Understanding Knee Bumps: Pain, Treatment, and Future Risks
Regarding a knee injury, after a few months, a lump has developed internally... (continued) Dr. Li, I would like to ask you: This small protrusion under the skin sometimes hurts and sometimes is not painful at all (when it is not protruding, there is no sensation; however, it alm...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is quite difficult to determine the issue based on your description. I recommend that you visit the orthopedic department at Far Eastern Memorial Hospital in Banqiao for the quickest and most accurate diagnosis. If you are unsure which phys...[Read More] Understanding Knee Bumps: Pain, Treatment, and Future Risks
Understanding Shoulder and Elbow Pain After an Injury: What to Do Next
Help with shoulder and elbow issues? Dear Dr.: I can speak and read in Chinese. Please reply in Chinese if it’s easier. Here comes my X-ray report: Right shoulder: No fracture or soft tissue calcification is seen. A bone island is noted in the humeral head. The glenohumeral an...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Based on your description, it is likely a soft tissue injury, which could cause pain and weakness in your shoulder and elbow joints. If you are unable to raise your shoulder above ninety degrees, it may indicate a rotator cuff injury. An MRI examination would be necessary to asse...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder and Elbow Pain After an Injury: What to Do Next
Understanding Elbow Dislocation After a Car Accident: Symptoms and Recovery
Elbow dislocation? Dear Dr.: I had a car accident in June. It was a head-on/side collision, and I wasn't wearing a seatbelt. My forehead, right shoulder, and left leg were injured, but I didn't have any broken bones (as confirmed by X-rays). However, my right shoulder ...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Injury of the right shoulder without bony fracture and weakness of movement of the right shoulder. Rupture of the rotator cuff and tendinitis is suspected. Please check MRI for diagnosis. Ching-Nien Yeh.[Read More] Understanding Elbow Dislocation After a Car Accident: Symptoms and Recovery
Managing Post-Car Accident Orthopedic Issues: Pain Relief Strategies
Post-accident sequelae? I was in a car accident yesterday, and I don't remember how I fell. When I woke up, I was able to get up and ride my bike to work. After that, I immediately went to the emergency room, where I had an X-ray, and the doctor said everything was fine. How...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, injuries caused by a car accident typically result in contusions or sprains. Muscles, tendons, and soft tissues may experience bruising or microvascular hematomas or bleeding, usually leading to pain and weakness within 48 to 72 hours. Based o...[Read More] Managing Post-Car Accident Orthopedic Issues: Pain Relief Strategies
Understanding Femoral Head Overgrowth: Surgical Options and Insights
Proliferation of the femur? Hello, doctor. I previously suspected that the protrusions on both sides of my hips were due to congenital hip dislocation. However, after an X-ray, I realized I misjudged the diagnosis; the result showed that it was due to the broadness of my hips for...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Mr. Allen, 1. It is possible to remove the protruding bone, but this would unnecessarily increase the surgical risks and result in an additional scar, which may be too great a sacrifice. 2. I did not undergo surgery for cosmetic reasons. 3. The double incision surgery is cu...[Read More] Understanding Femoral Head Overgrowth: Surgical Options and Insights
Can You Still Grow Taller at 21? Tips and Insights on Height and Orthopedic Health
Height At 21 years old and with a height of 170 cm, you may still have a chance to grow taller, but it largely depends on whether your growth plates have closed. Growth plates, or epiphyseal plates, are areas of developing cartilage tissue near the ends of long bones, and they ty...
Dr. Lin Gengxiao Reply:
1. Generally, the growth plates in males are fused by the age of 21, so the chance of natural height increase is no longer present. 2. Reports indicate that surgical procedures for height increase carry associated risks and require individual assessment in an outpatient setting...[Read More] Can You Still Grow Taller at 21? Tips and Insights on Height and Orthopedic Health
Understanding Jaw Issues: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
About the chin? I am about to enter my senior year, but my jaw issue still hasn't improved. During middle school, there was a night when I chewed gum for too long, which caused my jaw to suddenly become immobile the next day at noon. After a while, it regained movement, but ...
Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
For jaw joint issues, please consult a dentist (oral surgeon).[Read More] Understanding Jaw Issues: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Correcting Head Positioning Issues in Children: A Guide for Parents
Head habitually tilted to one side (cervical region)? Hello, Deputy Director: My son has a habit of tilting his head to one side. It is not torticollis, but rather it seems that a certain segment of his neck has not developed properly. Which specialty should we consult for this i...
Dr. Sun Ruisheng Reply:
Based on your description, it is possible that your child has torticollis. Could you please take your child to the orthopedic outpatient clinic for evaluation?[Read More] Correcting Head Positioning Issues in Children: A Guide for Parents
Concerns About Bunion Surgery: Costs and Options Explained
I've been worried for a long time! Hello: I have a bone protrusion next to my big toe (closer to the sole) that seems to have been there since childhood. I've only started to find it unattractive as I've grown older, but it doesn't hurt. Can I undergo surgery ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The protrusion of the big toe bone may be caused by hallux valgus, which is related to wearing pointed or smaller shoes for an extended period. This leads to pressure that causes the head of the first metatarsal bone at the base of the big toe to enlarge and protrude inward. Hall...[Read More] Concerns About Bunion Surgery: Costs and Options Explained
Understanding Postural Kyphosis: When to Seek Medical Advice
Kyphosis Hello, I noticed in the FAQ that the physician mentioned: "Postural kyphosis can be adjusted voluntarily and self-corrected. When straightened, it returns to normal; this type of kyphosis is the most common, and correction methods can change walking posture." D...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Bottle Network User: Postural kyphosis refers to an adjustable and changeable angle of spinal flexion, often caused by habitual behaviors, physical activity, or the shyness commonly experienced by adolescent girls, leading to poor posture characterized by a reluctance to lif...[Read More] Understanding Postural Kyphosis: When to Seek Medical Advice
Does Pillow Height Affect Posture and Hunchback Issues?
Does the height of a pillow affect hunchback posture? Hello Dr. Chen, sometimes people remind me that I have a hunchback, so I lift my head and straighten my chest, and then I don't have a hunchback anymore. When I'm feeling down or not paying attention, I tend to hunch...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Anbang, It seems that you may be overthinking this. As long as you have undergone an examination by an orthopedic physician and have been confirmed to have no skeletal abnormalities, you should feel reassured. The height of your pillow is likely unrelated to your hunchback ...[Read More] Does Pillow Height Affect Posture and Hunchback Issues?
Understanding Knee Replacement Surgery: Costs and Recovery Insights
Artificial knee joint Dear Dr. Yang, On January 14, my mother was involved in a head-on collision with a drunk driver and was taken to Taichung Hospital's emergency department. The diagnosis included: left ulnar olecranon fracture and upper third fracture, left elbow joint ...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Wan-Yi, your mother has sustained such severe injuries, and it is easy to imagine the force of the impact at the time of the injury. Strictly speaking, every injured area has the potential for complications. Of course, the severity of these complications is closely related t...[Read More] Understanding Knee Replacement Surgery: Costs and Recovery Insights
Understanding Hip Dislocation: Recovery and Treatment Options
Femoral head dislocation After a dislocation, I had a massage therapist put it back in place, but after lying down for a while, my leg cannot be straightened. Is this a normal phenomenon? Will it get better after a few days of rest? If I go to see an orthopedic doctor, what treat...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
First, a hip dislocation requires a significant impact to occur, and it must be reduced under anesthesia. Therefore, the diagnosis made by a bone setter is unreliable. Additionally, a dislocated femoral head can lead to avascular necrosis of the femoral head. It is advisable to c...[Read More] Understanding Hip Dislocation: Recovery and Treatment Options
Is It Arthritis? Understanding Joint Pain and Mobility Issues
Is it a type of arthritis? One of my friends often lifts their head while walking, has slightly stiff shoulders, and exhibits a hunched posture. Their spine feels rigid, and their limbs often lack flexibility. They are unsure whether they need rehabilitation or should see an orth...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Jiz: Are the symptoms you described present in young males around the age of 20? If so, please have him undergo further examination by an orthopedic specialist. In addition to scoliosis and tendinitis, another possibility that must be checked is ankylosing spondylitis.[Read More] Is It Arthritis? Understanding Joint Pain and Mobility Issues
Seeking Help for Clavicle Fracture and Concerns After Car Accident Abroad
I urgently need help with a collarbone fracture while studying abroad? Hello Doctor, I am currently studying in the UK. A few days ago, I was hit by a car while crossing the street. An X-ray at the local public hospital revealed a significant fracture of my left clavicle/collar...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Jeffrey, You mentioned two issues, so I will address them separately: 1. Clavicle fracture: Generally speaking, clavicle fractures do not require surgical intervention and can be treated with a figure-of-eight brace. The healing rate is over 95%, provided that the fracture...[Read More] Seeking Help for Clavicle Fracture and Concerns After Car Accident Abroad
Understanding Frog Legs: Diagnosis and Military Exemption Criteria
Frog Leg Identification Hello, doctor: I would like to ask how to assess frog legs (methods of evaluation such as measuring with a ruler or taking X-rays) and how severe the condition must be to be exempt from military service. Thank you.
Dr. Lin Gengxiao Reply:
1. The term "frog legs" commonly refers to a condition where the patient falls backward when squatting. The main causes of this phenomenon are twofold: one is the spasm of the gluteal muscles, and the other is a shortened Achilles tendon (though most people tend to beli...[Read More] Understanding Frog Legs: Diagnosis and Military Exemption Criteria
Understanding Frog Legs: Treatment Options and Recovery in Orthopedics
Frog legs Doctor, does Yunlin Hospital offer treatment for frog leg syndrome? What is the surgical success rate? How many days of hospitalization are required after the surgery? Can I return to work immediately after discharge? What is the scar size? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Lin Gengxiao Reply:
1. The term "frog legs" commonly refers to a condition where patients fall backward when squatting. The main causes of this phenomenon are twofold: one is the spasm of the gluteal muscles, and the other is a shortened Achilles tendon (though most people tend to believe ...[Read More] Understanding Frog Legs: Treatment Options and Recovery in Orthopedics
Understanding Ganglion Cysts: What You Need to Know About Active Tissue Cells
About ganglion cysts? Dr. Chen: Hello, I have a one-centimeter cartilage-like bump on the dorsum of my foot that has not been painful, and I haven't paid much attention to it. Last year, I had an X-ray examination, and the doctor said it was a ganglion cyst, advising me to m...
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Ms. Huang, Generally, tumor cells are mostly active tissue cells, and whether they are benign or malignant may require a biopsy for confirmation. After the MRI examination, you should discuss with your physician whether surgical removal or biopsy is necessary. If you still ...[Read More] Understanding Ganglion Cysts: What You Need to Know About Active Tissue Cells
Understanding Jaw Clicking: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Jaw clicking? Hello Dr. Yeh: I have noticed that sometimes I intentionally open my mouth wide and move my right lower jaw (around the area behind the molars) as if this is the only way to reposition the joint of my right lower jaw (I can hear a clicking sound). I didn't thin...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Director Yeh: Please respond from the dental department regarding Ms. Liu's description of her unique activity with the right temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This is necessary to reposition the right TMJ, and during the movement, she experiences a clicking sound, which is a s...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Clicking: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Can Spinal Cord Injury from Neck Fractures Lead to Recovery?
Will a cervical spine fracture cause paralysis in the lower body, and is there any hope for recovery in the future? My brother-in-law climbed a coconut tree and accidentally fell down. Although the height wasn't great, he landed on his head, resulting in a fracture of the fi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Cervical spine injuries combined with spinal cord damage can sometimes result in paralysis of the lower body. If the injury is severe, the prognosis for recovery may be poor. However, if the injury is less severe, there is a chance of regaining some function. It is essential to f...[Read More] Can Spinal Cord Injury from Neck Fractures Lead to Recovery?