Rehabilitation Tips for Loose Ligaments in Baseball Players
Laxity of ligaments Hello doctor, I am a baseball player, primarily playing as a pitcher and infielder. Recently, during a game, I experienced discomfort in my arm and consulted the athletic trainer. I described my symptoms as follows: when my right arm hangs naturally, it rotate...
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In response to your question: Based on your symptom description, it is unlikely to be ligament laxity; it may be a condition affecting the rotator cuff tendons in your shoulder, which is a common issue among baseball pitchers. I recommend that you visit a nearby hospital's r...[Read More] Rehabilitation Tips for Loose Ligaments in Baseball Players
Chronic Hand Pain: Effective Rehabilitation Strategies and Tips
The hand has been painful for a long time. It hurts when force is applied? Hello Doctor: I am Xiaoyu. My mother has been experiencing hand pain for a long time and has visited many clinics. The doctors have advised her to apply heat daily, use topical medications, and sometimes u...
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In response to your question: Based on the symptoms described for your mother, it is possible that there is an issue with her fingers or wrists. Since she has not seen improvement after treatment at multiple clinics, there may be underlying joint or even immune system problems. I...[Read More] Chronic Hand Pain: Effective Rehabilitation Strategies and Tips
Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options for Athletes
The area of the left foot from the middle toe to the little toe is experiencing numbness? Doctor, I play basketball, and after some exercise, I notice that the area on the left foot from the middle toe to the little toe starts to feel numb. It improves after I take off my shoes a...
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Interdigital neuroma, also known as Morton’s neuroma, is a condition that affects the nerves between the toes, typically between the third and fourth toes. It is characterized by pain, tingling, or a burning sensation in the ball of the foot, which can be exacerbated by wearing t...[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options for Athletes
Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options
Finger numbness? I often experience shoulder pain, especially waking up at night due to the pain, along with numbness in my fingers. How should I treat this?
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In response to your inquiry: Based on your symptom description, it is possible that the numbness in your fingers is due to cervical nerve root compression or peripheral nerve compression. The shoulder pain may be related to the cervical spine or could be caused by shoulder tendon...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Pain in the Lower Abdomen: Causes and Next Steps
"There is pain in the muscle area from below the navel to the pubic region." Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing occasional pain in the area "below the navel to the pubic region" for some time now. I can feel it when I apply light pressure while standing. I...
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In response to your question: Based on your symptom description, it seems that you do not experience pain in the lower abdomen under normal circumstances, but the pain arises after specific movements. This could indicate chronic inflammation of the muscles or fascia near the deep...[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Lower Abdomen: Causes and Next Steps
Post-Car Accident Wrist Pain: Understanding Recovery and Rehabilitation
Wrist pain due to a car accident? I had a car accident recently and underwent an X-ray. The doctor said there were no fractures; however, now, nearly a month later, I still have weakness in my hand, and it hurts even when I write.
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If you are unable to exert strength in your hand, it is possible that there is nerve damage near the wrist (such as median or ulnar nerve injury) even in the absence of a fracture, or pain due to tendon or ligament damage may be causing difficulty in exertion. It is recommended t...[Read More] Post-Car Accident Wrist Pain: Understanding Recovery and Rehabilitation
Understanding and Managing Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Pain? Doctor: Hello. I've been experiencing severe pain in my left hip that has become unbearable. The difference in my ability to bend forward has changed significantly, and every time I do stretching exercises, the pain is intolerable. My flexibility has decreased a lot. I...
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The first issue you described may be due to a herniated disc in the lumbar region, which can lead to nerve compression, resulting in discomfort in the left buttock, particularly painful when bending or sitting. It is recommended that you apply heat therapy regularly, avoid excess...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Knee Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Young Adults
Knee pain Hello, doctor: Since elementary and middle school, I have been experiencing unexplained knee soreness. As I get older, this situation has become more frequent. However, I don't recall any injuries, and it's not due to walking or exercising that causes leg sore...
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In response to your question: Based on your symptom description, it is possible that you have patellofemoral pain syndrome, which often causes discomfort in the knee when bending, especially when going down stairs. Typically, gout rarely presents initially in the knee. I recommen...[Read More] Understanding Knee Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Young Adults
Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Why Sleep Over 4 Hours Hurts
Sleeping for more than four hours causes discomfort in the lower back? Hello, Vice Dean Zheng: My husband has been experiencing severe back pain since early November last year. Whenever he sleeps for more than four hours, he wakes up with intense pain, as if a nerve is being comp...
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In response to your question: Since your symptom description is quite rare, generally speaking, if the pain occurs only when lying flat or at night, it is important to pay special attention to the possibility of an autoimmune disease or other less common conditions. I recommend t...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Why Sleep Over 4 Hours Hurts
Understanding Congenital Ligament Laxity: Causes and Rehabilitation Tips
What is congenital ligament laxity? Hello, Vice Dean Zheng: I would like to ask what congenital ligament laxity can cause in terms of size differences between the thighs and calves. Over the past year or two, there has been nearly a two-inch difference. When I get out of bed, i...
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To respond to your question: Congenital ligament laxity is a condition caused by genetic factors, characterized by increased joint mobility throughout the body compared to the general population, which can lead to symptoms such as muscle pain. Generally, it does not cause issues ...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Ligament Laxity: Causes and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Herniated Discs: Causes, Connections, and Insurance Challenges
excuse me? Hello, doctor. I was hospitalized recently due to a herniated disc caused by moving a flower pot, and I would like to file an insurance claim. However, I am facing difficulties because my previous medical history mentions degenerative joint disease of the spine. I have...
