Effective Tips to Relieve Shoulder Pain for Office Workers
Shoulder pain? Due to my work as a secretary, I frequently use a computer, and over time I have noticed that my right shoulder often experiences significant pain. What can I do to improve this condition?
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
ANSWER: Since your symptoms are likely related to your posture (due to work requirements), please be mindful not to maintain a fixed position for too long. Take breaks to stand up and move around after working for a while, and relax your tense muscles and mind (through massage or...[Read More] Effective Tips to Relieve Shoulder Pain for Office Workers
Understanding Upper Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Upper back pain behind the waist? A few months ago, I suddenly experienced sharp pain in my lower back and upper back at night. The pain did not alleviate whether I was sitting, standing, or lying down, and it became unbearable. I went to the emergency room, where I underwent a u...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
To-Lily: There are many causes of upper back pain. It could be related to the spine, muscles, or nerves. It is recommended to schedule an appointment with a neurologist or orthopedic specialist for a physical examination and further management.[Read More] Understanding Upper Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Muscle Weakness and Pain After Prolonged Sitting
Muscle soreness I recently discovered that after sitting for about 1-2 hours, my legs become too weak to stand up, and they feel sore and fatigued, similar to how my muscles feel after running a long distance. Sometimes, when I wake up at night, I also notice that my arms and leg...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
To: Frog Mirror: Based on the description, it may be a muscle or neuromuscular issue. It is recommended to consult a neurologist for a physical examination and blood tests. Dr. Yeh Po-Shou, Neurology Department, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Muscle Weakness and Pain After Prolonged Sitting
Understanding Intermittent Left Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions
Left shoulder bone pain? Intermittent pain in the left shoulder, described as a feeling of being grabbed during episodes of pain.
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
You did not specify the characteristics of the pain, such as the nature of the pain, whether it is in the bones, muscles, or elsewhere, what situations exacerbate or alleviate the pain, how long it has been present, and whether it affects limb movement. Therefore, it is difficult...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Left Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Kreutzfeldt-Jakob Disease: Symptoms and Insights
Neurology Krebs disease, also known as Kearns-Sayre syndrome (KSS), is a rare genetic disorder that affects the mitochondria, the energy-producing structures within cells. It is characterized by a combination of symptoms, including progressive external ophthalmoplegia (weakness o...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
The original term for "克雷斯症" is "Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease." It is not "托雷氏症," which refers to "Tourette syndrome." If you need further information, please let me know. Thank you! Dr. Yeh Po-Shou, Neurology Department.[Read More] Understanding Kreutzfeldt-Jakob Disease: Symptoms and Insights