Managing Pain After Radius Surgery: What You Need to Know
Radial bone surgery Doctor, I have a question: A year and a half ago, I had surgery on my right radius and had a plate inserted. Now, the area where the plate is located is painful, and there is a small protrusion at that site. A few days ago, I had an X-ray, and there were no ab...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
In general, after a fracture surgery, there should be a certain degree of healing around three months post-operation, and there should not be any protrusions or pain at this time. If you are experiencing these issues, in patients with distal radius fractures, it may be necessary ...[Read More] Managing Pain After Radius Surgery: What You Need to Know
Is It Time to Remove My Surgical Plate? Addressing Pain and Discomfort
Is the nail too long? Doctor: I had surgery on my right radius a year and a half ago, where a plate was placed (it can be removed or left in). It hasn't been taken out yet. Recently, due to work-related activities, I've been using my hand a lot. Now, the area where the ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: If the fracture has healed well, removing the plate may improve the sensation of foreign body. It is important to first confirm that the fracture has completely healed. Based on your symptoms, it is also possible that the issue is related to tendon involvement in the hand....[Read More] Is It Time to Remove My Surgical Plate? Addressing Pain and Discomfort
Understanding Humeral Nail Protrusion and Nerve Injury Risks
Humeral nail Hello, I had a distal humerus fracture in my right arm last March and had a steel nail implanted. I would like to know if it is normal for the nail to protrude at the joint area and be palpable. Also, if it is removed, is it true that it could damage the nerves and l...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the radial nerve is a very sensitive nerve that is often affected during humeral fractures or surgeries. Even slight traction can lead to wrist drop. Fortunately, the majority of wrist drop cases are temporary and will resolve spontaneously within approximately three month...[Read More] Understanding Humeral Nail Protrusion and Nerve Injury Risks
Post-Amputation Care: Seeking Guidance After Finger Injury
Finger amputation I sustained an injury at work that resulted in the amputation of my ring finger (only a small portion remains). During a recent follow-up appointment, the doctor observed that the surgical wound had already scabbed over and suggested that I consider getting a pr...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Generally, after a finger amputation surgery, recovery takes about six weeks. If the wound has healed for more than three weeks, it is safe to come into contact with water. Given your current condition, you are still within the normal recovery period. You should follow your physi...[Read More] Post-Amputation Care: Seeking Guidance After Finger Injury
Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Multiple Joints
Shoulder blade, wrist joint, knee joint, ankle joint, lumbar intervertebral disc, sternum? The trapezius muscle has been in a forward-leaning position for a period of time while using a laptop about 8.9 years ago, resulting in long-term stiffness and soreness in the deeper areas ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Shoulder and neck pain is usually caused by overuse, and reducing activity in this area along with moderate heat therapy or some rehabilitation treatments may lead to improvement. If the right wrist joint continues to be problematic, it may be necessary to check for ligament issu...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Multiple Joints
Understanding Crush Fractures of the Ring Finger: Recovery and Concerns
Crush fracture of the ring finger? Hello Doctor: I have a comminuted fracture in the second phalanx of my ring finger. The attending physician said that the upper half of the joint is fine, but the lower half is broken into three pieces. They performed surgery and inserted two st...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Reader, Using steel pins for the fixation of finger fractures is a common and widely accepted surgical method. Its advantages include less tissue disruption and easier removal of the pins. However, its fixation strength is relatively weak, and appropriate protection is nece...[Read More] Understanding Crush Fractures of the Ring Finger: Recovery and Concerns
Understanding Lower Back Pain and Popping Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain with popping sounds in the joints? In recent months, I have been experiencing significant lower back discomfort. When I sit in a chair and move one foot outward, I can hear a cracking sound from my lower back, accompanied by a sensation of bone movement, which pro...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Lower back pain may be related to work or prolonged standing. If the symptoms persist, it is necessary to see a physician. The presence of sounds from the bones does not necessarily indicate a disease; it is often the result of ligaments sliding over the bones, which can produce ...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain and Popping Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Elbow Fractures: Impact of Bone Fragments on Recovery
Elbow fracture Hello Doctor: Earlier this year, I suffered a humeral fracture in my left arm due to a car accident. I have been undergoing rehabilitation for the past six months. Last week, I had surgery to remove the bone screws, but I still cannot bend my fingers to touch my sh...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Post-operative swelling typically lasts for about one to two months, which should not be related to the fractured bone. The degree of joint flexion is associated with the swelling. Unless the fracture is near the joint surface, it is not related. Continuing rehabilitation may hel...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Fractures: Impact of Bone Fragments on Recovery
Understanding Trigger Finger: Causes, Treatments, and Healing Options
What treatment options are available, and is it curable? Trigger finger is caused by inflammation of the tendon sheath, leading to impaired tendon movement and pain, typically occurring between the proximal interphalangeal joints of the fingers and thumb. The condition is often d...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
First, start with medication; if there is no improvement, add rehabilitation. If pain remains uncontrolled, then consider whether to undergo surgery.[Read More] Understanding Trigger Finger: Causes, Treatments, and Healing Options
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Complications After Humerus Surgery
Postoperative Issues of the Humerus Hello Doctor, I recently had surgery, and it has been six days since the operation. 1. The back of my hand is still swollen. 2. I cannot close my index and middle fingers when they are straightened, resembling a "peace" sign. 3. The a...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling typically subsides gradually about two to four weeks after surgery. If the fingers cannot close, it may be due to swelling or nerve compression or tension. Rehabilitation usually leads to gradual improvement; however, if recovery does not occur, further interventions may...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Complications After Humerus Surgery
Can Surgery Effectively Treat Tendonitis in the Fingers?
