Elbow, Orthopedics FAQ

Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Steel Pins in Orthopedic Recovery

Issues Related to the Insertion of Metal Pins After Surgery Hello, Doctor!!! It has been a month since my surgery. I had a fracture of the ulnar bone in my right hand, and they placed a metal plate and six screws. 1. Is it normal to feel the screws under the skin after the wound ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. That's considered normal. Some people are thinner with less subcutaneous fat, so they can feel the metal plate. 2. It's normal for the joints to be stiff after surgery. Increasing wrist and elbow movements will help improve this. 3. Tingling sensations are also c...

Post-Surgery Recovery Challenges After Humerus Fracture: Pain and Mobility Issues

Post-operative care after humeral fracture surgery? Hello Doctor: I had surgery on August 31 for a fracture above my right elbow, where a steel pin was implanted. I started rehabilitation six weeks later (on October 12) and have been undergoing therapy since then. Currently, my l...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Inability to bend the elbow is often related to injuries and surgeries. Post-operative soft tissue adhesions can commonly occur after surgery, especially when bone screws are well-fixed. Rehabilitation should be initiated as soon as possible, typically within three months post-su...

Managing Pain After Periosteum Injury: Tips for Recovery

Periostitis Hello Doctor, I fell and injured my elbow at the end of August, which resulted in an inability to bend my arm. After an orthopedic examination, it was determined that the periosteum was injured. However, due to the upcoming school term, I only underwent three sessions...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Bruising of the limbs or bones may not result in swelling, which is a normal phenomenon. It typically takes two to three weeks for the pain to completely subside. During this period, applying heat is advisable, and there is no need to apply any topical medications.

Understanding Left Humerus Closed Fractures: Risks and Recovery Insights

Closed fracture of the left humerus? Hello, doctor! On September 14, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in the other party sustaining a closed fracture of the left humerus. The doctor he consulted advised him to initially immobilize it with a sling and return for a fo...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, any fracture can lead to varying degrees of sequelae, depending on the circumstances. According to your message, a proximal humeral fracture can easily result in limited shoulder joint mobility, while a mid-shaft fracture raises concerns about radial nerve injury. A distal...

Understanding Delayed Recovery in Distal Radius Fractures: Key Insights

Distal radius fracture Hello, doctor. I am the inquirer regarding issue 138880. First, I would like to thank you for your previous response. It has been six weeks since my fracture, and during my last follow-up appointment, my attending physician mentioned that my bone healing is...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. A normal diet and routine are sufficient. 2. A splint is used to maintain the current position of the fracture and prevent displacement. Bone healing takes time, so a postponed appointment may be necessary to assess whether the bone continues to grow. 3. Soreness is normal...

Recovery Time After Elbow Growth Plate Displacement Surgery

Medial elbow growth plate displacement? Hello doctor, I fell while riding my bike at school and displaced the growth plate on the inner side of my elbow. I would like to ask how long the rehabilitation period will be after I have removed the metal pins. (I just had the pins remov...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It will take approximately three months of continuous rehabilitation to potentially achieve a better recovery status.

Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Surgery, Recovery, and Concerns

Distal radius fracture Hello, doctor. I am the patient who inquired a few days ago. Yesterday, I visited another physician, and after an X-ray, he informed me that my fracture has shifted approximately 1mm towards the palm side. He also noted that my radius is almost at the same ...

Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. The recommendation to avoid surgery is reasonable. 2. I cannot specify how much functional loss will occur without surgery, as it depends on the subsequent rehabilitation process. 3. Will there be side effects on the wrist? If there are, they should not be severe. 4. Wi...

Understanding Wrist Fractures: Recovery, Risks, and Care Tips

Wrist fracture Hello, doctor. At the end of July, I fractured my left wrist joint. After seeking medical attention, I had a cast applied up to my forearm, allowing free movement of my elbow joint. Two weeks later, during a follow-up visit, the doctor said everything was fine. How...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is minimal displacement at the fracture site, it usually heals well. Currently, the area is immobilized with a cast, but light movements can still be performed.

Understanding Wrist Fractures: Recovery, Movement, and Rehabilitation Tips

Wrist joint fracture Hello, doctor. I am the person who previously inquired about issue 138740. First of all, thank you for your response, which has put my mind at ease. I would like to ask, since my cast is fixed above the elbow joint, the doctor did not instruct me to use a sli...

Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, excessive movement of the elbow joint immediately after a fracture can potentially cause displacement of the fracture. However, since the fracture has been present for four weeks, moving the elbow joint and fingers should not worsen the displacement or affect the healing o...

Elbow Pain: Could It Be Bone Cancer or Something Else?

Elbow pain: Bone cancer? In the past two days, I've been experiencing pain in the area of the ulnar bone at my elbow. I'm not sure if it's the bone or the muscle that hurts. There are no external injuries, bruising, or swelling. When I press on that area, it hurts....

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Bone tumors typically grow larger, cause swelling, and can be extremely painful. To confirm a diagnosis, an X-ray can be taken.

