Post-Spinal Compression: Safe Exercises and Precautions for Recovery
Due to spinal nerve compression, I want to ask if there are precautions to take after performing lumbar traction exercises? Doctor, I have a couple of questions: 1. Since I need to stretch my lower back every day, should the treatment process primarily focus on walking exercise...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, during the rehabilitation treatment for spinal nerve compression, in addition to being cautious when bending down to lift heavy objects, walking, twisting the waist, and practicing Qigong should be fine as long as proper warm-up is done. Changhua Hospital cares about your ...[Read More] Post-Spinal Compression: Safe Exercises and Precautions for Recovery
Is Vertebroplasty Necessary for My Father's Spinal Compression Fracture?
What is the necessity of bone cement surgery? Hello Doctor: Two weeks ago, my father (90 years old) fell, and during the consultation, the physician indicated that one of his vertebrae was compressed. He was advised to undergo vertebroplasty to support and improve the condition, ...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if the symptoms have improved, you may continue with outpatient follow-up to monitor the status of the fracture and check for any ongoing deformity. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Is Vertebroplasty Necessary for My Father's Spinal Compression Fracture?
Is Your Spine Injured? Understanding Back Pain After a Pull
Is there a spinal injury in the lumbar region? Hello, doctor. One day at school, something happened that caused me to experience soreness in my lower back whenever I try to stand up straight. At that time, I was pulled forcefully and leaned back, feeling two cracking sounds in my...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, young individuals have a low chance of experiencing fractures without significant external force; most injuries are related to muscle and soft tissue damage, which typically heal naturally. The pain caused by fractures is often very severe and usually intolerable. Changhua...[Read More] Is Your Spine Injured? Understanding Back Pain After a Pull
Understanding Slow Healing After L5S1 Fusion Surgery: Concerns and Solutions
L5-S1 vertebral arch fracture has been surgically treated? Hello Doctor, I underwent L5-S1 spinal fusion and internal fixation surgery due to a vertebral fracture at the end of last year. It has been three months since the surgery, and during my follow-up X-ray, it was found that...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if healing is not complete, continuous monitoring is necessary. With the current surgical techniques, the likelihood of completely removing intervertebral tissue is quite high. However, spinal fusion surgery can lead to early degeneration of adjacent joints, which is diffi...[Read More] Understanding Slow Healing After L5S1 Fusion Surgery: Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Hip Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
(Hip joint issues suspected due to stretching) Hello, doctor. Around July 2019, I first experienced pain in the area where my left thigh connects to my buttock while walking, which sometimes radiated to the front of my thigh, but I didn't have much lower back pain. When the ...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, sciatica at your age is often associated with trauma or sports injuries. If there is no numbness or pain in the lower limbs, it is less likely to be a sciatica issue. If there is a noticeable pain point at the upper buttocks near the femoral joint, then piriformis syndrome...[Read More] Understanding Hip Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Soft Lump on Elbow: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
There is a soft mass protruding from the elbow joint? Hello Doctor: I have a soft lump about the size of a coin on the back inner side of my left elbow. It is not painful, but I feel a soreness when I press on it from both sides. This has been going on for a while. It might have ...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, it is likely that the discomfort you are experiencing is due to scar tissue formed after an injury and subsequent healing. However, if it affects your mobility, it is advisable to visit a hospital for an examination to determine if the issues mentioned are the cause. Chang...[Read More] Soft Lump on Elbow: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is Being Underweight Causing Your Hip and Thigh Pain?
Is it a problem of being too thin? When sleeping on my side, I feel a bone protrusion between my thigh and buttocks that causes pain when pressed. I am currently very thin, weighing 53 kg at a height of 172 cm, and my skin is tightly adhered to my bones. Could this issue be cause...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, being underweight can also lead to bone protrusion, but if there is only pain when pressure is applied and no symptoms while walking, and there is no injury, the issue should not be significant. It is important to pay attention to the support of your mattress; it should no...[Read More] Is Being Underweight Causing Your Hip and Thigh Pain?
Is Being Underweight Causing My Hip and Thigh Pain?
Is being too thin a problem? When sleeping on my side, I feel a bone protrusion between my thigh and buttocks that causes pain when pressed. I am currently very thin, weighing 53 kg at a height of 172 cm, and my skin feels like it is pressing against the bones. Is it possible tha...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, being underweight can also lead to prominent bones, but if there is only pain when pressure is applied and no symptoms while walking, and there has been no injury, the issue should not be significant. It is important to pay attention to the support of your mattress; it sho...[Read More] Is Being Underweight Causing My Hip and Thigh Pain?
Improving Prominent Clavicles: Solutions for a Better Aesthetic
Clavicle issues Is there a way to improve the protrusion of the clavicle near the shoulder? After all, it doesn't look very aesthetically pleasing from the outside.
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, an X-ray should be taken first to determine the cause. Acromioclavicular joint dislocation is mostly caused by trauma; if there is no trauma, it is often congenital. If there is no pain, no treatment is necessary. Please go to the hospital for an X-ray to make a diagnosis ...[Read More] Improving Prominent Clavicles: Solutions for a Better Aesthetic
Understanding Thinning of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Treatment Options
Thinning of the anterior cruciate ligament? Doctor, I went to see my report today and the doctor said that my right knee's anterior cruciate ligament is not torn but shows signs of thinning. I would like to ask if thinning can repair itself or if it cannot be repaired. If it...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, a cruciate ligament strain may sometimes appear thinned on imaging. Cruciate ligament injuries, unless they are very mild, typically require surgical reconstruction if they affect stability. Changhua Hospital cares about you. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Thinning of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Treatment Options
Can Surgery Correct My Thumb's Lack of Creases?
