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 Bone Tumors: Risks and Treatment Options Explained
Bone tumor HPL Hello Dr. Wang, I have a long-term stabbing pain in my lower back that occurs when I press a specific point. It feels like I am pressing on a nerve, and there is a hard area about the size of three 10-cent coins that has been present for 6 to 7 years. Previous ex...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: If the risk of a subcutaneous tumor is low, the pathology report will indicate whether it is benign or malignant. Tumors in the spine are rarely palpable through the skin. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Bone Tumors: Risks and Treatment Options Explained
Post-Fracture Recovery: Addressing Common Concerns and Complications
Issues Related to Fractures Hello Dr. Shih, On the evening of October 13th of this year, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in an open fracture of my right tibia and fibula. Subsequently, the doctor performed surgery to install bone screws and plates, and applied a l...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The healing of a bone fracture typically requires a period of time, and follow-up X-rays are necessary to assess the healing process. It is unlikely for the fracture to heal in just two months; usually, it takes three to six months or even longer. If there is poor flexion in the ...[Read More] Post-Fracture Recovery: Addressing Common Concerns and Complications
Understanding Knee Injuries After a Car Accident: Recovery Insights
Car accident injuries? Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident on Wednesday evening. A truck turned right without signaling, and I couldn't avoid it, so I was thrown out (I was in the back seat). I was then taken to the emergency room by ambulance. At that time, my left knee w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a fracture is non-displaced, it typically heals after being immobilized for a period of time, and the wound usually recovers in about one to two weeks.[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries After a Car Accident: Recovery Insights
Do You Need Surgery for a Ruptured Disc? Key Insights and Options
Does a herniated disc require surgery? Hello Doctor: I am 41 years old and about three weeks ago, I experienced severe pain in my lower back that radiated down to my left buttock, the back of my left thigh, and my left heel. After undergoing an MRI, I was diagnosed with a herniat...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
The nucleus pulposus of a herniated disc still has a significant chance of being reabsorbed on its own. In most cases, the symptoms of nerve compression will improve over time, although there is a small possibility of worsening. If the symptoms of nerve compression persist after ...[Read More] Do You Need Surgery for a Ruptured Disc? Key Insights and Options
Managing Knee Pain After a Fall: Tips for Recovery and Care
Knee pain after a fall? Hello, doctor. I am a rollerblading coach. This morning around 10 AM, I fell while holding a child. One leg was straight, but my right leg bent backward, and I fell backward, putting pressure on my right leg. It was very painful for a few seconds, but then...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If you have injured your knee, it is advisable to see an orthopedic doctor for an examination, as there may be damage to the ligaments.[Read More] Managing Knee Pain After a Fall: Tips for Recovery and Care
Understanding Wrist Strains: Recovery Time and Treatment Options
Wrist issues Hello Doctor, I felt a strain in my right wrist while exercising due to improper control of force. When I bend it backward, I experience tightness, pulling sensations, and sharp pain on the outer side. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who diagn...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A sprain typically takes about six weeks to heal, and there is no need for specific stretching exercises; applying heat can be beneficial.[Read More] Understanding Wrist Strains: Recovery Time and Treatment Options
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
Recovering from a Severe Thigh Fracture: Tips for Regaining Mobility
Due to a car accident, the right thigh suffered a closed fracture, splitting into two parts? Due to a car accident, I suffered a closed fracture of my femur, which was split into two parts. I later underwent surgery to implant a steel plate and screws. After the surgery, the doct...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: First, it is important to determine whether the fixation after a fracture surgery is stable. If it is stable, joint mobilization should be permissible. Early mobilization can help reduce the risk of joint stiffness as a complication. It is essential to confirm the stabilit...[Read More] Recovering from a Severe Thigh Fracture: Tips for Regaining Mobility
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?
Post-ACL Surgery Concerns: Understanding Common Issues and Rehab Tips
Postoperative Issues After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery Hello, Doctor, I completed an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery (autograft) at the end of August this year. It has been a little over two months, and I have been following the rehabilitation instr...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
These phenomena are normal after surgery. You can perform joint flexion movements and additionally engage in strength training for the muscles around the knee joint.[Read More] Post-ACL Surgery Concerns: Understanding Common Issues and Rehab Tips
Understanding Pain Between the Left Shoulder Blade and Spine: Causes and Solutions
Pain between the left shoulder blade and the spine? Hello, Doctor: Pain location: Pain is located in the area between the left scapula and the spine (like a "point," not a widespread pain). Duration of pain: One year (the symptoms have remained the same for this yea...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is advisable to consult a physician for shoulder and neck pain to determine whether further examinations are necessary.[Read More] Understanding Pain Between the Left Shoulder Blade and Spine: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Coccydynia: Causes and Treatment for Tailbone Pain
Lower back muscle soreness? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing soreness in the two points next to my coccyx for a week now. The soreness sometimes radiates upwards and then returns to the original location after a while. I visited an orthopedic specialist and had an X-ray, w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
What you mentioned is possible; if it is a herniated disc, there may be numbness, and it typically causes pain that radiates from the buttocks down to the thighs and calves.[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Causes and Treatment for Tailbone Pain
Understanding Sciatica: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
For leg issues, lumbar problems, and sciatica, you should consult a specialist in orthopedics or a neurologist? Hello Doctor: I apologize for the lengthy message. I am a 39-year-old woman who needs to stand and lift things for work. Since the end of September, I have been experie...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It could be sciatica, so it's best to consult an orthopedic specialist to determine if further evaluation is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
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
Understanding Ganglion Cysts: Are They Considered Occupational Injuries?
Ganglion cyst Hello, doctor. Recently, I discovered a lump on the back of my right hand near the webbing of my thumb, and due to my work, the pain has become increasingly noticeable. After a hospital examination, it was determined to be similar to a ganglion cyst or a mucoid cyst...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, netizen: The tendon sheath is the tissue that surrounds and lubricates the tendon, providing protection. When there is a local injury, chronic overuse, or degenerative changes, it may lead to the formation of a cyst in the tendon sheath or joint capsule. If you are experie...[Read More] Understanding Ganglion Cysts: Are They Considered Occupational Injuries?