Understanding Elbow Fractures: Recovery, Nerve Issues, and Surgical Decisions

Radial, ulnar, and olecranon fractures? Hello Doctor: In March of this year, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in a closed, comminuted fracture of the right elbow, ulna, and radius. Both the ulna and radius were completely broken into several pieces. I have surgical ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is better to remove the bone screws one year after surgery, and finding another physician can also facilitate recovery in approximately 6 to 12 months.

Understanding Clavicle and Elbow Issues: What You Need to Know

Elbow issues and clavicle problems? Hello, doctor. 1. I would like to ask about my clavicle fracture. The orthopedic surgeon mentioned that since it has been a month and the bone is healing well, I can remove the figure-eight brace. I am concerned whether this might cause any d...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: 1. Given your age, if you have a clavicle fracture that is one month old and you are not experiencing pain, it should be fine to resume some activities, but avoid weight-bearing. Continuous X-ray follow-up is necessary, and you should be monitored for at least three months...

Understanding Bone Friction and Pain After Wrist Fracture Surgery

Bone friction and pain upon exposure to cold? It has been a year and a half since I suffered a distal radius fracture, and the titanium alloy plate and screws inside have not yet been removed. I often feel a friction sensation at the protruding area of the bone when I rotate my p...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: If discomfort occurs only during the transition between hot and cold weather, physical therapy (such as heat therapy) may be sufficient. However, if there is a persistent foreign body sensation and inflammation and pain in the tendons around the wrist due to friction, a fo...

Improving Elbow Mobility: Effects of Shockwave Therapy on Athletes

Elbow range of motion As an athlete, due to long-term training, X-rays show calcification in the inner and outer sides of the elbow as well as in the olecranon area. There is a significant limitation in elbow mobility, making it difficult to fully flex and extend the arm. Additio...

Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult an orthopedic or neurologist for further examination to determine if there is any nerve involvement, and then decide on the next steps for treatment. Thank you for your inquiry.

Understanding Elbow Issues After Clavicle Fracture: Healing and Recovery Tips

Clavicle fracture issues? 1. Doctor, is my inability to fully extend and bend my elbow due to my clavicle fracture that is still healing? (Currently, my clavicle is healing, and I am using a figure-eight sling and forearm sling. During my follow-up appointment, the doctor mention...

Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, indeed, if a clavicle fracture requires the use of a figure-eight shoulder strap and an arm sling, keeping the elbow fixed in a flexed position for more than three weeks may lead to difficulties in fully extending and bending the elbow due to lack of movement. However, as ...

Understanding Elbow Issues After Clavicle Fracture: Healing and Recovery Tips

Clavicle fracture issues 1. Doctor, is my inability to fully extend and bend my elbow due to my collarbone fracture that is still healing? (Currently, my collarbone is healing, and I am using a figure-eight shoulder strap and forearm sling. During my follow-up appointment, the do...

Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, indeed, if a clavicle fracture has led to the use of a figure-eight shoulder strap and forearm sling, keeping the elbow fixed in a bent position for more than three weeks may result in an inability to fully extend or flex the elbow due to lack of movement. However, as long...

Understanding Elbow Pain and Stiffness After Clavicle Fracture Recovery

Clavicle fracture issues? 1. Doctor, is my inability to fully extend and bend my elbow due to my collarbone fracture that is still healing? (Currently, my collarbone is healing, and I am using a figure-eight shoulder sling and forearm sling. During my follow-up appointment, the d...

Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, indeed, if a clavicle fracture requires the use of a figure-of-eight shoulder strap and an arm sling, keeping the elbow fixed in a flexed position for more than three weeks may lead to difficulties in fully extending and bending the elbow due to lack of movement. However, ...

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery and Mobility Insights

Clavicle fracture I have a broken left clavicle, and because of the fracture, my left hand can only move at the palm while the rest of the arm is immobile. Will I gradually regain strength and be able to lift it after the clavicle heals, or is there another reason why I can still...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, a clavicle fracture can cause pain during shoulder joint movement, but the elbow, wrist, and fingers should still be able to move. It is normal that you cannot raise your elbow at this time, as raising the elbow involves shoulder joint movement. Thank you.

Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Recovery and Hand Mobility Explained

Clavicle fracture I have a broken left clavicle, and because of the fracture, my left hand can only move at the palm; the rest of the arm will gradually regain strength and mobility after the clavicle heals. Is there another reason why I can still grip tightly with my palm?

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, a clavicle fracture can cause pain during shoulder joint movement, but the elbow joint, wrist, and fingers should still be able to move. It is normal that you cannot raise your elbow at the moment, as raising the elbow involves shoulder joint movement. Thank you.

Understanding Recovery from Distal Radius Fracture: Key Questions Answered

Inquiry about distal radius fracture of the left wrist? Hello Doctor: I previously sustained injuries from a car accident resulting in a comminuted distal radius fracture with displacement and an ulnar styloid fracture. I underwent surgery for fracture reduction (using a titanium...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is necessary to continue with rehabilitation exercises. 2. Pain is normal, and the intensity can be increased, but it should not be excessive. 3. Taking calcium supplements does not seem to be very helpful. 4. It will take at least a year.

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