My thumb has no transverse lines? Doctor, I am already an adult, but my thumb does not have transverse lines. Is there a way to perform surgery to allow my thumb to bend normally?
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if your thumb cannot bend, it's important to determine the underlying cause. It could be due to congenital trigger finger or a skeletal abnormality. Please visit an orthopedic clinic for an evaluation. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Can Surgery Correct My Thumb's Lack of Creases?
Medication for Ankylosing Spondylitis During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Medications for Ankylosing Spondylitis during Pregnancy I would like to ask the doctor, I have been diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis and have been taking hydroxychloroquine for 4 months. My inflammatory markers in blood tests are normal, and the doctor advised taking one pil...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, according to the literature, CELECOR may lead to premature closure of the ductus arteriosus in the fetus. Therefore, pregnant patients, especially those in the later stages of pregnancy (after 30 weeks), should avoid its use. It is recommended to consult the prescribing ph...[Read More] Medication for Ankylosing Spondylitis During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Long-Term Neck Extension: Impact on Bones and Nerves in the Workplace
Prolonged neck extension? Due to work requirements, I need to maintain a prolonged neck extension (approximately 2.5 hours at a time, with a 30-minute break, totaling 8 hours a day). While it can be quite uncomfortable, I can still lower my neck to rest (averaging about 45 minute...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, the neck connects the skull above and the thoracic cavity below. Prolonged forward bending and backward tilting can exert pressure on the cervical spine, leading to muscle fatigue and pain in the neck. Over time, this may result in degenerative cervical spondylosis, increa...[Read More] Long-Term Neck Extension: Impact on Bones and Nerves in the Workplace
Understanding Fibula Fractures: Diagnosis and Initial Care Explained
Diagnosis of Fibula Fracture: Explanation of Content 1. What is a left fibula lateral malleolus displaced closed fracture? A left fibula lateral malleolus displaced closed fracture refers to a break in the fibula bone at the outer ankle (lateral malleolus) on the left side, whe...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, this is the health insurance diagnosis code. The key points are the lateral malleolus fracture and the second metatarsal fracture. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Fibula Fractures: Diagnosis and Initial Care Explained
Is Frog Jump Training Safe for Children's Bone Development?
Frog jump training and children's skeletal development? Hello Dr. Wang, I would like to ask if it is suitable for children aged 9 to 15 to perform frog jumps during physical training. Will it have any impact on their skeletal development? Thank you for taking the time to c...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, there is no research indicating that performing frog jumps has adverse effects on the bones. However, it is important to be cautious of overexertion leading to muscle injuries, such as rhabdomyolysis. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Sincerely, Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Is Frog Jump Training Safe for Children's Bone Development?
Understanding Humerus Fractures: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Plate Removal
Humeral fracture Hello, Doctor. In early June of this year, I suffered a left humeral fracture due to a fall. Currently, I can raise my arm to a certain height and angle, but I am unable to lift it beyond that. I visited an orthopedic clinic, and they mentioned that I have joint ...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if it is a mid-shaft humeral fracture, it should have a temporary impact on the shoulder joint, and the plate is unlikely to affect shoulder joint mobility. However, if it is a proximal humeral fracture, there may be some impact on shoulder joint function, and removal of t...[Read More] Understanding Humerus Fractures: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Plate Removal
Understanding Complications and Recovery from Femoral Fractures
Issues related to femoral fractures? 1. A month ago, I suffered a comminuted fracture of my left thigh due to a motorcycle accident. The fracture site was severely fragmented, but during my follow-up appointment this month, the X-ray showed little progress. The doctor mentioned t...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, 1. Generally, if there is no healing after three months, it is recommended to consult an orthopedic specialist. 2. If the fracture is stable, appropriate rehabilitation is permissible. 3. There are many factors that affect fracture healing, such as the degree of fracture c...[Read More] Understanding Complications and Recovery from Femoral Fractures
Understanding Pain After a Finger Injury: Causes and Solutions
Pinky finger hammer injury The wound has healed, but it still hurts when touched, and it has been over a month.
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if the pain persists for a month, it is recommended to have an X-ray follow-up examination. Such contusions may take two to three months to resolve completely. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Pain After a Finger Injury: Causes and Solutions
Persistent Pain After Finger Injury: What You Need to Know
Pinky finger hammer injury The wound has healed, but it still hurts when touched, and it has been over a month.
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if the pain persists for a month, it is recommended to follow up with an X-ray examination. Injuries of this nature may take two to three months to resolve completely. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Sincerely, Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Persistent Pain After Finger Injury: What You Need to Know
Understanding Morning Finger Stiffness: When to Seek Medical Help
Finger stiffness? Hello Dr. Wang, two months ago I started experiencing stiffness in my fingers, initially in my right hand, and later my left hand also began to show some morning stiffness. After increasing my activity level, the stiffness in my left hand has improved significan...
Dr. Wang Shouji reply Orthopedics
Hello, if rheumatic diseases have been ruled out and only arthritis remains, it is important to monitor for excessive finger movement. You may start with warm compresses to reduce finger joint activity and apply anti-inflammatory ointments to alleviate the symptoms of tightness. ...[Read More] Understanding Morning Finger Stiffness: When to Seek Medical Help