Spine, Neurosurgery FAQ - Page 18

Brachial plexus reconstruction surgery Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. I had a car accident on September 28, where I skidded in the rain and crashed into a utility pole, resulting in multiple fractures. I am currently recovering, but I am particularly concerned abo...

4.5 cm long bone spur At the age of 18, I had surgery for a bone spur at the L4-L5 level. Recently, I experienced discomfort and went for an examination, which revealed that another bone spur has developed at the same level. The doctor mentioned that I need to have an artificial ...

If physical therapy and manual therapy do not improve a herniated disc, is surgery necessary? Hello, Doctor: I usually exercise very little, but from January to the end of February 2014, I underwent intensive training in running. Suddenly, in early March 2014, I experienced sever...

After spinal disc surgery, if you are still experiencing pain and are unsure which hospital can help address this pain, it is advisable to consult with a pain management specialist or a neurosurgeon. They can provide a comprehensive evaluation and recommend appropriate treatment ...

Postoperative care after minimally invasive spine surgery? My family member underwent minimally invasive spine surgery at the end of September and has been experiencing difficulty applying pressure to the legs, along with feelings of soreness and numbness. The pain is intermitten...

More than two months after cervical spine bone spur surgery, there is soreness and numbness on the left side? Hello, Doctor! My mother (nearly sixty years old) underwent surgery on her cervical spine (C4-C5) due to bone spurs at the end of September and early October. Although sh...

Pressing in the middle of the chest causes pain? Hello Dr. Ding: I have seen several doctors but none have been able to identify the cause of my symptoms. I would like to ask you some questions, as I am unsure which specialty I should consult. Thank you! In mid-September, I sud...

My mother had a car accident and is experiencing a brain hemorrhage. I would like to seek advice. Thank you? Hello, my mother is 54 years old. On the night of October 26, she was hit by a motorcycle while walking, resulting in swelling on the right side of her brain and a comminu...

Old spinal injury When I was in middle school, I accidentally slipped down the stairs and seemed to have injured my spine. Initially, I felt pressure when I ran and couldn't take deep breaths, but this situation improved after a month or two, so I didn't pay much attent...

Back problems Hello, doctor! Recently, when I lie flat while sleeping, I often feel that my hips are uneven, with the left side higher than the right. I also consistently feel a pressure sensation on the left side of my spine (in the lower part of my back). Recently, I have exper...

Back pain Hello, doctor. I previously had scoliosis but did not pay much attention to it as there were no special issues. However, two weeks ago, on Saturday, after playing basketball, I started experiencing severe pain in the lower part of my spine the day after, which has conti...

Back pain Hello Dr. Ding, I previously had scoliosis but did not pay much attention to it as there were no special circumstances. However, two weeks ago on Saturday, after playing basketball, I started experiencing severe pain in the lower part of my spine the following day, whic...

Lower back pain issues? Hello Dr. Lai: I am experiencing significant pain on the right side of my lower back and in the middle, as well as pain in my left hip. This is especially severe in the morning when I wake up; I find it difficult to get out of bed and have to rise slowly. ...

Is it appropriate to perform a bone cement procedure? My grandmother is 72 years old. When she was younger, she underwent three surgeries on her lumbar spine and has metal screws for stabilization. Last year, around September to October, she fell in her bedroom. An X-ray at that ...

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery for the Elderly My father is 91 years old and has been suffering from lower back pain for many years. Recently, he has been unable to walk and can only take a few steps before needing to rest against a wall. Is he a suitable candidate for minimall...

Is it really a herniated disc? Doctor, I would like to ask you about something. In April, when I woke up, I sneezed and ended up with such severe lower back pain that I couldn't stand up straight. At the beginning of May, I went to the hospital to see an orthopedic specialis...

Lumbar intervertebral disc Last year, I underwent surgery for an L4/L5 herniated disc and had a soft screw implanted. After the surgery, I felt my body leaning to the right, and my right leg became weak and fatigued. The longer I walked, the more uncomfortable I felt (even sittin...

Cerebral hemorrhage Hello, doctor. I was involved in a serious car accident where I sustained a head injury and experienced a brain hemorrhage (left-sided subarachnoid hemorrhage). About ten days after the accident, I began to show symptoms of a concussion, including vomiting, se...

Concussion? Whiplash? Hello Dr. Ding, last week on the evening of July 24th, I was rear-ended by another vehicle traveling at 60 km/h while my car was stationary. I did not sustain any external injuries to my head (I don't think I hit the steering wheel), but at that moment,...

Loss of cervical lordosis? Hello, doctor. I previously experienced numbness in my hands and feet, so I consulted an orthopedic doctor who said it was due to a straightening of the cervical spine. I underwent some rehabilitation exercises, and the numbness in my limbs has improved...