Understanding Whole Body Bone Pain: Causes and Concerns
Generalized bone pain? Hello Doctor: For the past few months, I have often felt discomfort in my bones. I can't quite describe it as pain or pressure. The uncomfortable areas include the bones above my palms, finger bones, elbow bones, toe bones, as well as the bones in my c...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The most likely cause of widespread bone pain is overuse or improper usage. First, assess whether you have any of these conditions before seeking medical attention. It is essential for a physician to evaluate your situation in order to determine the appropriate course of action.[Read More] Understanding Whole Body Bone Pain: Causes and Concerns
Relieving Pain from Scoliosis: Tips for Comfort and Mobility
Scoliosis I previously fell and injured my spine. Now, whenever I sit or stand for a long time, my spine feels very sore and uncomfortable. Even when I lie down to sleep, I experience soreness. I have to turn from side to side and move around to relieve the discomfort, which some...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, prolonged standing or sitting can be quite taxing on the spine. If posture is not properly maintained, it can often lead to lower back pain. Lying flat is usually the most relaxed position for the spine; however, discomfort experienced while lying down ...[Read More] Relieving Pain from Scoliosis: Tips for Comfort and Mobility
Understanding Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Scoliosis Hello doctor, my physical examination report from my vocational school indicated that I have scoliosis, but since I didn't know the angle, I have been undergoing posture correction (due to poor sitting habits) without visiting a hospital for two years. However, the...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You are already 26 years old, and if you have scoliosis, it is unlikely to worsen significantly. Typically, scoliosis tends to progress during puberty when growth spurts occur. After reaching adulthood, the curvature rarely increases. Treatment is generally required only for scol...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Joint Discomfort
Joint pain and lower back pain? Hello Doctor: For the past month, I have been experiencing an unexplained pain in my right knee. It’s not too bad when I walk, but I feel pain when I squat down to a certain angle, and I experience the same discomfort when going up stairs. It’s not...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, internet user: Lower back pain and knee pain are quite common issues. Poor posture, overexertion, or sports injuries can all contribute to these discomforts. Based on your description, tendonitis, meniscus injury, or other causes may be possible. If the pain is severe, it ...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Joint Discomfort
Understanding Lower Back and Pelvic Pain: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the lower back and near the pelvis? On December 9, 2016, I went to a major hospital for an orthopedic examination of my scoliosis. An X-ray showed a 10-degree curvature. The doctor advised me to maintain proper posture, avoid carrying heavy loads, and exercise more. I hav...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A 10-degree scoliosis is considered very mild. For mild back pain, rest, medication, and heat therapy are usually sufficient. Once the pain subsides, engaging in exercises to strengthen the back muscles can help prevent future discomfort. There is no need for continuous X-ray ima...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back and Pelvic Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Upper Back Pain During Hiccups: Causes and Solutions
Hiccups and pain in the upper left back? Hello Dr. Shi, I would like to ask about a problem I've been experiencing for the past month. I've been having pain near the left side of my back close to the spine when I hiccup, and it seems to be more pronounced during the hic...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may involve fascia, so you could consider seeing an orthopedic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Left Upper Back Pain During Hiccups: Causes and Solutions
Unexplained Lower Back and Leg Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Unexplained lower back pain and leg pain? The initial symptom was pain in the left lower back, which later extended to the thigh, and now the pain has radiated down to the calf. When sitting and then standing up, there is pain from the left lower back to the calf, which disappear...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Based on your description, it is possible that you are experiencing sciatica. It would be advisable to consult an orthopedic specialist.[Read More] Unexplained Lower Back and Leg Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Severe lower back pain? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing severe lower back pain for five years. In the past two years, any walking or prolonged standing causes significant discomfort. Even simple tasks like washing dishes or mopping the floor become extremely painful. At it...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
First, it is important to determine if there are any issues with the lumbar vertebrae. Next, we need to check if there is any nerve compression. If neither of these is the case, we should consider whether it is a problem with the muscles or fascia. The sitting and standing postur...[Read More] Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Chronic Spine Pain: When Is Surgery the Right Option?
Chronic spinal pain? I apologize for the inconvenience. I have been experiencing long-term spinal pain and have visited five different hospitals without satisfactory results or improvement. Recently, I went to China Medical University to see an orthopedic specialist, who informed...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The diagnosis of intervertebral disc damage is not based on a single factor; it is essential to determine whether an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) has been performed. Back pain can be related to various factors, and the decision to undergo surgery requires both imaging studies...[Read More] Chronic Spine Pain: When Is Surgery the Right Option?
Understanding Lower Back and Hip Pain: Causes and Relief Strategies
Lower back and hip pain? Hello Doctor, I am experiencing soreness and pain in my left hip and lower back. Currently, I can only sleep on my side (the right side). If I lie flat, my hip becomes very sore, radiating down to my calf, which also feels painful. Lying on my stomach als...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It could be sciatica, which is caused by a herniated disc or bone spurs in the spine that compress the sciatic nerve, resulting in pain. The symptoms can radiate from the back down to the buttocks, the back of the thigh, and into the calf and foot. Sometimes, there may be a sensa...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back and Hip Pain: Causes and Relief Strategies
Managing Lumbar Spine Pain: Tips for Relief and Prevention
Lumbar spine issues? I have recently noticed some discomfort in my lumbar spine while sitting, accompanied by pain when I press on it with my fingers. The pain is less noticeable when I stand straight, but it becomes quite pronounced when I bend forward. I often sit for long peri...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, everyone: Lower back pain is a common issue that many people encounter. Statistics show that 90% of individuals will experience this discomfort at some point in their lives, primarily due to inflammation and pain in the muscles, tendons, or ligaments, which are soft tissue...[Read More] Managing Lumbar Spine Pain: Tips for Relief and Prevention
Can Pull-Up Bars Help Relieve Back Pain? A Doctor's Insight
Regarding pull-ups? Hello, Doctor: Recently, I visited a clinic for X-rays due to long-term lower back pain. The doctor mentioned that there is a segment of my intervertebral disc that is compressed. After reviewing the X-ray images, I noticed that there is indeed a shorter space...
