Understanding Toe Fractures: Common Aftereffects and Recovery Options
Toe fracture I fractured my little toe after kicking a table leg. The doctor used an aluminum splint to bind my little toe and the toe next to it together with a bandage for a month. After recovery, I found that I cannot independently spread the two toes apart; I have to do it ma...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, we still need to check if the fracture is healing, whether there is any deformity, and if there is any pain. Typically, as you mentioned, if there is no pain, it should not affect mobility. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Toe Fractures: Common Aftereffects and Recovery Options
Post-Surgery Complications: Pus and Bleeding from Fracture Scar
Post-surgical wound discharge from a fracture repair site? Hello Doctor, I had a closed femoral fracture from a car accident on December 28 last year. I underwent surgery the next day, and on January 12, the doctor removed the stitches and said the wound was healing well. However...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if the area is small and there is no significant wound pain, it may not necessarily be an infection. However, if the wound is warm and painful, and you experience symptoms such as fever and chills, you should seek medical attention immediately. It is advisable to visit a s...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Pus and Bleeding from Fracture Scar
Evaluating Surgical Options for Ulnar Olecranon Fracture in Seniors
Ulnar olecranon closed fracture: considerations for out-of-pocket expenses for surgery? Hello, doctor. My mother is 71 years old. Recently, she fell while riding a bicycle and sustained a closed fracture of the olecranon of the ulna. The doctor mentioned that surgery is necessary...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the attending physician has provided a detailed explanation. Please discuss this with your family. Thank you.[Read More] Evaluating Surgical Options for Ulnar Olecranon Fracture in Seniors
Rehabilitation After Severe Foot Fractures: Safe Standing Practices
Rehabilitation exercise station Hello, doctor. On August 13, I had an accident and fell from a height, resulting in crush fractures in both feet, as well as fractures in my right calf and thigh. My left foot is more severely injured, and I cannot move it at all. On January 30, th...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, please trust your attending physician. If you have any concerns about rehabilitation, you can discuss them with your physical therapist. Thank you.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Severe Foot Fractures: Safe Standing Practices
Dealing with Persistent Knee Swelling After Patella Fracture
The patellar fracture and persistent edema have not improved, and I am concerned about potential long-term complications that could affect me for life? Since the car accident in December, my bone fracture hasn't healed, causing swelling in my knee. What should I do?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the fracture is severe, surgery is necessary. If surgery is not performed, swelling may require aspiration. Typically, this management will lead to recovery.[Read More] Dealing with Persistent Knee Swelling After Patella Fracture
Rehabilitation After First Metatarsal Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Rehabilitation for First Metatarsal Fracture Due to a car accident, I underwent surgery for a fracture of the first metatarsal bone. The procedure was named: "Open reduction and internal fixation of the left foot tarsometatarsal joint dislocation with fracture." The rea...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Heel pain is temporary and related to a period of not walking properly. Please apply heat therapy frequently. Stretching, as tolerated, will help improve the condition. The absorbable bone screws do not need to be removed. Thank you.[Read More] Rehabilitation After First Metatarsal Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
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
Post-Surgery Concerns: Is Swelling Normal After Calcaneus Fracture?
Post-operative issues following calcaneal fracture surgery? One and a half months after the surgery, the skin has been consistently swollen. Is this normal? I feel very confused.
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello! After surgery, you can apply cold compresses and elevate the affected limb to alleviate pain and swelling at the surgical site. If you experience persistent pain and worsening redness and swelling, significant bleeding, purulent drainage, loss of sensation at the surgical ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Is Swelling Normal After Calcaneus Fracture?
Understanding Sacral Injuries: Could It Be a Pelvic Fracture?
Pelvic fracture Last week, I accidentally fell down the stairs at school and slid down step by step. It was very painful at the time, and later that evening, my dad took me to see a doctor. However, the clinic was unable to perform X-rays at that time, so the doctor only asked ab...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello! When a sacral fracture occurs, there may not be obvious changes, making it difficult to identify on X-ray images. If you continue to experience numbness and pain in the lower body, please return for a follow-up appointment as soon as possible. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Sacral Injuries: Could It Be a Pelvic Fracture?
