Why Your Feet Tingle During Naps: Causes and Solutions
During napping, there can be a tingling sensation in the feet? Sleeping on your stomach for about 30 minutes can lead to a tingling sensation in your legs, commonly referred to as "paresthesia." This occurs due to pressure on the nerves or blood vessels, which can restr...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Your spine may be overused; prolonged sitting and standing are not good. Sleeping on your stomach for a nap can sometimes lead to compression of the lumbar nerves. It is recommended to rest in a supine position. If symptoms persist, it is advisable to visit a neurosurgery clinic ...[Read More] Why Your Feet Tingle During Naps: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Limb Pain: Causes and Solutions for Nerve Issues
Lower limb pain, numbness, and weakness? Hello Dr. Shao: I am 32 years old. Eight years ago, I started experiencing severe pain in the soles of my feet (both the forefoot and heel) and my ankles after standing for about 10 minutes. This pain radiates from the soles of my feet up ...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Ms. HUA, your issue is quite unusual. It may be related to spinal nerve problems. If both X-ray and MRI results are normal, it might be necessary to consult a neurologist or a surgical specialist. A detailed neurological examination is essential. Other objective tests, such as el...[Read More] Understanding Lower Limb Pain: Causes and Solutions for Nerve Issues
Understanding Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Insurance Approval and Treatment Options
Lumbar spondylolisthesis I understand you are busy, but I must ask again whether the application for lumbar spine fixation under the National Health Insurance has been approved. You can imagine my mixed feelings of hope and fear of being hurt; these days are quite difficult. You ...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
We apologize, but your application has not yet been approved. Your condition requires a thorough decompression surgery. Due to the need for another surgery, it is inevitable that spinal instability will occur (there is currently a slight dislocation). Therefore, in addition to de...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Insurance Approval and Treatment Options
Understanding Left Neck Pain and Swelling: Causes and Solutions
Swelling and pain near the cervical spine on the left side of the neck? Two days ago, I woke up with difficulty turning my neck. I thought it was due to sleeping in an awkward position, so I didn't pay much attention, assuming it would improve in a couple of days. However, t...
Dr. Xu Xianda Reply:
Hello, 1. Your neck pain may be caused by poor posture, leading to muscle soreness in the neck. Rest and medication should effectively alleviate the discomfort. 2. It is more challenging to determine the cause of the "swelling." I recommend that you visit a doctor i...[Read More] Understanding Left Neck Pain and Swelling: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation Surgery and Post-Operative Care
Cervical disc herniation, how is surgery performed? How to care for after surgery? Hello Dr. Shao: My father has a herniated disc in his cervical spine and is preparing for surgery soon. The doctor mentioned that the surgery will be performed through the mouth. How exactly is thi...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Cervical spondylosis originating from the mouth may be related to issues with the first and second cervical vertebrae. Surgery for high cervical spondylosis carries inherent risks and should be thoroughly explained by the attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation Surgery and Post-Operative Care
Understanding Ankylosing Spondylitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Ankylosing Spondylitis Could you please provide more details about the specific disease you are inquiring about? This will help me give you accurate information regarding its causes, treatment, and symptoms. Thank you.
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Ankylosing spondylitis is a hereditary, progressive disease that typically manifests in middle age. As the name suggests, the symptoms include stiffness of the spine and limited flexibility in bending. X-ray imaging reveals a bamboo-like appearance of the spine, and the vertebrae...[Read More] Understanding Ankylosing Spondylitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Understanding Herniated Discs: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
Herniated disc Due to a previous experience of excessive exercise-related injury to my lower back, I underwent an MRI at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei, where the doctor diagnosed me with a herniated disc. However, after resuming physical activities during the summer sess...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhu, You are a typical case of sciatic nerve pain that requires treatment. A CT scan or MRI can reveal the extent of nerve compression. If it is due to a herniated disc, surgery is the only way to completely resolve the issue. Currently, microsurgery or endoscopic sur...[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
When to Consider Surgery for Herniated Discs and Sciatica Pain
Herniated disc Last Sunday (July 29), I woke up in the middle of the night with severe sciatic pain radiating down to my leg, making it difficult to walk, sit, or lie down. That day, I went to the emergency room at National Taiwan University Hospital, but they only administered p...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhu, You are a typical case of sciatic nerve pain that requires treatment. A computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can reveal the extent of nerve compression. If it is due to a herniated disc, surgery is the only definitive solution. Curren...[Read More] When to Consider Surgery for Herniated Discs and Sciatica Pain
Advanced Treatment Options for Intradural Vascular Malformations in the Cervical Spine
Cervical intravertebral hemangioma I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen, regarding the case you inquired about, our hospital does not have this information, and therefore we are unable to respond to your question. Could you please provide more detailed information so that we can address your concerns?[Read More] Advanced Treatment Options for Intradural Vascular Malformations in the Cervical Spine
Effective Exercises for Recovery from Herniated Discs: A Guide
Disc herniation In late December 2000, I experienced severe back pain that rendered me immobile, akin to being in a vegetative state, lying in bed unable to move. Any movement would cause excruciating pain in my lower back, making me feel worse than death. After spending four day...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello FANG, there are several common causes of lower back pain in young people. One is a sprain that leads to tendon inflammation, and another is a herniated disc. A herniated disc can compress the nerve roots, resulting in back pain and sciatica. Different locations of the herni...[Read More] Effective Exercises for Recovery from Herniated Discs: A Guide
Understanding Neck Stiffness and Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Neck pain? The stiffness in your neck (despite normal blood pressure) could be due to several reasons, such as muscle strain, poor posture, or cervical spondylosis. The sounds you hear when turning your neck may be related to joint movement or the presence of gas bubbles in the s...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Ms. Hsin experiences stiffness in her neck due to excessive pressure on the cervical spine, which may be a result of prolonged computer use or using a pillow that is too high. This can lead to neck tightness and a sensation of heaviness in the shoulders. Subsequently, she may exp...[Read More] Understanding Neck Stiffness and Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Spine Pain: Causes and Connections to Kidney Health
Low back pain Hello Dr. Ding, Recently, I have been experiencing sharp pain and numbness in my lower back. I cannot sit for long periods, stand for too long, or walk too much. The pain is located near my spine, and I am unsure if there is an issue with my vertebrae. I appreciat...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Lower back pain is usually caused by improper posture, and it can be alleviated by adjusting your posture and taking pain relief medication. Please lie flat with your knees bent, and avoid bending at the waist when picking things up. When getting up, getting out of bed, or lying ...[Read More] Understanding Spine Pain: Causes and Connections to Kidney Health
Managing Complications After Lumbar Spine Fracture Surgery
Lumbar vertebral compression fracture? Dear Dr. Ding: In May 1999, I accidentally fell and sustained a comminuted fracture of the lumbar vertebrae. Since the surgery, I have experienced five episodes of infection, resulting in five surgeries. Now, I am facing another recurrence, ...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
After an injury, the body's defense mechanisms against external infections (i.e., immunity) are compromised. Therefore, the risk of infection during emergency surgery following an injury is higher than that of routine surgeries, with some procedures having infection rates ex...[Read More] Managing Complications After Lumbar Spine Fracture Surgery