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Understanding Shoulder Pain: When to Seek Medical Help and Treatment Options

Shoulder pain Initially, I had some shoulder pain, so I decided to get a massage. However, the next day I woke up with increased pain, so I thought I should consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. The practitioner diagnosed me with a stiff neck and mentioned that my ...


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The question does not clearly specify how many days the issue has been occurring or how many days the medication has been taken. The location of the pain is also unclear. Please visit the rehabilitation department for an examination.

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Understanding Calf Muscle Tightness: Causes and Rehabilitation Tips

Calf muscle tightness? Hello, Doctor: I am the patient from the previous question. I visited the rehabilitation department on Saturday morning. The doctor examined me and mentioned that the inability to fully extend my left calf might be due to tightness in the calf muscles. They...


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Is it possible that tight muscles or tendons could cause tightness in the calf muscles? >> The muscles and tendons (commonly referred to as "jin") are interconnected, so if one is tight, it naturally affects the other. Would continuing heat therapy, elevating the ...

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Possible Causes of Limb Pain: When to See a Specialist?

Possible causes of limb (arms and legs) soreness include: Hello, doctor. Recently, for about a month and a half, I have not engaged in any vigorous exercise, and my daily work does not involve long periods of fixed posture. I only walk about 4,000 to 8,000 steps during my workday...


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It is more likely to be myofascial pain syndrome, while polymyositis is more severe and less common. It is advisable to first consult a rheumatologist to rule out more serious issues such as polymyositis. However, rheumatologists tend to favor pharmacological treatment. If there ...

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Struggling with Recovery: When Will I Walk Normally Again?

It has been a month, and I still cannot walk normally... I'm worried? Hello Doctor, After the Lunar New Year, in early February, I underwent surgery to remove a Baker's cyst (approximately 2 cm) from the back of my left knee. The doctor explained that due to the depth...


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Please proceed to the rehabilitation department for further evaluation and treatment.

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Understanding Ankle Stiffness Without Pain: Causes and Solutions

The ankle feels stiff but not painful? Hello Doctor, I don't recall ever spraining my left ankle. A few years ago, when I was keen on jogging, I seemed to experience some pain, so I stopped running. However, I occasionally feel a clicking sensation without pain. When I visit...


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It sounds like an issue with the ankle tendons or ligaments. You can try applying local heat therapy; if there is no improvement, please visit a rehabilitation clinic.

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Understanding Post-Surgery Knee Displacement: Causes and Solutions

Sudden reappearance of preoperative displacement issues? Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. I underwent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery in April of this year, and my recovery has been normal. I started playing sports and basketball again in the...


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Abnormal, please return to the orthopedic outpatient clinic for consultation.

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Understanding Knee Pain After Trauma: Causes and Treatment Options

Knee collision pain? Hello Doctor: I have been in two car accidents in the past, and my right knee sustained direct impact injuries from falling onto the ground, resulting in bruising and swelling. However, after the swelling subsided, I noticed that aside from experiencing a sha...


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You can start by applying a warm compress to a specific area of the right knee for about 20 minutes each time. You may also use a pain relief ointment to massage that area and see if the numbness and tingling sensations improve. If there is no improvement, please consult a rehabi...

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Understanding Neck Issues: When to Seek Rehabilitation Care

Neck problems Hello, doctor. For the past two weeks, I've been feeling tightness in my neck when turning my head to the left, and I have a sensation of not being able to turn it fully. When I turn to the right, there is a slight friction sound in the back of my neck. Additio...


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Rehabilitation Medicine

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Understanding and Managing Heel Pain for Taxi Drivers: Causes and Solutions

Right heel pain? Hello, doctor: I am a taxi driver and have been driving for about four years. I often sit for two to three hours at a time without the opportunity to get out of the car. About three months ago, I started experiencing pain in my right heel when I stand up after ge...


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It sounds like plantar fasciitis. Please refer to http://www.commonhealth.com.tw/article/article.action?nid=67763.

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Understanding Your Symptoms: Disc Herniation vs. Piriformis Syndrome

I would like to inquire whether it is a herniated disc or piriformis syndrome? Hello, doctor. My symptoms started in early October. Initially, I felt tightness in the left side of my lower back and hip joint. One day, I did some stretching and leg lifts while lying down, and I&#x...


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Is it a herniated disc or piriformis syndrome? Both are possible. An electromyography (EMG) test with needle insertion may help differentiate between the two, but if the nerve root is not injured, it may not provide a clear distinction. MRI is more expensive, and physicians may h...

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Assessing Nerve Damage After L5-S1 Disc Surgery: Rehabilitation Insights

Nerve injury after herniated disc surgery? Hello Doctor, I underwent endoscopic surgery for my L5-S1 intervertebral disc at the beginning of August. During the procedure, I experienced nerve damage, which resulted in weakness in my right leg below the calf, and I am unable to lif...


