melon Cause Knee Pain? Debunking Myths
Understanding Nail Bed Reconstruction Surgery in Orthopedics
Nail bed reconstruction surgery Dear Dr. Tan, What is nail bed reconstruction? Is it necessary to include bone repair, grafting, and microsurgical techniques for it to be considered nail bed reconstruction? I would greatly appreciate your guidance on this matter. Thank you.
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Hello, Xiao Meng: Ingrown toenails that become infected are common among individuals with flat feet, those who wear shoes that are too tight, and diabetic patients, leading to a condition known as "paronychia." The simplest preventive measure for paronychia is to trim t...[Read More] Understanding Nail Bed Reconstruction Surgery in Orthopedics
Understanding Radial Bone Tumors: Do You Need Further Evaluation?
Radial Long Tumor I would like to ask a question: My sister has been experiencing wrist pain and weakness for the past two days, so she went to the hospital for an X-ray. The outpatient physician mentioned that there is a tumor on the radius, about the size of a ten-dollar coin, ...
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Hello, regarding your question, tumors can be classified as benign or malignant, and it is not possible to distinguish between them based solely on appearance or palpation. To establish a diagnosis, it is advisable to undergo a biopsy for more accurate results. Therefore, I recom...[Read More] Understanding Radial Bone Tumors: Do You Need Further Evaluation?