Understanding Recovery from Femur and Knee Fractures After an Accident
Femoral fracture, patellar fracture? Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident at the end of June last year, resulting in a fracture of my femur. The fracture was clean, but it affected my knee, causing a fracture of the patella along with muscle and ligament tears. The femur was tre...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello! Each person's condition and recovery process is different, so it is advisable to discuss with your attending (surgeon) physician. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Recovery from Femur and Knee Fractures After an Accident
Understanding and Recovering from a Fifth Metatarsal Fracture: A Guide
Fracture of the fifth metatarsal? Hello Doctor, on January 20th, I sustained a 2mm fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal due to a sprain. Currently, I am using a splint along with a walking boot and a single crutch. During my follow-up appointment on January 27th, the doct...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is best to wear it; otherwise, there is a possibility of displacement in the fracture site. 2. It takes approximately six weeks. 3. It may take two to three months to fully heal.[Read More] Understanding and Recovering from a Fifth Metatarsal Fracture: A Guide
Understanding Radius and Ulnar Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Options
Radius and Ulna Fractures My wife has suffered a complete fracture of the radius and ulna, which has been stabilized with a plate. It has now been a month and a half, but she still cannot open her hand, and both joints of her thumb are immobile. The radial nerve is damaged, and t...
Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
Hello Mr. Liu, it is recommended that you visit a medical center for an evaluation by an orthopedic or neurology specialist.[Read More] Understanding Radius and Ulnar Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Options
Understanding Left Pinky Toe Fracture: Healing and Treatment Options
Fracture of the left big toe? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the inconvenience, but my wife fell while moving heavy objects and landed on her left little toe. An X-ray at the hospital revealed that she has a fracture in her left little toe. The doctor advised her to rest at home ...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, if you have a toe injury with a fracture, it typically takes about three months for the fracture to heal. An X-ray taken after one month may not necessarily show the formation of callus; it mainly checks for any misalignment. Applying a cast may help with faster healing, b...[Read More] Understanding Left Pinky Toe Fracture: Healing and Treatment Options
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
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Radial Bone Displacement and Healing
Post-operative displacement of a radius fracture? Due to a car accident on September 22, I sustained a fracture of the distal radius with 1/3 displacement that was initially missed in the emergency department. It was later discovered during a follow-up visit to the orthopedic cli...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, could this situation indicate a bone displacement? Is it possible, as the doctor mentioned, that it is just an issue with the imaging angle? If there is a displacement, can it be manually reduced? Would a displacement lead to the bone healing improperly or not healing at a...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Radial Bone Displacement and Healing
Understanding Persistent Toe Pain After Injury: Causes and Solutions
Toe injury A few months ago, I kicked my toe quite hard, but there was no noticeable swelling afterward. I wanted to let it heal naturally, but even after several months, I can walk normally, yet bending my toe causes pain. Sometimes, I also experience sudden sharp pain. Could it...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, based on your description of the toe injury, it seems less likely to be a fracture, although the pain is quite severe. It would be best to have a doctor examine it. Using ointments, adhesive bandages, and resting usually leads to improvement. If the pain is intense, taking...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Toe Pain After Injury: Causes and Solutions
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
Understanding Proximal Radius Fractures: Healing and Complications
Proximal radius head fracture (1/3) Hello, doctor. Due to a car accident, I sustained a displaced fracture of the distal third of the radius. On December 7, I underwent reduction with absorbable bone screws and received absorbable bone graft. The doctor advised that to prevent ad...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Whether there is any displacement of the bone requires further examination with X-rays. You need to return to the hospital where your original surgery was performed for follow-up.[Read More] Understanding Proximal Radius Fractures: Healing and Complications
Understanding Recovery Challenges After a Fifth Metatarsal Fracture
Fifth metatarsal healing issues! Hello Doctor, I fell on December 9th (slipped in the rain while wearing high heels), and that night my heel swelled up. The next day, December 10th, I went to the emergency room and an X-ray revealed a fracture of the fifth metatarsal. During my f...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, weight-bearing can gradually begin about six weeks after a fracture.[Read More] Understanding Recovery Challenges After a Fifth Metatarsal Fracture
Understanding Radial Head Fractures: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Radial head fracture Could you please help me check if my radius is dislocated? It looks a bit crooked. 😓 If it is indeed dislocated, what methods are available to address it? Can it be manually reduced? Thank you, doctor. 🙏
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, the image you attached is not very clear. It appears to show a fracture of the radius and neck that has been surgically treated with the insertion of metal screws for stabilization. Your radius may be slightly misaligned, but it shouldn't make a significant difference...[Read More] Understanding Radial Head Fractures: Diagnosis and Treatment Options