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Understanding Achilles Tendon Contracture and Its Impact on Military Service

Achilles tendon contracture syndrome Dr. Shih previously examined you regarding the issue where you cannot touch the ground with your feet while performing a full squat, and if you do, you tend to fall backward. You were diagnosed with Achilles tendon contracture. However, during...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Frog leg syndrome refers to the spasm of the gluteus maximus and the spasm of the Achilles tendon, which are different conditions. However, both can result in an inability to squat or cause the individual to fall backward when attempting to squat. Generally, non-orthopedic specia...

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Complex Orthopedic Symptoms: Seeking Expert Advice for Relief

Complex symptoms, could you please take the time to respond, doctor? Thank you? Hello Doctor, I have been troubled by many issues for a long time, and I appreciate your taking the time to respond. Thank you. 1. I previously had an X-ray that indicated a bone spur at the C5 verte...


Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: 1. Local bone spurs in the spine do not necessarily cause pain in that area. Surgery should only be considered if there is nerve compression and symptoms cannot be alleviated by medication or rehabilitation. Nerve compression often leads to issues such as limb numbness and...

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Understanding Frog Legs: Addressing Foot and Heel Issues in Young Adults

Frog leg concerns? Since I was a child, I have been unable to fully place my heels on the ground when squatting with my feet flat. If I force it, I end up falling backward and landing on my butt. Now that I am 20 years old, it is still the same, and I find it difficult to perform...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
This may not be gluteal fibrosis; it is more likely an issue related to the contracture of the tendo calcaneus, specifically Achilles tendon contracture. It is best to consult a physician for an accurate diagnosis.

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Understanding Frog Leg Deformity: Future Implications and Non-Surgical Solutions

Diagnosis of clubfoot may lead to various future conditions if not properly managed. To improve the situation without surgery, options include physical therapy, the use of braces or splints, and regular follow-up with a pediatric orthopedic specialist. Early intervention is cruci...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A slight limitation in the range of motion of the joint will not have a significant impact; surgery is the best option.

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Knees Together but Heels Lifted: Understanding Your Squatting Issue

When squatting down, the knees can come together, but the heels will lift off the ground? Hello Doctor: When I squat down, my knees can come together, but my heels lift off the ground. This issue has been present since elementary school. At that time, my teacher said it wasn'...


Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: This is likely caused by tightness in the inner thigh muscles near the gluteal region. If there is no pain, no treatment is necessary, but you can visit an orthopedic department for confirmation. Thank you!

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Understanding Nerve Compression in the Lower Back: Causes and Solutions

Lumbar nerve compression Hello Doctor, I have a condition known as "frog legs," which means I cannot keep both feet flat on the ground when squatting; otherwise, I tend to lean backward. Recently, I've also noticed that I can only sleep on my side because when I li...


Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Frog legs are caused by tightness in the muscles on the outer side of the hips and thighs, but the likelihood of nerve compression is low. It is recommended to consult a physician for evaluation. Thank you!

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Understanding Frog Leg Surgery: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights

Frog limb surgery issues? Hello Doctor: May I ask if individuals with frog legs should avoid engaging in relatively intense sports? For example, how can the issue of frog legs be addressed in activities like badminton or basketball? Is surgery the only option, or are there other ...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There are no significant restrictions on engaging in physical activity, and surgery is not necessarily required. Other treatment options include the use of regional anesthesia or general anesthesia, with the surgery lasting approximately one hour. Recovery typically takes about t...

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Understanding Hip Muscle Fibrosis: Self-Assessment and Expert Insights

Please feel free to ask any questions? Hello, Doctor: 1. Is the examination for gluteal muscle fibrosis performed by having the legs together and the two angles flat on the ground? When I visited the military hospital, the doctor asked me to squat in a high kneeling position; i...


Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello: 1. Examination methods for gluteal muscle fibrosis and contracture: (1) The thigh must be abducted/externally rotated for the hip joint to flex to its maximum angle. (2) When the hip joint is flexed to its maximum angle, the thigh cannot perform adduction/internal rotation...

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Finding Top Orthopedic Specialists for Flat Feet and Frog Legs in Kaohsiung

Please call out? Hello, Doctor: I previously consulted you about flat feet and frog legs. I would like to ask if you know of any reputable doctors in Kaohsiung?


Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
It is recommended to search online for authoritative physician lists in Kaohsiung by using the keywords "flat feet and frog legs."

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Understanding Congenital Hip Dysplasia and Frog Legs: Symptoms and Diagnosis

Congenital hip dislocation and frog leg position? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about symptom assessment. I have always thought I had frog legs, but when I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for massage, he asked if my feet came out first at birth. After inq...


Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello Anthony: Infants delivered via cesarean section due to abnormal fetal positioning (such as breech presentation, where the buttocks or feet are positioned downward) are at a higher risk for congenital hip dislocation or hip dysplasia compared to those born through normal vag...