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In response to your question: The causes of lumbar disc herniation in younger individuals are mostly due to external forces or poor posture. In middle-aged and older adults, it may be due to spinal degeneration leading to loss of disc elasticity, which can result in disc herniati...[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Causes, Connections, and Insurance Challenges
Understanding Nighttime Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
The shoulder joints only started to hurt before sleeping, but they do not hurt at all during the day? Dear Vice Dean Zheng, My mother-in-law (75 years old) has been experiencing persistent shoulder joint pain for the past few months. Interestingly, the pain only starts at night ...
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In response to your inquiry: Based on your symptom description, it may be rotator cuff tendinitis or shoulder joint pathology causing her discomfort. It is recommended to apply heat therapy regularly, for twenty minutes in the morning and evening. If there is no improvement, a th...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Neck and shoulder swelling and pain? Hello: The stress from studying and daily life has caused my shoulders and neck to be very stiff. Recently, over the past month, I developed a small lump near my right shoulder close to the clavicle, which is painful when pressed and also hurt...
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In response to your inquiry: Based on your symptom description, if there is a noticeable lump, it is essential to have it examined immediately to rule out lymphadenopathy or other tumor possibilities. Additionally, the stiffness and pain in your shoulders and neck may be indicati...[Read More] Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Foot Vibration and Numbness: A Rehabilitation Perspective
Numbness in the soles of the feet? The soles of my feet feel like they are vibrating like a phone, and there's also a tingling sensation.
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In response to your question: The persistent numbness in one foot may be due to localized nerve compression in the lower extremity or issues with the lumbar nerve roots. If it is bilateral, other neurological conditions should be considered. It is advisable to seek medical attent...[Read More] Understanding Foot Vibration and Numbness: A Rehabilitation Perspective
Understanding Gout: How Irregular Sleep Affects Your Condition
The last time? I would like to learn more about my mild gout. Recently, my sleep schedule has been irregular. Could this be affecting my condition? Thank you, doctor.
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In general, gout commonly affects the toe joints or other joints in the limbs, and it is very rare for it to occur in peripheral areas such as the armpits.[Read More] Understanding Gout: How Irregular Sleep Affects Your Condition
Understanding Intermittent Pain Under the Armpit: When to See a Rehab Specialist
excuse me? I would like to ask about experiencing pain in the left or right armpit extending to the ribcage for a duration of about ten minutes, followed by a sensation of numbness, after which the pain subsides. Recently, I have been experiencing this again, and while it used to...
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In response to your question: Based on your description of symptoms, pain from the left or right armpit to the rib cage is a relatively uncommon condition clinically. It may be related to intercostal muscle or intercostal nerve issues, or other rarer diseases. It is advisable for...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Pain Under the Armpit: When to See a Rehab Specialist
Can I Lift Weights with a Sprained Ankle? Expert Rehab Advice
Foot Hello Dr. Zheng, I have a sprained ankle from playing basketball, and there is some bruising. The doctor has determined that the ligaments are injured, but the bones are fine. I have been undergoing rehabilitation treatment. Initially, I needed crutches to walk, but now my a...
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In response to your question: If the ankle sprain involves mild ligament damage, it typically takes about two weeks for gradual healing. However, if there is a more severe ligament tear, the recovery time will be longer. Based on your description, it seems your ankle injury is mi...[Read More] Can I Lift Weights with a Sprained Ankle? Expert Rehab Advice
Rehabilitation Tips for Left Arm Fracture Recovery After Accident
Left arm fracture? Hello Dr. Zheng, 1. In July of this year, I was involved in a car accident and fractured my left arm. When I stand, I can only raise my left arm to about 120 degrees. The doctor advised me to use the wall to assist with upward movement, but my left arm has not...
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In response to your question: Based on your symptom description, it appears that you have a fracture near the left humeral shoulder joint. Generally, post-surgery, you will need to undergo progressive rehabilitation therapy to improve joint stiffness. It is advisable to discuss y...[Read More] Rehabilitation Tips for Left Arm Fracture Recovery After Accident
Understanding Muscle Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tendonitis Why do I often experience inflammation and pain in my muscles, fixed in 2 to 3 areas, occurring approximately once every one to two months? My uric acid level is around 8.0. Hello, could you please explain the reasons for this? How can it be treated?
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In response to your question: If the symptoms are recurrent and persistent, it may be due to improper posture or cumulative injuries from overexertion. Generally, pain caused by high uric acid levels primarily occurs in the joints, especially in the big toe. Therefore, your sympt...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Elbow Syndrome: Treatment, Prevention, and Recovery
Elbow syndrome I am experiencing numbness in my left ring finger and little finger, followed by pain, along with pain in my wrist, elbow, and shoulder. After seeing a doctor, I was diagnosed with cubital tunnel syndrome. What are the treatment options, how can I prevent it from w...
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In response to your question: Based on your symptom description, it is possible that the ulnar nerve is being compressed at the elbow. It is recommended to start with medication combined with rehabilitative laser therapy, along with the use of a 30-degree splint for immobilizatio...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Syndrome: Treatment, Prevention, and Recovery