Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Persistent Foot Numbness and Back Pain
Persistent leg numbness and occasional lower back pain after disc rupture surgery? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask on behalf of my husband: He underwent minimally invasive surgery for a herniated disc. Before the surgery, he experienced significant pain and numbness, but afte...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Postoperative pain has improved relatively quickly, but the numbness is indeed more difficult to recover from. If you are not satisfied with the answers from your original physician, and while postoperative pain has improved, you still feel residual symptoms of numbness, w...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Persistent Foot Numbness and Back Pain
Understanding Post-Surgery Foot Numbness: Nerve or Vascular Issues?
Craniopharyngioma I recently had surgery and have been discharged from the hospital. I've noticed that the soles of my feet feel numb quite frequently, which has been happening for a long time and is affecting my sleep. Could this be a neurological issue or a vascular proble...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is possible.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Foot Numbness: Nerve or Vascular Issues?
Post-Surgery Nerve Issues: Understanding Toe Mobility After Sacral Fracture
One month ago, there was a major car accident, and surgery was performed on the sacrum. The toes of the left foot are noticeably less responsive? In early April, I was involved in a severe car accident that resulted in a fracture of my sacrum, nearly leaving me paralyzed. I under...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Your description cannot be directly answered. You should first consult the original surgeon. Alternatively, bring your pre-operative and post-operative X-rays, MRIs, and other examination data to consult with another spine specialist. Wishing you the best.[Read More] Post-Surgery Nerve Issues: Understanding Toe Mobility After Sacral Fracture
Unexplained Right Leg Numbness in a 70-Year-Old: Seeking Answers
My father is 70 years old and experiences numbness in his right foot, but various tests have not revealed any underlying cause? Dear Doctor, My father is 70 years old and has been experiencing gradual numbness in his right foot for about two years (the left foot has not shown an...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to further evaluate whether it is a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) or a condition affecting the upper cervical and thoracic spinal cord nerves. Consider if there is room for further treatment. Best wishes. // Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Department of Neurosu...[Read More] Unexplained Right Leg Numbness in a 70-Year-Old: Seeking Answers
Understanding Disc Herniation: Addressing Weakness and Numbness in Legs
I would like to inquire about issues related to herniated discs and leg weakness? A few years ago, I experienced back numbness and went to a large hospital where I was diagnosed with a herniated disc. The doctor advised me to be cautious during daily activities and to undergo reh...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, you may be experiencing issues related to lumbar spine and sciatica, but it could also be other problems. It is advisable to seek a personal evaluation from a neurosurgeon. Wishing you a speedy recovery. // Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Director of Spine Neurosurgery, Changhua Hospit...[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation: Addressing Weakness and Numbness in Legs
Managing Disc Herniation: Tips for Students with Back Pain
Prolonged sitting for 90 minutes and resting in a prone position on the desk? Hello Doctor: A young female patient experienced prolonged lower back pain in mid-2014 and sought treatment from the rehabilitation department. Following the doctor's advice, she underwent rehabili...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended that you consult a rehabilitation physician for better answers to your questions![Read More] Managing Disc Herniation: Tips for Students with Back Pain
Unexplained Foot Numbness: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Numbness in the feet with no identifiable cause? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing numbness in the soles of my feet for almost two months now, with a tingling sensation that occurs intermittently, especially when sitting. After standing or walking for a long time, my heels h...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Hello: It sounds like your symptoms are not indicative of spinal nerve compression. Since you also have heel pain, it could possibly be a combination of plantar fasciitis and peripheral neuropathy. I recommend that you consult a neurologist for a nerve conduction study.[Read More] Unexplained Foot Numbness: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Hand and Foot Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands and feet, affecting daily life? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. My father was diagnosed with colon cancer in February 2013 and underwent surgery followed by chemotherapy. After the chemotherapy, he experienced peripheral neuropathy as a si...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
It is recommended that you visit the outpatient clinic for a detailed examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Hand and Foot Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the legs? Hello, since the year before last, my feet have frequently experienced numbness during the winter. I initially thought it was due to frostbite, so I didn't think much of it. However, last winter (around November to March-April of this year), my feet sta...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: I would like to schedule an appointment with the cardiology department. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Persistent Numbness in the Feet: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the soles of the feet? Dr. Hsiao: I returned home yesterday and noticed that the soles of my feet were numb, and this sensation has persisted into the next day without any pain. It just feels tingly, but I can still move my toes. I'm not sure what this condition ...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
Based solely on your description, it seems difficult to make a diagnosis. There could be various possibilities ranging from neuropathy caused by diabetes to issues with the spinal nerve roots, and even circulatory problems or brain-related issues cannot be ruled out. Of course, s...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Numbness in the Feet: Causes and Concerns