Dr. Cai Shanglin Reply:
Hello: In addition to being mindful of your posture, you can also strengthen your abdominal and back muscles (core muscles) as well as your thigh muscles to reduce spinal pressure. Relying solely on external forces cannot widen the narrowed areas (the same goes for rehabilitation...[Read More] Can Pull-Up Bars Help Relieve Back Pain? A Doctor's Insight
How to Reduce Height: Seeking Solutions for Back Pain and Bone Issues
Methods to Become Shorter When I graduated from college, I was 168 cm tall, but at the age of 24, I measured 170 cm. The only connection I can think of is that I underwent chiropractic treatment twice during that period. I don't particularly like being taller, so I would lik...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
A height of 170 centimeters is a dream for many girls. Enjoy your height of 170 centimeters and be aware of any perceived leg length discrepancies. It is advisable to visit an orthopedic clinic to measure the length of both legs, and if necessary, to get an X-ray. If you experien...[Read More] How to Reduce Height: Seeking Solutions for Back Pain and Bone Issues
Knee and Back Pain: Understanding Post-Injury Symptoms and Triggers
Knee and lower back? Three years ago, I was hit from behind while running, which resulted in a scrape on my knee. The wound healed in about a month or two, but I started experiencing pain on one side of my knee. When I touched my knee, I noticed it was swollen, but it would resol...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to follow up at the orthopedic outpatient clinic. Only after an examination can we gain a clearer understanding.[Read More] Knee and Back Pain: Understanding Post-Injury Symptoms and Triggers
Understanding Chronic Pain in Children: Causes and Solutions
The child has previously sprained their ankle, and since then, they have been experiencing intermittent pain in the ankle as well as pain in the lower back? My boyfriend's daughter, who is in the fifth grade, previously twisted her ankle and only received a few sessions of t...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Testing for diabetes and ankylosing spondylitis requires only X-rays and blood tests, both of which are covered by health insurance. It is recommended to take your child to an orthopedic outpatient clinic for a detailed examination to avoid delaying the diagnosis. Thank you for y...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Pain in Children: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Scoliosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Scoliosis Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing symptoms of lower back pain after walking for a long time, characterized by sudden sharp pain that usually resolves quickly, so I didn't seek medical attention. In late May of this year, while practicing volleyball, my back p...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, in adolescents with scoliosis, unless the curvature is significant, it is generally observed until the end of puberty and does not affect daily life. Currently, students who spend long hours in front of computers or desks are prone to issues such as lower back tendonitis, ...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding the Connection Between Back Injuries and Knee Pain in Teens
"I had a back injury in the first year of junior high, but now I often experience knee pain." Hello, Doctor. My question is: I remember that since before the first year of junior high, my legs would feel sore just from the wind blowing on them, but now this situation ha...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the symptoms you described may be related to a common condition in young individuals known as patellar valgus. You can visit an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray and a physical examination for diagnosis. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Back Injuries and Knee Pain in Teens
Severe Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Orthopedic Care?
Severe pain in the lower back? To: Dr. Hong In the past week or two, my mother has been experiencing severe pain in her lower back, particularly just above the buttocks, when she squats down or tries to stand up. She has to rise slowly in two or three stages (similar to a half-s...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Lower back pain is mostly caused by poor posture, which places excessive stress on the lumbar region, leading to pain. This can affect the intervertebral discs, causing herniation and nerve compression that results in symptoms. It is advisable to consult an orthopedic specialist ...[Read More] Severe Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Orthopedic Care?
Understanding Coccydynia: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
Coccygeal soft tissue ligament strain Hello, I used to have lower back pain due to my previous job, which often prevents me from sleeping. A diagnosis abroad indicated a soft tissue ligament strain in the coccyx. Should I see an orthopedic specialist when I return to Taiwan? Than...
Dr. Cai Shanglin Reply:
You can consult either an orthopedic specialist or a rehabilitation physician, as each doctor may have a different diagnosis. If it is a ligament sprain, anti-inflammatory medications can be used in conjunction with rehabilitation therapy.[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
Understanding Discomfort in the Spine: Causes and Solutions
There is discomfort when bending the spine? Due to work-related reasons, I had to sit for long periods from March to May this year, totaling three months. Towards the end of this period, I noticed that my left rib was noticeably protruding, and I had a persistent discomfort at th...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Back pain is one of the most common ailments, often related to lifestyle or posture. Prolonged sitting, standing for too long, improper lifting, or twisting the waist can all lead to pain. If X-ray examinations show no issues, it is advisable to consult a rehabilitation physician...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in the Spine: Causes and Solutions