Understanding Post-Crash Muscle Pain and Chest Discomfort After a Motorcycle Fall
Motorcycle accident? Hello, doctor. I am a 20-year-old female. Two days ago, I had a motorcycle accident and fell at a speed of about 40-60 km/h. I have abrasions on my limbs, but there are no visible bruises or significant wounds on my torso, and I do not have any tenderness. Ho...
Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
Factors such as bruises, muscle strains, and muscle cramps may be involved. If discomfort persists, please visit an orthopedic outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Post-Crash Muscle Pain and Chest Discomfort After a Motorcycle Fall
Understanding Health Insurance Coverage for Osteoporosis Medications
Regulations for National Health Insurance Coverage of Osteoporosis Medications The mother-in-law has a bone density of -5 and recently suffered a self-funded arm fracture from a fall, for which a steel plate was used. The doctor described her bones as being like eggshells, and it...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A bone density test must show a T-score below zero, and there must be one or more vertebral fractures in order to qualify for insurance coverage.[Read More] Understanding Health Insurance Coverage for Osteoporosis Medications
Post-Surgery Pain After Vertebroplasty: Understanding Recovery Challenges
Postoperative pain after bone cement procedure? Hello, my mother originally had a spinal spondylolisthesis and suffered a lumbar fracture due to a fall. After undergoing a self-funded vertebroplasty, she had her first follow-up appointment where the doctor stated that the surgery...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is possible that there is already degeneration of the spine itself or that there are multiple fractures. It is advisable to return to the physician for further evaluation.[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain After Vertebroplasty: Understanding Recovery Challenges
Understanding Wrist Issues: Swelling After a Fall and Treatment Options
Wrist issues Two weeks ago, I fell and landed on my right hand. The next day, I went to a local hospital for an X-ray, which showed no fractures. I have been using a wrist brace for the past two weeks (which has made daily activities easier), but I noticed that the back of my han...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Wrist sprains sometimes do not involve fractures, but the ligaments or the wrist joint capsule can still be injured. Generally, soft tissue injuries require about six weeks to heal, so it is important to protect your wrist during this time and avoid excessive use. If the joint be...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Issues: Swelling After a Fall and Treatment Options
Can Correcting Leg Length Discrepancy Fix Pelvic Tilt Issues?
Can correcting leg length discrepancy also improve pelvic tilt? When I was in fifth grade, I fell off my bicycle and later discovered that I had a pelvic fracture, which healed on its own (the follow-up doctor said it healed fine). However, in recent years, I have noticed that I ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of experiencing a severe pelvic displacement from simply falling off a bicycle is low. It is also important to consider whether factors such as scoliosis are involved. Generally, the actual skeletal length of both lower limbs can be assessed through full-len...[Read More] Can Correcting Leg Length Discrepancy Fix Pelvic Tilt Issues?
Understanding Chest Injuries After a Fall: When to Seek Further Care
Chest contusion Doctor, I fell yesterday and injured my foot. I went to see an orthopedic specialist, and after an X-ray, they said there was nothing serious. However, after the X-ray, I started experiencing pain in my left chest. When I mentioned this to the doctor while reviewi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is a chest contusion without difficulty breathing, the pain will likely improve in a few days. However, if there are breathing issues, a chest X-ray should be performed for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Chest Injuries After a Fall: When to Seek Further Care
Post-Surgery Care for Ankle Joint: What to Expect After Your Operation
Postoperative Care for Ankle Surgery Hello, Doctor: I had surgery on February 9 due to an ankle fracture from a car accident. During my follow-up appointment on February 22, the doctor said that I no longer need to apply medication to the surgical wound and that it can get wet. H...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Generally, the sutures used for cosmetic procedures are "absorbable sutures" that do not require removal. After one week, they can be exposed to water directly. The cosmetic adhesive does not need to be removed. Thank you.[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Ankle Joint: What to Expect After Your Operation
Managing Non-Surgical Patellar Fractures: Recovery Tips and Care
Patellar fracture without surgery? Hello Doctor, on February 17th, I had a significant fall while walking and went to the emergency room where an X-ray revealed a fracture of the left patella, with both transverse and longitudinal fractures. I was immediately admitted for surgery...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if a patellar fracture bends too early, there is a significant risk of displacement. Close monitoring of the fracture for any displacement is usually required, initially once a week. If there is no displacement after two weeks, it indicates that the previous activity level...[Read More] Managing Non-Surgical Patellar Fractures: Recovery Tips and Care
Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Distal radius fracture Hello, doctor. I went to the hospital due to a distal radius fracture from a fall. The doctor said I have a slight comminuted fracture and underwent surgery with titanium alloy fixation. Two weeks after the surgery, I returned for a follow-up, but the docto...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, please trust your attending physician. They are the ones who performed the surgery and know your fracture situation best. No one else understands your condition better than your attending physician. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Distal Radius Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Understanding Knee Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Knee injury from a fall? Hello, Doctor: About a month ago, I fell while rushing at the train station and landed on my knees (the right knee was injured more severely). Although it was painful at the time, I was able to stand up without difficulty and have been able to walk freely...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
This is the healing process after a bruise. The affected area will be swollen and painful, but it will gradually subside over two to three months. If the condition improves, there is no need to see a doctor.[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Managing Acute Compression Fractures of the Lumbar Spine: A Patient's Guide
Acute compression fracture of the first lumbar vertebra? About six months ago, I was hit on the head by a fallen tree trunk. After taking only pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication, I experienced persistent lower back pain for three months. After examination, I was diagnos...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin, if follow-up X-rays show that the compression fracture has healed three months after the injury and you do not experience any pain during movement, you can gradually discontinue the use of the back brace and return to normal activities. However, it is important to ...[Read More] Managing Acute Compression Fractures of the Lumbar Spine: A Patient's Guide
Understanding Coccyx Injuries: Causes of Pain, Infection, and Treatment
Coccygeal injury Doctor, I recently sought treatment elsewhere for a bruise and small fracture of my coccyx caused by a fall while ice skating. Initially, the injury was red, swollen, and inflamed, but a few days later, the skin suddenly broke open and started bleeding. A small w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may be a case of inflammation due to a bacterial infection following an injury. It is important to actively manage the situation by draining any pus, taking antibiotics, and properly treating the wound to prevent more severe infection.[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Injuries: Causes of Pain, Infection, and Treatment
Are Injection Safety Concerns Valid in Orthopedic Treatments?
Concerns about the safety of orthopedic needle injections? I fell in front of the rehabilitation department and experienced severe pain in my fifth toe. The doctor was unable to determine if it was fractured, so to alleviate the pain, I received an injection at that moment. After...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, if you have sustained a fracture due to a fall, the healing process typically takes two to three months. During this time, you may experience pain and swelling, which can last for several weeks. It would be advisable to consult an orthopedic surgeon to assess whether surgi...[Read More] Are Injection Safety Concerns Valid in Orthopedic Treatments?
Knee Pain After Fall: Possible Injuries and Treatment Options
Five days ago, I fell off my bike and landed on my right knee? Hello Doctor, five days ago I fell off my bike and landed on my right knee. Although I don't feel pain when sitting and bending my knee, I experience pain in the front of my knee when standing or walking. What ty...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Knee impact injuries can affect various tissues, including soft tissue, bone, and ligaments, which may all sustain contusions. It is advisable to consult an orthopedic specialist. The physician will assess whether an X-ray is necessary. Resting usually helps alleviate pain, and o...[Read More] Knee Pain After Fall: Possible Injuries and Treatment Options
Should You See a Doctor After a Chin Injury from a Fall?
If you slip and hit your chin, is there a displacement of the jaw? Should you see a doctor? Hello doctor, I accidentally slipped in front of the bathroom and hit my chin on the floor. Now, it hurts when I touch my chin, and I'm worried if there might be a dislocation. My hea...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, if there is a fracture of the mandible, there should be pain when biting. If there is a dislocation, it may be impossible to open or close the mouth. Based on your description, it seems to be a contusion causing a periosteal hematoma, which can result in localized pain, sw...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor After a Chin Injury from a Fall?
Could My Symptoms Indicate a Potential Spinal Fracture?
Is there a high possibility that my symptoms indicate a spinal fracture? Hello Dr. Lee: I am 19 years old and have ankylosing spondylitis. Previously, I only experienced pain in my buttocks, and I am currently taking Salazopyrin to stabilize my condition. However, in the past six...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: Typically, fractures of the vertebral arch caused by acute trauma present with significant pain symptoms. Since you did not experience acute back pain after your motorcycle accident 1.5 months ago, it is unlikely that you have a vertebral arch fracture. Commonly, vertebral...[Read More] Could My Symptoms Indicate a Potential Spinal Fracture?
Understanding Tailbone Injuries: When to Seek Treatment After a Fall
Slipped down the stairs and landed on my butt? Today, I slipped down about three steps on the stairs and landed hard on my buttocks. Initially, the pain was located at the junction of my buttocks and the back of my thigh. After a while, the pain shifted to the inner thigh extendi...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello: Generally, conservative treatment is sufficient, and no further intervention is needed. This type of injury typically takes about three weeks to heal.[Read More] Understanding Tailbone Injuries: When to Seek Treatment After a Fall
Understanding Tailbone Injuries: When to Seek Treatment After a Fall
Slipped down the stairs and landed on my butt? Today, I slipped down about three steps on the stairs and landed hard on my buttocks. Initially, I felt pain at the junction of my buttocks and the back of my thigh. After a while, the pain shifted to the inner thigh extending slight...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello: Generally, conservative treatment is sufficient, and no further intervention is needed. This type of injury typically takes about three weeks to heal.[Read More] Understanding Tailbone Injuries: When to Seek Treatment After a Fall
Understanding Tailbone Injuries: Treatment Options After a Fall
Slipped down the stairs and landed on my butt? Today, I slipped down about three steps on the stairs and landed hard on my buttocks. Initially, the area where my buttocks connect to the back of my thigh was very painful. After a while, the pain shifted to the inner thigh extendin...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello: Generally, conservative treatment is sufficient, and no further intervention is needed. This type of injury typically takes about three weeks to heal.[Read More] Understanding Tailbone Injuries: Treatment Options After a Fall
Understanding Crush Fracture Injury Levels and Recovery Timeline
Crush fracture injury classification Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on November 2nd and went to the emergency room that day. The next day, I underwent surgery for a comminuted fracture of the distal tibia (the surgery used a self-funded 3.5 mm titanium locking compression ...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you discuss the follow-up rehabilitation situation and methods with your attending physician during your next visit. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Crush Fracture Injury Levels and Recovery Timeline