Managing Knee Pain and Stiffness After Tibia-Fibula Fracture Surgery
Knee issues About a month after my left lower leg tibia and fibula fracture surgery, I experience tightness and pain when bending my knee. What can I do to alleviate this sensation?
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
After a fracture, the knee may feel tight when bending. If bending the knee is allowed after the fracture surgery, I recommend frequently performing knee flexion exercises. This will help increase the range of motion in the knee joint and reduce tightness. If you avoid movement d...[Read More] Managing Knee Pain and Stiffness After Tibia-Fibula Fracture Surgery
Total Hip Replacement for Osteoporotic Patients: A Stepwise Approach?
Hip joint replacement in patients with osteoporosis? Father (70 y/o, severe osteoporosis): After a femoral neck fracture, he has undergone two surgeries: the first was an open reduction, but the fixation implant protruded, causing a defect in the lateral acetabulum; the second wa...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, for a femoral neck fracture without displacement, the National Health Insurance regulations in Taiwan only cover open reduction and internal fixation with bone screws. As long as the position of the screws is appropriate, the patient uses a walker, and ...[Read More] Total Hip Replacement for Osteoporotic Patients: A Stepwise Approach?
Coccyx Fracture Recovery Time: When Can You Return to Work?
The healing time for a coccyx fracture can vary, but it typically takes about 4 to 12 weeks for the bone to heal. However, some individuals may experience discomfort for How long does it typically take for a coccyx fracture to heal? When can I return to work (in the service indus...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
1. The healing time for a fractured coccyx is approximately 6 weeks. 2. If there is no severe pain, one can ride a motorcycle and return to work. 3. It is advisable to avoid prolonged pressure on the affected area (avoid sitting for long periods) and bending over to lift heav...[Read More] Coccyx Fracture Recovery Time: When Can You Return to Work?
How to Determine if Your Pinky Toe is Fractured After an Injury
Stubbed toe? Hello, I accidentally kicked my little toe against a chair in the evening, and it hurt for a while. How can a doctor determine if it's fractured? Also, under what circumstances should I see a doctor? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, if there is no bruising or swelling, it is unlikely that there is a fracture. If you are still concerned, you can visit an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray examination.[Read More] How to Determine if Your Pinky Toe is Fractured After an Injury
Understanding Coccydynia: Recovery Tips After a Tailbone Injury
Car accident - coccygeal closed fracture On May 9th, I was in a car accident. Initially, my tailbone didn't hurt, but by the time I went to bed, the pain was severe enough to keep me awake. The next day, I went to the hospital for an X-ray, and the doctor mentioned that ther...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Coccygeal closed fractures should avoid bending and lifting heavy objects. Generally, healing should occur within six to eight weeks. For a sprained elbow, it is recommended to reduce exertion, with healing expected in two to three weeks.[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Recovery Tips After a Tailbone Injury
Post-Surgery Numbness and Swelling After Toe Fracture: What to Expect
Post-operative numbness and swelling after closed fracture surgery of the big toe? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my condition. I suffered a closed fracture of my right big toe due to a car accident and had two exposed steel pins inserted. During my follow-up appointment...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Swelling and numbness may persist for one to three months after a fracture, primarily due to peripheral nerve compression caused by injury and swelling. Elevating the toes and engaging in movement can help alleviate some symptoms. Changhua Hospital cares about your health....[Read More] Post-Surgery Numbness and Swelling After Toe Fracture: What to Expect
Recovery Guide for Humeral Neck Fracture: Rehab Tips and FAQs
Fracture of the neck of the right humerus? Hello Doctor: On April 28, I suffered a fracture of the neck of the right humerus due to a car accident, and I am unable to lift my right arm at all. After surgery on April 29, a titanium plate was inserted, and I had my stitches removed...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The simplest way is to consult a rehabilitation physician to assess which type of rehabilitation exercises to perform. Generally, after shoulder surgery for a fracture, pendulum exercises can be done. This involves hanging the arm in a sling and leaning the body forward to allow ...[Read More] Recovery Guide for Humeral Neck Fracture: Rehab Tips and FAQs
Post-Surgery Recovery: Safe Rehab Tips for Humerus Fracture
Humerus fracture? The doctor and nurse advised me to do rehabilitation by using my palm to "climb" the wall to raise my hand to 40 degrees. However, today is only the 7th day post-surgery, and the bone has not healed yet. Will this activity cause the bone to break again...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, if there is a humeral fracture with a plate fixation, both the doctor and the nurse have indicated that rehabilitation can proceed, which suggests that the fracture is sufficiently stable. Therefore, you can continue with wall climbing rehabilitation. These rehabilitation ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Safe Rehab Tips for Humerus Fracture
Can a Sudden Impact to the Heel Cause Bone Injury?
Stubbed your toe? I would like to ask if when I turned around, my right heel hit the wooden floor and it hurt for a while, but then it stopped hurting. Is it possible that just the force from turning could injure a bone? Or are bones not that fragile, and it's unlikely to ca...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There may not be a fracture; if there were a fracture, you would likely be unable to stand up immediately. Additionally, check for any bruising; the absence of bruising makes a fracture less likely. This is for your reference. Furthermore, if the pain does not subside, you should...[Read More] Can a Sudden Impact to the Heel Cause Bone Injury?
Post-Surgery Hip Replacement: Understanding Pain and Swelling Concerns
Hip joint replacement with a partial prosthesis due to a fall fracture? Hello Doctor: My mother suffered a fall and fractured her hip. The doctor determined that she needed a partial hip replacement, which she underwent three weeks ago. However, she is experiencing sharp pain in ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, it has been three weeks since the surgery, and I am experiencing sharp pain in the groin and knee, along with tightness and hardness in the groin area. These are normal postoperative symptoms. Currently, my foot is still swollen, which is also a normal postoperative phenom...[Read More] Post-Surgery Hip Replacement: Understanding Pain and Swelling Concerns
Post-Operative Recovery Insights for Patellar Fracture Surgery
Postoperative care for patellar fracture? 1. Is the current condition of walking and going up and down stairs considered normal? 2. Generally, how long does it take to recover to the pre-surgery condition? 3. When is it appropriate to remove the screws and wires? 4. Is spinal ane...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, here are the responses to your questions: 1. Relatively normal. 2. Six months to a year. 3. Remove after one year. 4. Requires regional anesthesia and a hospital stay of 2-3 days.[Read More] Post-Operative Recovery Insights for Patellar Fracture Surgery
Foot Injury from Luggage: When to Ice and Seek Medical Attention
Toe injury from being crushed? Hello, I just hit my foot when I opened my suitcase and the lid fell on it. It hurt for a moment, but there are currently no visible issues. Should I apply ice or take any other measures? Additionally, under what circumstances should I seek medical ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is bruising or significant pain, it is necessary to apply ice and get an X-ray to check for any fractures.[Read More] Foot Injury from Luggage: When to Ice and Seek Medical Attention
Post-Surgery Swelling and Weakness After Steel Pin Removal: Causes and Solutions
Swelling persists after removal of the metal pin? Hello Doctor: I am Bo-Yen. I had surgery on March 3rd for a fracture of the right hand's small finger joint, where a steel pin was inserted. I was discharged on March 4th and my condition was good. However, after the pin was ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling may be due to a lack of movement in the fingers. Rehabilitation can be beneficial; if the joints are mobilized, blood circulation will increase, which can gradually reduce the swelling. Alternating hot and cold compresses on the affected area can also promote blood circu...[Read More] Post-Surgery Swelling and Weakness After Steel Pin Removal: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Slow Healing in Femur Fractures: What You Need to Know
Femoral fracture I would like to ask the doctor about my thigh fracture. It has been two and a half months, almost three months, and the bone has not completely healed. Is this considered slow healing? From the side view, the fracture line is still very noticeable, but the doctor...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
For femoral fractures, intramedullary nailing is used for fixation. If there is no comminuted fracture, practicing standing and walking can accelerate the healing of the fracture. However, if it is a comminuted fracture, one should follow the surgeon's recommendations.[Read More] Understanding Slow Healing in Femur Fractures: What You Need to Know
Understanding Persistent Pain After Clavicle Surgery: Next Steps
Injury from a car accident: fractured clavicle? After a car accident, I fell on my left side, resulting in a fractured left clavicle. I have already undergone surgery with a titanium alloy plate for fixation. It has been two months since the surgery, and I continue to experience ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There are no specific instruments to examine muscle pain, so you might consider physical therapy. Additionally, taking anti-inflammatory medications and trying heat therapy could be helpful. If there is an issue with muscle weakness, an electromyography (EMG) test can be performe...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain After Clavicle Surgery: Next Steps
Understanding Intramedullary Nail Removal: Surgery Duration, Recovery, and Aftercare
Removal of intramedullary nail? Hello Doctor, three years ago I underwent intramedullary nailing surgery for a closed fracture of my left femur. I have a few questions: 1. How long will the surgery take if the hardware is removed? 2. How many days will I need to stay in the hospi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The surgery takes approximately one hour. 2. The hospital stay is about two to three days. 3. Recovery takes about one week. 4. Usually, the stitches need to be removed.[Read More] Understanding Intramedullary Nail Removal: Surgery Duration, Recovery, and Aftercare
Post-Surgery Care for Humerus Fracture: Key Recovery Tips
Postoperative care for humeral fracture? Hello, doctor. Last week, I suffered a fall that resulted in a humeral fracture, and I had three metal pins inserted. During my hospital stay, the nurse advised me to engage in rehabilitation frequently. I have a few questions: 1. She me...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The arm suspended in a sling can perform pendulum exercises. 2. It is best not to remove the sling casually. 3. There is a concern about re-injury. 4. Swelling and numbness are normal phenomena, and the swelling will subside over time.[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Humerus Fracture: Key Recovery Tips
Post-Surgery Recovery: Is Lower Back Pain Normal After L5 Fracture?
Fracture and dislocation of the fifth lumbar vertebra with spondylolisthesis of the fifth lumbar vertebra and first sacral vertebra? Fracture and dislocation of the fifth lumbar vertebra with spondylolisthesis of the fifth lumbar and first sacral vertebrae. Postoperatively, exper...
Dr. Xie Hongjia Reply:
Dear Miss Yi-Yi: Regarding the issue you raised, since each person's situation is different, we recommend following up at the hospital. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Is Lower Back Pain Normal After L5 Fracture?
Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Healing Options and Concerns
Clavicle fracture Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident on March 6th, which resulted in a fractured clavicle. The fracture is displaced and not aligned properly. I had an X-ray done again on April 10th, and it still shows no signs of healing. The doctor has recommended surgery, ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the bones do not come into contact, healing will be slower. However, if they are in contact, healing typically occurs within three to six months. You need to continue monitoring the situation, and if healing does not occur, surgery may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Clavicle Fractures: Healing Options and Concerns
How to Handle a Pinched Finger: Care Tips and When to Seek Help
Finger pinched? My family member accidentally pinched their thumb's second phalanx while closing a sliding door, which got slightly stuck. Although it hurt for a moment, the pain subsided quickly, and there doesn't seem to be any swelling. However, they are still a bit ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a fracture occurs, it will be very painful, swollen, and bruised. If the condition is manageable, apply ice for two days and take some pain relievers. If it continues to worsen, you will need to see a doctor.[Read More] How to Handle a Pinched Finger: Care Tips and When to Seek Help