Understanding Elbow Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Elbow issues Hello doctor, my elbow feels like it is stuck on the back side, and this has been going on for about 4.5 years. I can clearly feel that I cannot fully extend it. I have seen a rehabilitation specialist in the past, and treatments like heat therapy and electrical stim...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, if your elbow injury has persisted for 4-5 years and you feel it is catching, it could be due to joint capsule contracture or cartilage damage. I recommend that you see an orthopedic specialist in sports medicine. A computed tomography (CT) scan may be necessary, and if ne...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Managing Long-Term Pain from Lumbar Cartilage Injury After a Fall
Lumbar cartilage I previously fell while trying to catch a basketball hoop and hit my lower back. An X-ray showed no issues, but the doctor said it might be a cartilage contusion. It's been nine months, and the area still hurts when I run or sit on the ground. What should I ...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, typically such bruises tend to improve within one to two weeks. Given the situation you described, it may be associated with tendonitis. Please visit the outpatient clinic for further examination. Thank you.[Read More] Managing Long-Term Pain from Lumbar Cartilage Injury After a Fall
Post-Surgery Recovery: Managing Right Knee Swelling and Rehabilitation
Right knee swelling surgery (rehabilitation issues) Hello, Doctor. When I was about 13 years old, I had an accident while riding a bicycle, which caused bruising or swelling in my right knee; the bone was not injured (I'm not sure, as I was treated at Linkou Chang Gung Memor...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling after knee surgery typically lasts for about six weeks. Rehabilitation involves gradually bending the knee, which can be assisted with heat therapy. The muscles of the thigh and calf can be stretched while sitting, and then slowly bent back. This should be done three tim...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Managing Right Knee Swelling and Rehabilitation
Understanding Chronic Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Lower back pain when bending over..? Hello, Vice Dean Li. I would like to ask you about a situation. Three years ago, I injured my lower back while lifting heavy objects. After treatment, I improved, but a few months ago, I started experiencing lower back pain when bending over, ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, the lower back pain could be due to a herniated disc, while the pain in the left foot's sole is likely plantar fasciitis. A herniated disc typically requires an MRI for diagnosis. I recommend that you schedule an appointment with a rehabilitati...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Shoulder Arthroscopy: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Shoulder arthroscopy issues? Due to ligament laxity, the preoperative explanation for the endoscopic surgery indicated that a backpack-like brace should be used for stabilization on the side. However, I have been using a regular arm sling hanging in front of my chest during the s...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Using a standard arm sling provides less stabilization than a brace; however, since you have been using the sling for six weeks, there is no need for a brace at this point. Postoperative rehabilitation is equally important as the surgery itself, so you may ask your attending phys...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Arthroscopy: Recovery Tips and Concerns
Effective Remedies for Lumbar Degeneration: Tips for Young Patients
Lumbar degeneration Hello, doctor. I recently went to the hospital for an X-ray due to lower back pain, and it was found that I have degeneration of the L5 lumbar vertebra. What remedies are available? I am still quite young. Should I take any supplements, perform specific rehabi...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, lower back pain in a 28-year-old is mostly caused by poor posture, and lumbar degeneration is relatively uncommon. There are no specific supplements or injections available for treating lumbar degeneration. Strengthening the core muscles can help reinforce the back muscles...[Read More] Effective Remedies for Lumbar Degeneration: Tips for Young Patients
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Lower back pain Hello, doctor. During a recent running session, I felt something in my lower back shift. After stopping to rest, I noticed that my right leg was very tight and painful, and my hip was also affected. When I tried to get up from a chair, I felt a sensation of moveme...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
If you are experiencing discomfort in the lower back along with tightness and soreness in the buttocks and right leg, it may be indicative of a disc issue. It is recommended that you visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation clinic for an evaluation. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Trochanteric Bursitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Trochanteric bursitis of the left hip? Hello Doctor, three months ago I fell and landed on my right knee. Since then, if I am active during the day, I feel a soreness in my left hip when I lie flat at night. This soreness has gradually worsened, but it hasn't been painful en...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, there is a higher likelihood of trochanteric bursitis. However, you mentioned that you have been carrying items up and down the stairs multiple times, after which the pain started. Standing or walking is manageable, but bending over or transitioning...[Read More] Understanding Trochanteric Bursitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Back Pain When Straightening Up: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing pain when straightening up after bending over? Hello, doctor. For the past 1 to 2 months, I've been experiencing discomfort in the area of my spine near the lower back, especially when bending over or slouching. Whenever I try to straighten up, I feel discomfort...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it seems more like myofascial pain syndrome of the back caused by work, exercise, or poor posture. I recommend that you consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Back Pain When Straightening Up: Causes and Solutions
Post-Polio Surgery: Understanding Ankle Recovery and When to Seek Help
Post-operative care for polio sequelae? Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. I had surgery on my right ankle at the beginning of July (due to post-polio syndrome) for corrective surgery. It has been about 3-4 weeks since I had my cast on. Yesterday, I tried to put weigh...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: It is common to experience this phenomenon during the early stages of weight-bearing after a fracture surgery. However, if there is severe pain, an X-ray examination of the fracture site is necessary.[Read More] Post-Polio Surgery: Understanding Ankle Recovery and When to Seek Help
Concerns About Uneven Thigh After Fracture: What to Do Next?
The thigh bone fracture has suddenly become uneven more than three months after the injury? I would like to ask the doctor, during my follow-up appointment today, I had an X-ray taken. The bone screws are not displaced, but when I got home in the evening, I suddenly noticed that ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Since your thigh feels uneven and appears to be swollen, I recommend that you return for a follow-up appointment as soon as possible for your attending physician to examine it personally.[Read More] Concerns About Uneven Thigh After Fracture: What to Do Next?
Understanding Ligament Healing After Shoulder Surgery: Key Concerns
Shoulder arthroscopy issues 2 Hello, I am the questioner of #127600. Is it possible for a sutured ligament to heal back, so it doesn't guarantee 100% recovery? Is the repaired ligament more susceptible to injury compared to the original one? After waiting for rehabilitation ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, there are various types of diseases, and even within endoscopic surgery, there are many different procedures, so it cannot be generalized. Postoperatively, there is no guarantee of 100% success, as rehabilitation after shoulder surgery is just as important as the surgery i...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Healing After Shoulder Surgery: Key Concerns
Understanding Complications After Multiple Clavicle Surgeries: A Patient's Journey
Open fracture of the clavicle, third surgery? Hello Doctor, At the end of March this year, I fractured my right clavicle while skiing in Japan and returned to Taiwan for treatment. After reviewing the X-rays, the doctor recommended surgery but did not explain how the procedure ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Awen, Based on your condition, it appears that you are experiencing poor fracture healing following your clavicle fracture surgery. Therefore, a revision surgery for internal fixation with a plate and autologous bone grafting is necessary. After the surgery, rehabilitat...[Read More] Understanding Complications After Multiple Clavicle Surgeries: A Patient's Journey
Post-Surgery Shoulder Rehabilitation: Key Exercises and Guidelines
Postoperative Rehabilitation for Shoulder Joint Surgery I had an arthroscopic repair surgery due to ligament laxity and I'm currently in the second week post-operation. I would like to ask: 1. When performing pendulum exercises, should I use the affected side to exert force ...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, 1. The so-called pendulum exercise involves keeping the affected limb relaxed and only performing passive movements, so the affected limb does not exert any force. 2. Normal. 3. Can do.[Read More] Post-Surgery Shoulder Rehabilitation: Key Exercises and Guidelines
Self-Testing for Piriformis Syndrome vs. Disc Issues: A Guide
Can I self-test to determine if the issue is related to the piriformis muscle or the intervertebral disc? Hello doctor, I have a problem with lower back pain, but I'm not sure if it's related to a disc issue or the piriformis muscle. I would like to self-test. I have pr...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Based on your description, MRI scans have been conducted, and it seems that the nerve compression is not severe. Only the nerve roots in the left buttock and the outer side of the left calf are affected, while the piriformis muscle is not involved. Therefore, it is more likely to...[Read More] Self-Testing for Piriformis Syndrome vs. Disc Issues: A Guide
Understanding Shoulder Instability: Risks and Exercise Limitations
Posterior inferior shoulder instability? Hello Dr. Chen, I am the person who asked the question in this article. I can now dislocate my shoulder and relocate it back on my own. However, when I lift dumbbells, my shoulder hurts. The doctor mentioned that even after repair, I sho...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, I tried to connect to the link five times, but all attempts failed. If a shoulder dislocates, it should be very painful and movement would be impossible. Additionally, if there is a congenital issue with collagen production, it can also lead to joints dislocating on their ...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Instability: Risks and Exercise Limitations
Understanding Shoulder Pain: When to Seek Medical Help for Sports Injuries
Pain in the levator scapulae muscle? I used to engage in intense physical activities frequently, and I'm not sure if I have injured my shoulders. I often experience soreness on both sides of my neck extending to my upper back, especially when I doze off; my entire upper body...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
If you are experiencing muscle soreness from the sides of your neck to your shoulders, you should consult a specialist in sports rehabilitation.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: When to Seek Medical Help for Sports Injuries
Managing Neck Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery While Abroad
Neck fracture? Hello doctor, I felt very uncomfortable after looking down for a long time before. It got better later, but my neck has not been in good condition and I easily get a stiff neck. Yesterday, when I looked up, I bent my neck back and now I have difficulty looking down...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Based on your condition, it is recommended that you avoid keeping your neck in the same position for too long while using a computer, smartphone, working, or driving. When sleeping at night, choose a pillow that is of moderate height and suitable firmness. Currently, you can appl...[Read More] Managing Neck Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery While Abroad
Understanding Your Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Orthopedic Issues
What is wrong with me? Hello: In the past one to two years, I have been experiencing an increasing frequency of lower back pain and discomfort. Initially, about three to four years ago, I started having occasional sharp pain in the lower back and hip, particularly when walking; t...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There may be degenerative changes in the spine, so it is necessary to visit an orthopedic clinic to identify the specific issue, as it cannot be clearly explained through description alone.[Read More] Understanding Your Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Orthopedic Issues
Understanding Bone Spurs After Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Fracture of the right calf? Hello Doctor: I had a surgery for a fracture of the tibia and fibula in my right lower leg due to a car accident, and it has been almost two months since then. Two weeks ago, I noticed pain when touching the back of my right heel. After consulting my o...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Heel pain may occur due to prolonged pressure on the heel while lying down or resting the foot on a flat surface, leading to localized tissue inflammation. Typically, heel spurs on the calcaneus cause pain during walking or running. Elevating the calf with a pillow can help preve...[Read More] Understanding Bone Spurs After Tibia and Fibula Fractures