Can Dislocated Coccyx Be Repositioned? Treatment Options Explained
Coccygeal dislocation/subluxation/bruising? Hello, doctor! I would like to ask if a dislocated coccyx/spine can be returned to its original position, and how should it be managed? About a month ago, a little boy in my class accidentally kicked a little girl who was washing her ha...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: In most cases, coccygeal injuries do not require treatment, except for acute dislocations, which are rare. It is recommended to consult a physician to confirm the condition before resuming activities. Thank you.[Read More] Can Dislocated Coccyx Be Repositioned? Treatment Options Explained
Understanding Gluteal Muscle Cramping: Diagnosis and Symptoms Explained
Gluteus maximus spasm Hello Doctor: I would like to ask again, can gluteal muscle spasms be diagnosed based on X-rays? I have a sensation of clicking in the area of my left thigh joint (where the thigh connects to the hip) when I sit down and stand up. Does this indicate a disloc...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
X-rays cannot typically reveal that bones do not usually dislocate; rather, the phenomenon of catching occurs because the tendons slide over. A specific condition is difficulty squatting unless the legs are externally rotated. Additionally, there may be occasional pain or sorenes...[Read More] Understanding Gluteal Muscle Cramping: Diagnosis and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Joint Issues in Fingers After an Accident: Treatment Options
The joints where the palm connects to the fingers? On July 18 of this year, I was involved in a car accident that affected the joints connecting the palm to the last three fingers of my right hand (middle finger, ring finger, and little finger). Initially, I thought it was just a...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello~ Most finger and hand contusions, if there is no injury to the bones, may take about one week for mild cases and two to three months for more severe cases. It is important to first determine if there are any fractures, dislocations, or subluxations. If not, it is recommende...[Read More] Understanding Joint Issues in Fingers After an Accident: Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Weakness After an Injury: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Knee weakness Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on September 28 of this year, and my left knee directly hit the ground and scraped against it. The pain was so intense that I couldn't stand up. After returning home and examining the injury, I noticed that my left knee was...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Netizen: The X-ray examination is primarily used to determine if there are any fractures or dislocations. Some injuries, such as damage to the articular cartilage, ligaments, or meniscus, may not be visible on X-rays. After an injury, it is common to experience swelling, pai...[Read More] Understanding Knee Weakness After an Injury: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Joint Sounds: Causes and Solutions for Knee and Other Issues
I have many issues with my muscles and joints, especially my knees. Please help me! Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: 1. My (ankles) (wrists) (shoulders) (knees) (left elbow) (right hip joint) (coccyx) all make continuous cracking sounds, and the frequency is quite high. Each...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Panic: It seems you have quite a few issues that should be evaluated by a sports medicine specialist first. If minor injuries are not addressed properly, they could lead to further problems. If you are considering a career in professional sports, it is even more important to take...[Read More] Understanding Joint Sounds: Causes and Solutions for Knee and Other Issues
Understanding Coccyx Pain: Injection Therapy Benefits and Risks
Coccydynia Hello Doctor, I was in a severe car accident a year and a half ago, and since then, I've experienced pain in my coccyx area whenever it is touched (which requires me to lean slightly forward while sitting). The rehabilitation physician prescribed shortwave and l...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Ms. Lin: Pain in the coccygeal area due to contusion, fracture, or dislocation is quite common in clinical practice. The aforementioned treatment methods do not have significant side effects. Minimizing contact with the painful area, including the use of soft cushions, heat thera...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Pain: Injection Therapy Benefits and Risks
Understanding Hip Dislocation After Total Hip Replacement Surgery
The patient experienced a dislocation three days after total hip arthroplasty? Hello, Dr. Shi. Recently, my mother dislocated her hip joint three days after undergoing total hip replacement surgery. It's been over a month now, and she has had closed reduction surgeries six o...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Dislocation and stability after total hip arthroplasty are closely related to the positioning of the acetabulum, which is the most critical factor. If the acetabulum is positioned too steeply, it increases the risk of dislocation. Additionally, if the femoral neck is too short, i...[Read More] Understanding Hip Dislocation After Total Hip Replacement Surgery
Complex Hip Replacement: Challenges and Solutions for Patients
Complex Hip Replacement Hello, doctor. I am from Taiwan, and my patient is my girlfriend, who is 24 years old and from Mainland China. She was diagnosed with avascular necrosis of the left femoral head due to a car accident at the age of 12. The surgical procedure at that time is...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Surgery is possible, but it is more challenging and carries the risk of damaging the sciatic nerve. Larger medical centers have the capability to perform this type of surgery.[Read More] Complex Hip Replacement: Challenges and Solutions for Patients
Understanding Jaw Dislocation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
When opening the mouth wide, there is a clicking sound in the jaw? Hello, sometimes when I open my mouth too wide, such as when yawning or biting something, the bones on both sides of my jaw get stuck, and sometimes I can't close my mouth temporarily (as we say in Taiwanese,...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Allen: This should be a temporomandibular joint issue. Pay attention to whether you frequently engage in chewing activities, such as chewing gum, betel nut, or hard objects. If reducing these activities still results in symptoms, it is advisable to visit an oral surgeon to check ...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Dislocation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Recovery Tips for Right Foot Second Metatarsal Fracture and Dislocation
Fracture and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint of the right foot? Hello Doctor: I suffered a motorcycle accident and had a fracture and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint in my right foot. I underwent surgery a week ago where two external fixati...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
You can directly consult your attending physician regarding these questions. Q1: If you currently have a cast, you should avoid excessive movement until the cast is removed. Q2: Elevate your leg until your doctor advises that it is no longer necessary (depending on the swelling o...[Read More] Recovery Tips for Right Foot Second Metatarsal Fracture and Dislocation
Understanding Congenital Hip Dysplasia and Frog Legs: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Congenital hip dislocation and frog leg position? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about symptom assessment. I have always thought I had frog legs, but when I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for massage, he asked if my feet came out first at birth. After inq...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello Anthony: Infants delivered via cesarean section due to abnormal fetal positioning (such as breech presentation, where the buttocks or feet are positioned downward) are at a higher risk for congenital hip dislocation or hip dysplasia compared to those born through normal vag...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Hip Dysplasia and Frog Legs: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Should Diabetic Patients Avoid Surgery for Shoulder Dislocation?
Dad has a fractured scapula? Hello doctor, my father has a shoulder dislocation due to work and also has diabetes, so he is hesitant to undergo surgery. Is it true that individuals with diabetes are not suitable for surgery?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
As long as blood sugar levels are well controlled, the surgical risks for individuals with diabetes are similar to those of non-diabetic individuals.[Read More] Should Diabetic Patients Avoid Surgery for Shoulder Dislocation?
Understanding Lateral Collateral Ligament Injury in the Knee
Lateral collateral ligament injury? Hello doctor, a few months ago, after performing a jump shot while playing basketball, I experienced significant pain on the inner side of my left knee upon landing (the pain point is near the lateral side of the patella). A couple of days ago,...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, based on your description, it is highly likely that you have sustained an injury to your left knee (possibly involving ligaments or other soft tissues). I recommend that you seek medical attention as soon as possible and not delay![Read More] Understanding Lateral Collateral Ligament Injury in the Knee
Understanding Periostitis in the Thumb: When to Seek Orthopedic Care
Inflammation of the periosteum of the left thumb joint? I have been experiencing joint pain in my left thumb due to playing volleyball. I remember injuring my finger, and afterwards, I had symptoms of bruising and swelling. Initially, I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine pr...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Based on your description, it is indeed necessary to determine if there are any issues with the bones. The presence of bruising and swelling indicates that the injury is likely significant, and serious problems such as fractures, dislocations, or tendon ruptures should be ruled o...[Read More] Understanding Periostitis in the Thumb: When to Seek Orthopedic Care
Are Wrinkled Wall Syndrome and Patellar Dislocation the Same Condition?
Is the wrinkled wall syndrome the same as patellar locked dislocation? Hello, Dr. Fan: Is surgery the only option for the diagnosis of (wrinkled wall syndrome)? Additionally, the orthopedic doctor at the National Defense Medical Center 804 Hospital diagnosed it as (patellar dislo...
Dr. Fan Hongbin Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: 1. Plica syndrome and patellar instability are different conditions and diagnoses. Plica syndrome: The knee does not cause pain under normal use, but prolonged friction between the articular cartilage can lead to inflammator...[Read More] Are Wrinkled Wall Syndrome and Patellar Dislocation the Same Condition?
Managing ACL Tears Without Surgery: A Decade of Recovery Insights
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in my knee has been torn for over ten years without surgery? Hello Dr. Lee: Ten years ago, I ruptured my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while playing basketball. At that time, I underwent an MRI at Taipei Veterans General Hospital, which con...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, your attending physician will understand your concerns best. It is advisable for you to return to your previous medical institution to consult with your original doctor, who can assess your condition appropriately. Wishing you a speedy recover...[Read More] Managing ACL Tears Without Surgery: A Decade of Recovery Insights
Consultation on Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment Options
Medical consultation Dear Director: I would like to inquire about the treatment of simultaneous wrist fractures and dislocations, specifically whether it requires staged treatment. 1. Is it possible to make a self-paid appointment to consult in the clinic? 2. Alternatively, can I...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is advisable to treat both the fractured bone and the dislocated joint simultaneously. The dislocation should be reduced as soon as possible. If you have health insurance, you can directly register for an appointment at the clinic using your insurance. Additionally, if you hav...[Read More] Consultation on Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment Options
Understanding Muscle Strains from Street Dance: Causes and Recovery Tips
Strain while performing street dance? I was practicing street dance balance with my classmates, using both hands to support my body, but I accidentally strained myself! Now, whenever I exert force with my right hand, it hurts a lot. After resting, it feels a bit better, but it st...
Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
Hello, if there is persistent pain or swelling, you should seek medical attention for an X-ray to confirm whether there is a fracture or dislocation. If not, it is recommended to use a wrist brace to stabilize the wrist joint and avoid overuse of the wrist.[Read More] Understanding Muscle Strains from Street Dance: Causes and Recovery Tips
Understanding Downward Instability in Shoulder Joints: Key Measurement Points
Assessment of Inferior Shoulder Instability Hello, doctor. I recently underwent a shoulder joint inferior instability X-ray stress test at a hospital, and the report indicated an inferior dislocation of 8mm on the right shoulder. However, upon visual inspection of the X-ray, it a...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: After taking X-rays of both shoulders while lifting heavy objects, a comparison of the heights of the scapulae on both sides can be made. Wishing you peace and happi...[Read More] Understanding Downward Instability in Shoulder Joints: Key Measurement Points
Managing Post-Surgery Pain in Elderly Patients with Hip Injuries
My father-in-law is 78 years old and has undergone surgery for a second fracture? Hello Dr. Zhou, my father-in-law is 78 years old and lives in Penghu. He used to be a fisherman, and around the age of 40, he underwent surgery on his hip joint. Unfortunately, early last year, he h...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, addressing your concerns is similar to maintaining a vehicle; regular check-ups are necessary, and any issues should be examined (preferably at the original facility). Since your father-in-law has already undergone surgery, please return to the original hospital to consult...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Pain in Elderly Patients with Hip Injuries