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Understanding the Challenges of Squatting with Feet Together: A Medical Perspective

Squatting with feet together? Hello: I have difficulty squatting with my feet together. During my first visit to an orthopedic clinic, the doctor diagnosed me with "frog legs." However, during my second visit to an orthopedic hospital, the doctor determined that it was ...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
When the feet are together, it is possible to squat down; however, if there is a frog leg position or Achilles tendon spasm, this movement cannot be performed.

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Understanding Fibrosis in Frog Legs and Bone Spurs Treatment

Frog limbs and bone spurs? Bilateral gluteal fibrosis (frog legs) can lead to various impacts or discomfort, including limited mobility, muscle stiffness, and potential pain in the hip and lower back areas. Regarding the examination of frog legs, it is typically assessed with the...


Dr. Luo Zhongwei Reply:
Patients with frog leg posture are unable to squat with their knees together. This movement impairment is rarely associated with bone spurs in the fingers. If bone spurs are indeed present, a definitive diagnosis should be established first.

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Understanding Muscle Shortening: Symptoms and Characteristics of Quadriceps and Achilles Tendon Issues

Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Hello, I am unable to squat due to my legs being together, and when I spread my legs with my heels flat on the ground, I tend to lean backward. A previous doctor mentioned it could be frog legs, but today ano...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Achilles tendon tightness can prevent you from squatting down completely. If you attempt to squat forcefully, you may fall backward. When sitting on the ground or a bed, if you extend your thighs and knees and forcefully dorsiflex your feet towards your abdomen, you will notice t...

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Understanding the Impact of Bilateral Hip Fibrosis (Frog Leg Syndrome)

Frog limb issues Bilateral gluteal fibrosis (frog legs) can lead to various impacts or discomfort, including limited range of motion, muscle stiffness, and potential pain in the hip and lower back areas. Additionally, it may affect posture and gait. Regarding the examination of f...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
When you perform a squat, your body tends to lean backward, and you are unable to cross your legs while sitting. Sometimes, there is a sound when the hip joint is flexed. It is advisable to bring your feet together to observe. You can also lie down and flex your hip joint to exam...

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Understanding Snapping Knee: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Options

Frog leg or Jumping leg Hello Doctor: I previously asked about the issue of frog legs and went to the physician you recommended for an examination. After a simple check-up, the doctor believes it is not frog legs but rather snapping knee syndrome. I did some research online, and ...


Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, please trust the physician's advice. The diagnosis of snapping knee can be made through physical examination alone, and no additional tests are necessary. As for the size of the surgical incision, you can directly ask the surgeon. Whether...

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Understanding Frog Legs: Orthopedic Concerns and Treatment Options

Is it frog leg? I would like to ask about the two small indentations on my buttocks. In the past, I was unable to squat with my legs together, but it seems to have improved a bit now, and I can manage to squat, although my legs become very sore, and I walk with my feet turned out...


Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: Don't worry about your question. Frog leg syndrome (gluteal muscle spasm) is now quite rare, so there's no need for concern. I recommend that you consult Dr. Lin Liu-Chi (available on Monday and Thursday afternoons) for the best answers and treatment. Wishing you...

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Understanding Frog Legs: A Guide to Hip Joint Measurement and Diagnosis

Regarding frog legs? Hello Dr. Yeh. I previously visited an orthopedic doctor due to issues with my inability to squat during military service physical examinations. At that time, the diagnosis was commonly referred to as "frog leg," which indicates symptoms of gluteal ...


Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. In response to your question, the inability to squat may be related to issues with the frog leg position and the ankle joints, and a clinic examination is necessary to determine the cause. Wishing you safety and happiness.

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Understanding High-Arched Feet and Frog Legs in Active Teens

Pes cavus frog limb I would like to consult a physician. My 14-year-old daughter loves to exercise but has been diagnosed with pes cavus. She often complains of foot pain and I have noticed that she is unable to squat on the ground with both feet flat together. The school health ...


Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
High arches can have some effects, but they can be managed with supportive footwear to reduce pain or discomfort during activities. Clubfoot can be surgically corrected, and aside from difficulties with squatting, it does not have other significant impacts on daily life.

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Understanding Frog Leg Deformity: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Frog limb 1: Is there a classification of frog legs that is caused by tight Achilles tendons, resulting in an inability to place the heels on the ground? 2: If this is the reason for the inability to squat, is surgical correction necessary? 3: How can one easily determine whi...


Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: Frog leg deformity is caused by fibrosis of the vastus lateralis muscle. When lying down with the knees bent at 90 degrees, check if the hip joint can flex beyo...

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Understanding and Treating Frog Legs: Options Beyond Surgery

I want to completely cure frog legs..? Hello Dr. Hong, I would like to ask you some questions regarding my frog legs condition. I've had this issue since childhood, but I never paid much attention to it. However, in recent years, as I've been practicing Taekwondo and ...


Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello, A-Ren. The term "frog leg" refers to the fibrosis of the gluteus maximus muscle, which requires abduction to achieve maximum hip flexion. This condition does not necessarily indicate the need for surgery, but it is essential to have a diagnosis from an orthopedic...

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