Fingers, Orthopedics FAQ - Page 3

Radial and ulnar bone issues (car accident) Q1: Can the ulnar styloid process be visually assessed for excessive prominence compared to the other hand? Q2: Can the ulnar styloid process be palpated to determine if it is deformed or normal? Q3: When I rotate my forearm, there ...

Postoperative Issues Following Distal Radius Surgery Hello Dr. Chen, I suffered a distal radius fracture in my left wrist due to a fall on June 14. I underwent surgery with a titanium alloy plate fixation and had a cast for six weeks. I have been doing rehabilitation, but it has...

If you are experiencing pain in your finger joints, you should consult a rheumatologist or an orthopedic specialist? The left little finger joint has been painful since October 3rd due to playing the piano and stretching the fingers across larger intervals. Now, the left little f...

How to prevent joint stiffness in the early stages of a radial head fracture? Subject: I slipped and fractured my right radial head on October 12. The X-ray is as follows: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vRAkhA6uLM8Uqqh5XZ9PjkQNRnN0kFZt/view?usp=sharing. I have visited the docto...

Wrist bone protrusion? The middle finger of my left hand was forcefully pulled, raising my entire arm. Subsequently, my wrist was pressed down, resulting in complete swelling at the wrist. Visually, it appears that the bone on the outer side of the wrist has been displaced and is...

Mid-shaft fracture of the right humerus? Currently in the second week post-injury, aside from feeling bone displacement while sleeping, I can still move my fingers normally at other times (no nerve damage). The X-ray shows complete displacement, which has been realigned with a ca...

Minor bone fracture of the hand? I sustained a minor fracture in my elbow from a skateboard fall and went to a clinic for treatment. The doctor referred me to a larger hospital where I had two X-rays taken. The doctor confirmed it was a minor fracture and said that I don't n...

Boxer's knuckle (extensor tendon injury) in the finger? I have been practicing Taekwondo and hitting the punching bag, and about 5 to 6 years ago, I noticed that when I make a fist with my left hand, the extensor hood of all four fingers shifts. Later, I researched online an...

Pain in the middle segment of the spine? Due to being unemployed and sitting at home for the past six months, I have developed back pain in the middle section of my spine over the last two months. When I gently press on that area, I experience soreness, which feels similar to inf...

Joint pain Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond to my questions. I have mild hallux valgus, but it does not affect my daily life, and I do not experience pain or discomfort when wearing shoes. Recently, I suddenly felt pain in my right big toe, specifically at ...

After a fracture, the hand is unable to open and lacks strength? I underwent surgery for a fracture of the radius and ulna, during which two metal plates and one screw were inserted. It has now been a month and a half, and I have been actively participating in rehabilitation. Mos...

Pain from the elbow to the wrist? Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. I had a car accident in early May, and after visiting the hospital, I was told that my bones were fine. However, since that accident, I have been experiencing pain in my elbow and wrist, my fingers fe...

The inner side of the foot is red? Hello Doctor: The inner side of my right foot (between the big toe and the ankle) is a bit red and painful when I press it with my fingers. It doesn't hurt when I walk, but it feels a bit warm to the touch. However, it doesn't seem to ...

Inability to bend the toe joint? On September 30, 2021, I fell after kicking a piece of furniture (my toe got caught in a fan, causing me to fall forward and severely bend my toe). It happened late at night, and the next day I woke up to find bruising on my toes and the top of my...

Finger issues Hello, recently I have been experiencing a feeling of discomfort and soreness in my left hand's index, middle, and ring fingers when bending them. This may be due to frequent typing or typing too forcefully. There is no redness or swelling, and I can still bend...

The finger joints feel stiff? Since I was about 15 years old, for nearly 3 years now, the joint connecting my little fingers to my palms has been stiff, making it difficult to straighten or bend them without exerting extra effort. I also cannot hold them at a midpoint angle. This...

After removing the nail, the thumb is unable to move? After the left radius and ulna fracture healed, I underwent surgery on November 18 to remove the pins. During the surgery, it was found that the healing of the left bone was not satisfactory, so only the pins from the right si...

Fracture of the left index finger and distal radius fracture of the left wrist? Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. I have recovered from a fracture and am currently undergoing rehabilitation. However, I have noticed that my little finger experiences pain at the joint ...

Postoperative swelling of the finger joints? Hello: I just underwent a tendon transfer surgery (transferring a tendon from my leg to my arm). Due to wearing a brace for 1.5 months post-surgery, my finger joints have not been active. After removing the brace, my ring and little fi...

I am unsure whether the pain is in the muscles or the bones? Hello, doctor. 1. Is it normal to hear popping or cracking sounds when rotating the head during stretching exercises? 2. There is a muscle located two finger widths behind the upper right shoulder that becomes sore a...