Sun Exposure and Calcium: Essential Tips for Bone Health
Sun exposure and bone health? I went to the hospital for a check-up and found out that my bone density has reached the level of osteoporosis. I haven't had children and I'm unmarried. The doctor advised me to take calcium supplements and get sunlight exposure. What time...
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Hello: To increase the conversion of vitamin D3 in the body through appropriate sun exposure, it is generally recommended to spend time in the sun before 10 AM or after 2 PM, when the sunlight is not at its strongest. Avoid using sunscreen during this time and sunbathe for 10 to ...[Read More] Sun Exposure and Calcium: Essential Tips for Bone Health
Recovery Timeline After Fibula Nail Removal: When Can You Walk Without Crutches?
A steel pin was fixed next to the fibula? I would like to ask, I have had my metal rod for a year, and I plan to have it removed this summer. After the removal, how long will it take before I can walk without crutches? How long will it take to fully recover?
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If you are already back to normal, I believe that removing the bone screws will not add any extra difficulty to your walking. Thank you.[Read More] Recovery Timeline After Fibula Nail Removal: When Can You Walk Without Crutches?
Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns for Tibia and Calcaneus Fractures
Left tibiofibular fracture, right calcaneal fracture? 1. Is it normal to have a small indentation (about five centimeters) in the middle of the left calf (which should be the tibia) after surgery? 2. Is it normal to have limited range of motion in the ankle? 3. My foot become...
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Hello, to address your questions, I would need to review some of your imaging and test results. If given the opportunity, I would be happy to assist you.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns for Tibia and Calcaneus Fractures
Understanding ACL Tears: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Anterior cruciate ligament tear Hello Doctor: I am currently a freshman at National Taiwan Sports University. This past Chinese New Year, I suddenly experienced pain in my right knee. However, after the winter break, I did not engage in any physical activity, and the pain starts ...
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Hello: I recommend that you undergo further imaging studies for your knee, such as an MRI. Currently, if walking is painful, it may indicate that the injured knee cannot bear full weight without causing you discomfort. In the initial stages, using crutches can provide some assist...[Read More] Understanding ACL Tears: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Can Bone Lengthening Surgery Be Used for Short Fingers?
Applications of Bone Lengthening Doctor, my hand function is normal, but my fingers are short. Can bone lengthening surgery be applied to extend the fingers? If I am not concerned about the impact on finger dexterity.
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Hello: It is not recommended. There are corresponding issues behind every medical procedure, and the universal value is that treatment is needed only when there is an illness. Your hand function is normal, and there should be no need for any unnecessary additional surgery that co...[Read More] Can Bone Lengthening Surgery Be Used for Short Fingers?
Managing Pain from Degenerative Lumbar Osteophytes in Seniors
Pain caused by degenerative bone spurs in the lumbar spine? My mother is 86 years old and has recently been experiencing pain in her lower back and hips. After consulting an orthopedic doctor and undergoing X-rays, it was found that she has degenerative changes in her lumbar spin...
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Hello: Regarding degenerative issues, it is important to first assess the severity before deciding on a treatment method. There are various treatment options available, including medication, rehabilitation therapy, injections, and surgery. The choice should be based on the severi...[Read More] Managing Pain from Degenerative Lumbar Osteophytes in Seniors
Understanding Spinal Surgery Risks and Recovery for Seniors
Hello, how can I assist you today? The elder in my family needs surgery due to lumbar nerve compression. I saw on the medical report that it states lumbar spinal stenosis at levels L3 to L5, and a laminectomy decompression surgery is planned for levels L3, L4, and L5. The elder w...
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Hello: If your elderly family member does not have any specific internal medical conditions, they should not be considered "high risk." However, the actual situation still needs to be confirmed through various assessments. The issue of recurrence rates can only be bette...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Surgery Risks and Recovery for Seniors
Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Injury: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Triangular fibrocartilage Hello doctor, I have recently experienced a slight tingling pain on the side of my little finger when I rotate my wrist. After researching online, I suspect it might be a triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury. I would like to ask for your opini...
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Hello: Your speculation is indeed possible, but there are still many diseases that need to be considered for differential diagnosis. In medicine, the term "must" is rarely used. I can only advise you that if you do not improve after a period of time, please remember to ...[Read More] Understanding Triangular Fibrocartilage Injury: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Complications After Right Shoulder Clavicle Surgery
Postoperative issues related to the right clavicle? Thank you for your response, Doctor. I would like to ask if a loose hook-shaped steel plate could lead to poor healing? Would immediate surgery be necessary?
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Hello: There is a possibility, but it still depends on the actual situation. As for whether an emergency surgery is needed, generally speaking, such procedures are not considered emergency surgeries in the medical field. However, it still depends on the specific circumstances. Th...[Read More] Understanding Complications After Right Shoulder Clavicle Surgery
Post-Surgery Issues with Right Clavicle: Pain and Concerns After Trauma
Postoperative issues related to the right clavicle? I suffered a right clavicle fracture in a car accident on October 21 of this year. After surgery, a hook-shaped plate was used for fixation. Follow-up X-rays on November 15 and December 15 showed good results. However, on Decemb...
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Hello, there could be many reasons for this. Generally, the hook plate is considered a removable internal fixation device. While it is present in your body, it may cause some degree of impingement syndrome on your shoulder's rotator cuff. Regarding your concerns about displa...[Read More] Post-Surgery Issues with Right Clavicle: Pain and Concerns After Trauma
Post-Shoulder Labrum Repair: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Questions After Shoulder Labrum Repair Hello, Dr. You. I would like to ask a few questions as follows: 1. It has been six weeks since my arthroscopy on October 25, and I have already removed the brace. Is it normal to still feel discomfort in my right shoulder? How long will it...