Tendinitis Hello Dr. Chen: I am currently working in cleaning, and I may have overexerted myself, which has caused pain in my finger joints. They appear swollen, and when pressed, it feels like there is fluid. So far, my treatment has mainly consisted of anti-inflammatory and pai...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit the outpatient clinic for evaluation and treatment by a physician, depending on the patient's condition. Thank you![Read More] Can Surgery Effectively Treat Tendonitis in the Fingers?
Understanding Humeral Spiral Fractures and Nerve Injury Compensation
Spiral fracture of the humerus In May of the year before last, I suffered a spiral fracture of the humerus while pitching and had a steel plate and screws implanted. In April of last year, I underwent surgery to remove the plate and screws, during which the radial nerve was injur...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Regarding medical malpractice and compensation, our hospital is not in a position to comment. In the case of radial nerve injury, one would observe the inability to extend the fingers and wrist dorsally in terms of motor function, while sensory function would present with numbnes...[Read More] Understanding Humeral Spiral Fractures and Nerve Injury Compensation
Understanding Swelling and Pain in Finger Joints: Possible Causes
My palm feels a bit strange? Hello doctor, about a week ago, the metacarpophalangeal joints of my left hand's index and middle fingers became swollen and slightly painful when pressed. This week, the swollen area has hardened, and the pain when pressed has decreased. There i...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Netizen: It is possible that you have tenosynovitis, but a definitive diagnosis still requires a physical examination for confirmation. Tenosynovitis is often related to overuse of the hand, and in more severe cases, it may progress to trigger finger. Wishing you health and ...[Read More] Understanding Swelling and Pain in Finger Joints: Possible Causes
Swelling and Pain in Hand: What Could Be the Cause?
My palm feels a bit strange? Hello doctor, about a week ago, I started experiencing swelling in the area between the proximal interphalangeal joints of my left hand's index and middle fingers. There is slight pain when I press on it, but pressing on the metacarpophalangeal j...
Dr. Tan Zhuowen Reply:
Hello, if there is no external injury and the hand only shows tenderness and swelling, it is mostly likely tendonitis. If the symptoms do not improve, you may visit an outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Swelling and Pain in Hand: What Could Be the Cause?
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
Morning Finger Stiffness and Hand Numbness: Seeking Solutions
In the morning, I have difficulty bending my fingers, and occasionally my palm feels numb? Hello, Doctor. When I wake up in the morning, I have difficulty bending my fingers. Occasionally, my palms feel numb, and I have seen a traditional Chinese medicine doctor for treatment and...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The most likely causes of difficulty in bending the fingers are arthritis or tendinitis. If multiple finger joints are painful and swollen, it is more indicative of arthritis. If only one or two fingers are affected, it is more likely to be tendinitis. Conditions like trigger fin...[Read More] Morning Finger Stiffness and Hand Numbness: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Artificial Finger Joints: A Guide for Patients with Thyroid Issues
Artificial finger joints Hello Dr. Shi: My mother is 58 years old. She had hyperthyroidism in her twenties and underwent treatment with radioactive iodine about 28 years ago. This year, while visiting Taiwan, we took her to the hospital for a check-up and found that she has devel...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is possible to undergo surgery while taking medication. However, without having seen the X-ray images, it is difficult to determine whether a finger joint replacement surgery is necessary. Generally, for finger joints, a joint fusion procedure is often recommended as it tends ...[Read More] Understanding Artificial Finger Joints: A Guide for Patients with Thyroid Issues
Understanding Finger Stiffness: Causes and Solutions for Inactivity
Prolonged inactivity of the fingers can lead to stiffness? Hello, I would like to ask about a strange phenomenon I have been experiencing, which seems to be getting worse. Currently, whenever I remain still for a period of time, my fingers become stiff. If my fingers are in an op...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
YH: It is unclear whether the morning symptoms are particularly severe. If so, it is important to consider the possibility of rheumatic disease. Additionally, pay attention to whether there is excessive movement of the fingers, which could lead to joint capsule inflammation. It i...[Read More] Understanding Finger Stiffness: Causes and Solutions for Inactivity
Understanding Right Humerus Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Right humeral fracture? Hello, Doctor. I suffered a comminuted fracture of the distal humerus in my right arm on March 11. I underwent surgery that afternoon at Taipei Veterans General Hospital in Neihu, where two plates and a screw were inserted for fixation. The cast was remove...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Nerve damage does not necessarily require reconnection; the recovery period may last from 3 to 6 months. Nerve conduction studies can assess the extent of the injury, and if there is no recovery after 3 months, surgical exploration may be considered.[Read More] Understanding Right Humerus Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Cold and Painful Left Index Finger Joint: Possible Causes and Solutions
The front joint of the left index finger is painful and cold to the touch? The front joint of my left index finger hurts and feels cold when pressed. I haven't experienced any recent injuries. I visited an orthopedic doctor and had an X-ray, which showed everything to be nor...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The finger joints consist of three areas: the proximal joint is called the metacarpophalangeal joint, the next one towards the distal end is known as the proximal interphalangeal joint, and the furthest one is called the distal interphalangeal joint. If you are unsure which joint...[Read More] Cold and Painful Left Index Finger Joint: Possible Causes and Solutions