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The condition and extent of nerve damage can be assessed through electromyography (EMG), which requires needle insertion. As long as the hospital has this equipment, both departments can order the test. However, once the injury has occurred, understanding the extent and nature of...

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Understanding Shoulder Rotator Cuff Tears: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery

Rotator cuff tear Hello: I have been unable to raise my right arm and have experienced sharp, aching pain in my right shoulder for the past three months. The shoulder pain has persisted for over a year. My right shoulder ultrasound report is as follows: DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING REPORT...


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According to the report, the main issue is a partial tear of one of the rotator cuff tendons, while another tendon is chronically inflamed. Additionally, the report mentions severe limitation in shoulder joint mobility, which may indicate the development of adhesive capsulitis (f...

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Understanding Wrist Pain: Insights on Old Injuries and Recovery

Old wrist injury Last November, I injured my wrist while performing a wrist strength exercise. I didn't allow it to rest properly, which has resulted in a slower recovery. Almost a year has passed, and I still have issues with a few movements. 1. When I extend my right han...


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It is possible that an old injury has not healed due to a lack of proactive treatment. Please visit the rehabilitation department for further treatment.

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Understanding Knee Pain: Is It Just Tight Muscles or Something More?

The tendons behind the knee are very tight? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about the pain behind my knee that occurs with certain specific movements. Is this just tightness in the muscles, or could it indicate a potential issue? Here are some examples: 1. When I do a forw...


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Based on the description, it is likely that the muscle is too tight. You can apply pressure to that muscle while in a relaxed state; if there is no significant pain, there is no need to worry. However, you can perform stretching exercises (applying heat before stretching can enha...

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Understanding Finger Joint Rehabilitation After Injury: Key Insights

Finger joint rehabilitation Hello Doctor: My little finger was amputated near the distal interphalangeal joint (the diagnosis indicates a distal fracture with partial bone loss and soft tissue damage). A reconstruction surgery has been performed (I am currently still in treatment...


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The golden rehabilitation period for fractures is generally about six months. The removal of the distal phalanx of the little finger will not cause significant disability, so there is no need to worry too much. Subsequent rehabilitation should focus on restoring the range of moti...

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Understanding Inner Calf Pain: Recovery Tips for Dancers

Inner calf pain? I am a dancer. Last January, while practicing and teaching dance, I performed a lot of stationary running movements. Suddenly, I felt a sharp pain on the inner side of my calf halfway through, which caused me to stop and rest. However, I continued to perform the ...


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Is it really a calf muscle strain? To confirm the diagnosis, an ultrasound scan is needed to observe changes in the muscle tissue. It seems that you have already undergone all the rehabilitation equipment typically available. If the strength in the affected area is intact, it is ...

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Understanding Pain Near the Left Hip: Causes and Treatment Options

Pain in the left lower back near the hip area? Hello, I experience pain in the area just above my left hip when I lie down to sleep at night. It feels like a muscle or bone is not moving properly. Sometimes, when the pain is severe, I have difficulty walking and may limp, but at ...


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The symptoms are more indicative of a lumbar muscle tendon issue; please make an appointment with the rehabilitation department.

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Understanding Right Hand Limitations in Yoga: Causes and Solutions

Extension of the right hand? Recently, I have been practicing some yoga poses and noticed that I can complete many movements with my left hand. For example, I can place my left hand behind my back and touch my shoulder with my palm, but I find it very difficult to do the same wit...


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It may be due to right shoulder joint capsule tightness or rotator cuff tendonitis. Please visit the rehabilitation department for further evaluation.

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Understanding Ankle Nerve Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Tips

The nerves around the ankle feel unusual? Hello Dr. Yin, recently I don't know why I've been experiencing pain in the nerves on the side of my right foot (around the ankle, it hurts at a certain fixed angle). It feels fine when walking normally, but it's very notic...


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It may be inflammation of the tendons or ligaments in the ankle. If it does not improve, please visit a rehabilitation clinic for evaluation.

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Understanding Calf Tightness, Foot Numbness, and Arch Cramps

Tightness in the calves, numbness in the soles of the feet, and twitching of the arches? Hello, Doctor. Two weeks ago, I started feeling tightness in my left calf, and when I get out of bed and put my feet on the ground, my heels feel a bit strange (similar to a tingling sensatio...


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It is indeed not a typical symptom of plantar fasciitis; it may still be caused by calf swelling. It is recommended to take anti-inflammatory pain relievers and monitor whether the swelling, numbness, or twitching resolves. If these symptoms do not improve, it is essential to see...

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