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Hello, first I need to confirm whether your shoulder labrum repair was due to frequent dislocations. If so, it is likely that you had an anterior inferior labral tear that was repaired arthroscopically. How are you feeling? If you still experience some tightness and pain, that is...[Read More] Post-Shoulder Labrum Repair: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Understanding Fibula and Metatarsal Fractures: Initial Care Explained
Fibula, metatarsal, fracture? 1. The term "displaced fracture of the left fibula at the lateral malleolus" indicates that the fracture has resulted in a misalignment of the bone fragments, meaning that the broken ends of the fibula are no longer in their normal anatomic...
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Hello: 1> indicates that the fracture is a displaced fracture. 2> refers to an injury that has occurred recently. 3> indicates that the fracture of the second metatarsal is non-displaced. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Fibula and Metatarsal Fractures: Initial Care Explained
Understanding Scoliosis: When Surgery is Necessary and What to Expect
Scoliosis, post-spinal surgery? Hello Dr. You: I am 19 years old, male, and I have discovered that I have approximately 40 degrees of scoliosis in my thoracic spine. I did some research online and found that curves greater than 40 degrees typically require surgical intervention. ...
Dr. You Dianqi reply Orthopedics
Hello: If your condition is indeed as significant as you mentioned, it is advisable to visit a trusted medical facility for a comprehensive evaluation. Generally, it is necessary to assess whether your cardiopulmonary function is affected by the scoliosis, as well as to evaluate ...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: When Surgery is Necessary and What to Expect
Can Artificial Tendons Restore Function in a Deformed Thumb?
Are there artificial tendons for fingers? My left thumb has been missing a tendon since childhood. I'm not sure if it was congenital or if it was severed later, but it causes my thumb to be unable to extend properly and to bend. I would like to know if there are artificial t...
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Hello: The phenomenon you described strongly suggests that medical evaluation in a clinical setting is necessary to accurately identify your underlying issues. It is essential to first determine the true problem in order to find a reasonable solution. If your condition is indeed ...[Read More] Can Artificial Tendons Restore Function in a Deformed Thumb?
Post-Surgery Pain After Removal of Ankle Fracture Plate: What to Expect?
Pain after removal of the plate following a fracture of the left calcaneus? Hello Dr. You: In January of this year, I fell from a 3-meter ladder, resulting in a closed comminuted fracture of my left heel. I had a steel plate and artificial bone implanted. My recovery has been rel...
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Hello: Were you diagnosed with a fracture of the calcaneus? If so, this type of fracture is indeed considered to have a poorer prognosis. Additionally, during your treatment, did you experience any signs of infection? It is quite unusual for symptoms to worsen nine months after t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain After Removal of Ankle Fracture Plate: What to Expect?
Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Risks of Arthritis After Surgery
Distal radius comminuted fracture The injury occurred while playing basketball, resulting in a comminuted fracture of the distal radius. Surgical fixation with a plate has been performed. Given the severe damage to the joint surface at the time of injury, is it certain that arthr...
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Hello: Medical procedures are rarely described in absolutes. We can only say that there is a possibility of developing post-traumatic arthritis, but whether the risk is high or low depends on the severity of your injury at the time, the extent of rehabilitation after surgery, the...[Read More] Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Risks of Arthritis After Surgery
Unable to Bend Ring Finger After Fracture: Possible Causes and Solutions
Inability to bend the right ring finger after a fracture? Hello, Doctor You: I suffered a fracture in the second phalanx of my right ring finger due to a crush injury at work. I underwent surgery on April 17, 2019, to have a plate inserted. Since then, I have been undergoing reha...
Dr. You Dianqi reply Orthopedics
Hello: The phenomenon and explanations you mentioned are indeed possible causes from a theoretical perspective, including the mechanism of injury, surgical approach, the extent of tendon damage at the time, and whether there is postoperative adhesion, among others. These conditio...[Read More] Unable to Bend Ring Finger After Fracture: Possible Causes and Solutions
Concerns About Misalignment After Femur Fracture Surgery
Issues related to femoral fracture reduction? Hello doctor, after the femur was stabilized with a steel rod, it appears to be misaligned compared to the original bone. Will this be a problem? Below is the X-ray taken two and a half weeks post-surgery: https://1drv.ms/u/s!Ah0EJZCX...
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Hello: Your issue may require a comprehensive evaluation, including complete frontal and lateral photographs before and after surgery, a physical examination to check for any rotational problems, and an assessment of whether you are undergoing closed reduction or open reduction. ...[Read More] Concerns About Misalignment After Femur Fracture Surgery
Post-Surgery Leg Alignment: Concerns After Femur Fracture Repair
Femoral fracture Is there a problem if the femur is misaligned compared to the original bone after the insertion of a steel nail? Here is the X-ray taken two and a half weeks post-surgery: https://1drv.ms/u/s!Ah0EJZCX9RDJlS9JCp8pm1KVFvv9?e=Bh2J22
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Hello: Your issue may require a comprehensive evaluation, including complete frontal and lateral photographs before and after surgery, a physical examination to check for any rotational problems, and an assessment of whether you are undergoing closed reduction or open reduction. ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Leg Alignment: Concerns After Femur Fracture Repair
Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Distal radius fracture Hello, Doctor. I slipped and fell on May 28 of this year, resulting in a distal radius fracture in my left hand. I have been undergoing conservative treatment and only wearing a splint. I regularly consume tea, coffee, milk, and calcium supplements. I had f...
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Hello, the general guideline for when a physician allows you to remove the protective brace is when you can start engaging in some light range of motion exercises. Additionally, since you are undergoing conservative treatment, it is normal for the rehabilitation timeline to be sl...[Read More] Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights