Understanding XO Legs and Thumb Extension Issues: Non-Surgical Solutions
XO-shaped legs and congenital inability to extend the thumb straight? Hello, doctor. I previously learned that conditions like genu varum (bow-legged) and genu valgum (knock-kneed) can be categorized as O-shaped legs, X-shaped legs, and XO-shaped legs. It seems that my legs are w...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, 1. An improper leg alignment can lead to an increased rate of wear on the knee cartilage over time. In severe cases, surgical correction may be necessary. The treatment approach should consider the patient's age, the degree of deformity, and the length of the lower ...[Read More] Understanding XO Legs and Thumb Extension Issues: Non-Surgical Solutions
Understanding Knee Noises: Is It Injury or Joint Degeneration?
Knee issues Hello, Doctor! I am a 52-year-old male. Recently, when I squat down or stand up from a chair, my knees make a cracking sound, but there is no pain or swelling. I usually have a habit of exercising (walking or cycling), and I have been particularly enthusiastic about p...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The presence of sounds in the joints does not necessarily indicate a pathological condition; it can often be a result of aging. Sounds may occur when the patella moves and rubs against the ligaments or the femoral joint surface, which may indicate changes in the cartilage. If sym...[Read More] Understanding Knee Noises: Is It Injury or Joint Degeneration?
Understanding Knee Cartilage Damage: Treatment Options and Recovery
Knee cartilage Hello doctor, my knee has been very painful lately. After an examination, it was found that the cartilage in my right knee is severely worn down. I had previously injured that leg, and combined with my obesity, the wear is even worse. The doctor advised me to lose ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, if the cartilage in your right knee is severely worn down, you really need to take good care of it. Oral glucosamine may be effective, and the effects of hyaluronic acid injections are generally more effective than oral glucosamine. Taking or applyi...[Read More] Understanding Knee Cartilage Damage: Treatment Options and Recovery
Understanding Dislocated Toes: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery
Dislocation - Sports Injury At the end of June this year, while playing basketball, I dislocated my left foot's fourth toe when I landed after jumping for a rebound. The first hospital I visited only applied a splint, which was removed after a week. However, due to persisten...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, experiencing pain while walking more than three months after a toe dislocation is uncommon. I recommend that you return to the orthopedic clinic for an examination. If necessary, you may ask the physician whether a CT scan is needed to rule out any subtle fractures of the ...[Read More] Understanding Dislocated Toes: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery
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
Understanding Patellar-Femoral Joint Cartilage Wear and Recovery Time
Further inquiry into the wear of cartilage in the patellofemoral joint? Thank you, Dr. Li, for your response. Your reply has given me a better understanding of my condition, and I truly appreciate it! I would like to continue consulting you regarding recovery and treatment for th...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Rehabilitation treatment is typically required for about 3-6 months from the date of injury. 2. It is generally not recommended to wear braces for extended periods to avoid muscle atrophy. If long periods of standing or walking are necessary, you may consider using a pa...[Read More] Understanding Patellar-Femoral Joint Cartilage Wear and Recovery Time
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
Understanding Cartilage Damage and Rehabilitation After Weight Training Injuries
Weight training can lead to cartilage wear? Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask a question. In July of this year, I sustained a knee injury while doing strength training, which has caused discomfort in my knee. It feels weak when walking, and I experience discomfort after walkin...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, cartilage can be classified into meniscus or general articular cartilage. Based on your description, it seems more like patellar tilt causing wear on the cartilage of the patellofemoral joint. Therefore, the physician has arranged for hydrotherapy and quadriceps strengthen...[Read More] Understanding Cartilage Damage and Rehabilitation After Weight Training Injuries
Post-Surgery Knee Pain: Understanding Recovery After Meniscus Removal
Post-operative care after knee plica excision? Hello, doctor. A family member in their sixties underwent a medial plica excision surgery four months ago due to chronic knee pain. Online sources suggest a quick recovery post-surgery, but we are experiencing increased pain, especia...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the knee pain is not caused by issues with the meniscus, then such surgery may not alleviate the symptoms. If pain persists after the surgery, it is important to investigate other potential causes, which could include arthritis, cartilage degeneration, meniscal tears, ligament...[Read More] Post-Surgery Knee Pain: Understanding Recovery After Meniscus Removal
Understanding Hand Injuries: Ligament vs. Triangular Fibrocartilage Damage
Fell while playing ball and landed on the right palm? The right hand has been injured for one month. An X-ray was taken, and there were no obvious fractures. The doctor did not provide much information, only recommending heat therapy. There is no pain when bending the wrist up an...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Based on your symptoms, you should pay special attention to the possibility of a scaphoid fracture, triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tear, or distal radioulnar joint dislocation. It has been one month since your injury, and experiencing pain during wrist rotation indicate...[Read More] Understanding Hand Injuries: Ligament vs. Triangular Fibrocartilage Damage
Understanding Wrist and Elbow Pain After a Car Accident: When to Seek Further Imaging
The wrist cannot rotate, and the elbow feels stiff? A car accident occurred in July, and I was taken to a nearby hospital where they examined a fracture in the inner bone of my elbow (I was put in a cast). There was no specific mention of my wrist at that time. After a week, I re...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, the car accident injury has resulted in an elbow fracture, and there may also be damage to the wrist, particularly with regard to potential injuries such as scaphoid fractures, triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tears, and distal radioulnar joint dislocations. It has...[Read More] Understanding Wrist and Elbow Pain After a Car Accident: When to Seek Further Imaging
Understanding Cartilage Issues Near the Wrist After a Fracture
Cartilage issues near the wrist radius? Hello Doctor, I have read a bit about historical issues but I am uncertain, so I would like to gather more information. I had a car accident and suffered a fracture of the radial bone in my right wrist. After a month and a half, the bone he...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: (1) Avoid actions that compress the joints as much as possible, especially those that cause pain, and regularly monitor the cartilage space. (2) Traumatic arthritis can lead to decreased joint cushioning ability, resulting in pain from bone-on-bone contact. (3) Glucosamine...[Read More] Understanding Cartilage Issues Near the Wrist After a Fracture
Understanding Tibial Osteotomy: Recovery and Exercise After Surgery
Tibial osteotomy Hello Dr. Wang, for the past two months, my right knee joint has been very unstable. The X-ray results are quite severe, showing stage IV changes and some deformity. The doctor has suggested a tibial osteotomy with the insertion of screws. I am worried about the ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: If you are undergoing high tibial osteotomy for osteoarthritis, it is essential to confirm that your pain is solely due to the degeneration of the medial knee joint cartilage. After the osteotomy, the joint can move like after a fracture, but it cannot bear weight. The rec...[Read More] Understanding Tibial Osteotomy: Recovery and Exercise After Surgery
Understanding Cartilage Development: Key Age Milestones and Changes
Cartilage development issues? Hello, doctor. May I ask at what age do the joints and the cartilage between the joints typically fully develop? Is this the same timeline as the development of hard bone? Once cartilage is formed, does it stop thickening? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ying. The cartilage between the joints generally matures by the age of 18 in males and by the age of 14 in females. The development of hard bone may occur even earlier. Once the cartilage has formed, it will not thicken further, and in middle to older age, it may thin...[Read More] Understanding Cartilage Development: Key Age Milestones and Changes
Understanding Cartilage Development at Age 27: What You Need to Know
Height issues Doctor, I apologize for asking one more question, but I just want to be sure. May I ask, at the age of 27, with all growth plates closed, is it safe to say that cartilage development is complete? This includes the spine and knee joints. Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Yes.[Read More] Understanding Cartilage Development at Age 27: What You Need to Know
Understanding Height Anxiety: Concerns About Growth and Joint Health
Height issues Hello, Doctor. First, I would like to express my gratitude and respect for you, thanking you for sacrificing your precious time to care for patients. I know my question may be a bit tricky and bothersome, but it has caused me significant distress in my life. I have ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The thickness of cartilage in adults is generally fixed after it has fully formed and does not increase further. However, with aging, it may undergo wear and gradually become slightly thinner.[Read More] Understanding Height Anxiety: Concerns About Growth and Joint Health
Understanding Knee Joint Injuries: Recovery, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Knee joint Hello Doctor: It has been two months since my knee injury. I have been undergoing heat therapy and electrical stimulation rehabilitation, but my condition has been fluctuating. Occasionally, I experience tingling and a sensation of movement in the knee cartilage. I hav...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there are no fractures and no ligament tears, continue with rehabilitation. Recovery will gradually occur over approximately three months.[Read More] Understanding Knee Joint Injuries: Recovery, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Post-Car Accident Knee Issues: Managing Pain and Exercise Effects
Post-accident sequelae and the impact of exercise? In early March, I had a car accident where my right knee directly hit the ground. When I went to the hospital, I was prescribed painkillers and told that the X-ray showed no significant injuries. After some time, I felt that ther...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
The sensation of tightness in the knee joint, along with the tendency to produce sounds, is likely a result of overuse and stress, leading to cartilage softening and wear. It is recommended to switch to exercises that place less stress on the joints. Additionally, consulting a sp...[Read More] Post-Car Accident Knee Issues: Managing Pain and Exercise Effects
Understanding Meniscus Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Meniscus injury A week ago, I fell while getting off my scooter and dislocated my knee and displaced my femur. I have seen a chiropractor who realigned it, but I am still in pain. I went to an orthopedic doctor for an ultrasound, and he said I have a meniscus cartilage injury wit...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, ligaments and tendons are different. Diagnosis relies on physical examination, ultrasound, or MRI. Based on the description in the letter, it is indeed difficult to determine. Please consult your attending physician. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Rib Cartilage Protrusion: Posture vs. Structural Issues
Rib issues consultation If the condition of costochondral protrusion (and the compression and depression of the lower costal cartilage) is caused by a long-standing slouched sitting posture (assuming there are no other or unknown factors), would it be considered a fixed developme...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Given your condition, the chances of recovery are not high (as growth has already stabilized), but it is important to monitor the curvature angle of the spine and check for any signs of pectus carinatum.[Read More] Understanding Rib Cartilage Protrusion: Posture vs. Structural Issues