Understanding Muscle Strain and Pain in the Legs: Causes and Solutions
Regarding leg pain, tightness, and weakness..? I have a question regarding muscle fiber tears in the calves and thighs. I work in the electronics industry, where I have to stand and walk briskly all day, and sometimes even run to meet deadlines. I typically work over eight hours ...
Dr. Lin Yijun Reply:
Hello Ah Hao: Your excessive muscle use, especially engaging in intense activities without proper warm-up, can often lead to muscle strains, and this reasoning is reasonable. Additionally, since you have consulted with orthopedics, rheumatology, and neurology, and have undergone ...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Strain and Pain in the Legs: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Disc Herniation and Ankylosing Spondylitis Symptoms
Herniated disc? Ankylosing spondylitis? Hello Dr. Wang, I apologize for the lengthy message... ^^" Last year during the Lunar New Year, I was squatting down while holding a child, and at that moment, I felt fine. However, later that night, I suddenly experienced severe lower...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Ms. Lin: Generally speaking, young women without a family history have a low chance of developing ankylosing spondylitis. It is mostly likely a problem with the muscles or soft tissues. If there are accompanying symptoms such as lower limb numbness or sciatica, those cannot be ru...[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation and Ankylosing Spondylitis Symptoms
Managing Spine Bone Spurs and Disc Herniation: Treatment Options and Home Relief
Lumbar spine bone spurs and herniation? Hello Doctor, my mother has been diagnosed with bone spurs and a herniated disc in her lumbar spine, causing pain in her lower back and left leg, making it difficult for her to walk long distances or stand for extended periods. She has been...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Lumbar spinal stenosis is primarily caused by bone spurs or herniated discs that compress the sciatic nerve, leading to pain and an inability to stand for prolonged periods. Initially, anti-inflammatory medications may be used to alleviate symptoms; however, if these are ineffect...[Read More] Managing Spine Bone Spurs and Disc Herniation: Treatment Options and Home Relief
Which Specialist to See for Pelvic and Spine Pain?
If you are experiencing pain in the area where the pelvis connects to the spine, you should consult an orthopedic specialist or a spine specialist? I may have previously injured my lumbar spine, and I often experience soreness and pain. Recently, I've been feeling sharp pain...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
It is recommended to visit a hospital's orthopedic department for examination of the above symptoms.[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Pelvic and Spine Pain?
Understanding Hip and Lower Back Tendon Inflammation: Causes and Solutions
Tendinitis often occurs in the area where the lower back connects to the hips? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about the pain I've been experiencing in the area where my lower back connects to my hips for the past few years. After visiting the doctor, I was told that it wa...
Dr. Lin Yijun Reply:
Hello: First, without a direct examination, it is not possible to provide a definitive diagnosis, but the following opinions are for your reference. 1. If your lower back pain is accompanied by morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, worsens after rest, and improves wit...[Read More] Understanding Hip and Lower Back Tendon Inflammation: Causes and Solutions
Is It Sciatica? Understanding Your Hip and Leg Pain Symptoms
I'm not sure if it's sciatica? Hello, I experience intermittent soreness in the right gluteal area, which feels pressured when sitting for long periods. After sitting for a while, my thighs and calves also feel slightly sore, but standing for a bit helps alleviate the d...
Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Generally, sciatica is primarily caused by compression of the spinal nerves in the lumbar region, which may result from conditions such as herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, bone spurs, tumors, and other factors. In rare cases, it can also be caused by inflammation of the tendon...[Read More] Is It Sciatica? Understanding Your Hip and Leg Pain Symptoms
Understanding the Connection Between Right Shoulder Rotator Cuff Disorders and Disc Herniation
What is right shoulder rotator cuff disorder? Hello, Doctor Shi: What is meant by right shoulder rotator cuff disorder? I was diagnosed with a herniated disc at the 4th and 5th vertebrae compressing the nerve at Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital (I had a CT scan). After applying for labor...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The rotator cuff refers to a group of four muscles surrounding the shoulder joint. Its function is to allow the shoulder joint to perform rotational and lifting movements. If injured or torn, clinical signs may include an inability to lift the arm, weakness, and sometimes pain. T...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Right Shoulder Rotator Cuff Disorders and Disc Herniation
Understanding Persistent Pain Near the Buttocks: When to Seek Help
Hello! How can I assist you today? Hello, I would like to ask a question about pain in the area around the buttocks! Five years ago and four years ago, I visited the orthopedic department at a hospital for X-rays of my spine and coccyx, but the doctor said there was no issue. The...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
The location of the injury after a car accident is very important. If the impact occurs directly in the center of the buttocks when sitting down, it raises suspicion of a coccygeal issue (which can be diagnosed via X-ray). Additionally, if the injury is caused by lateral bending ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain Near the Buttocks: When to Seek Help
Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Effective Exercises for Relief
Sciatica I have been suffering from lower back pain for about a year. I have seen many traditional Chinese and Western doctors, but nothing has worked. The Chinese doctors say my muscles are tense and recommend massage therapy, but the results have been poor, and the pain recurs ...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
In young people, lower back pain is often related to muscle issues. However, if there is no improvement after treatment and symptoms such as leg numbness or pain (indicating nerve compression) persist, further examination is necessary. A common condition to consider is a herniate...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Effective Exercises for Relief
Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Is it a herniated disc (sciatica)? Hello Doctor: Around June or July of this year, I experienced frequent sneezing, almost one after another. I didn't seek medical attention right away, thinking it was just a cold. However, I felt that the impact of sneezing on my lower back...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
The intervertebral disc is a soft cushion located between the vertebrae, functioning to alleviate pressure on the spine during bending and weight-bearing activities, allowing the body to properly bear weight. Improper use can lead to inflammation, herniation, or even rupture of t...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Exploring Treatment Options for Cervical Spondylolisthesis: Beyond Neck Braces
Cervical vertebral dislocation Six months ago, I had an X-ray of my cervical spine, which revealed a small white area around the right side at the level of about 2-3 vertebrae. The doctor mentioned that there might be a slippage phenomenon, but it wasn't severe. I was advise...
Dr. Zhang Shengben Reply:
Cervical dislocation in young individuals is often caused by trauma, while common shoulder and neck pain is usually due to muscle fatigue and poor posture while sitting, standing, or lying down. If the pain is due to a herniated disc or cervical dislocation, it often leads to sym...[Read More] Exploring Treatment Options for Cervical Spondylolisthesis: Beyond Neck Braces
Understanding Sacroiliitis vs. Herniated Disc: A Patient's Journey
Sacroiliitis or herniated disc? About six years ago, I fell while playing badminton and sat on the ground. At that time, I did not seek medical attention, thinking that resting would resolve the issue. In the following years, I experienced lower back pain whenever I was overly fa...
Dr. Lin Yijun Reply:
Hello Ms. Su, Without having seen you in person or reviewed your imaging studies, the following explanation can only serve as a reference. Given your history of injury and the symptoms you have described, it is reasonable for the rehabilitation physician to consider the possibil...[Read More] Understanding Sacroiliitis vs. Herniated Disc: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions for Drivers
Soreness occurs only when standing or walking? My left leg has suddenly experienced soreness on the outer thigh and knee joint for the past 14 days, making it impossible for me to stand for more than a minute. Walking exacerbates the pain, and I need to sit down immediately to re...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your description, it could be sciatica or a herniated disc, although another possibility is a muscle strain, which seems less likely. The most important thing in this situation is rest, as the diagnosis indicates a spinal issue. Your ...[Read More] Understanding Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions for Drivers
Understanding Herniated Discs: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Herniated disc Hello, Doctor! I apologize for asking again... Are MRI or CT scans covered by health insurance? If not, how much would they cost out of pocket? What does rehabilitation typically involve? I know about spinal traction, but I don't feel much from it. Are there a...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
As long as the indications are met, health insurance can cover the costs. However, if the procedure has been performed within the last three months and there has been no significant change in the condition, health insurance will not provide coverage. A herniated disc may present ...[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Recovery After Surgery for Herniated Discs: What to Expect
Disc herniation surgery completed? Hello, I previously sustained an injury at work and did not seek treatment. After my discharge from the military, I worked as a cement worker, during which I experienced discomfort in my left leg from my buttocks to my left thigh for about two y...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Herniated disc, commonly known as a "slipped disc," occurs when the intervertebral disc bulges, ruptures, or becomes inflamed due to weight-bearing, compressing the nerves (sciatic nerve). Surgery involves the removal of the ruptured disc (complete removal can lead to s...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Surgery for Herniated Discs: What to Expect
Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Sure! Please provide the specific content or details you would like me to translate regarding sciatica? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask for your help! Thank you for your previous assistance. I used to feel pain (numbness) in the back of my thigh while walking, and my right foo...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Based on your age, the likelihood of a herniated disc causing sciatica is the highest. X-rays cannot detect this condition (it is usually identified through MRI or CT scans). Treatment generally involves rest, medication, rehabilitation, and possibly surgical intervention. If con...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Disc Degeneration: Can Hydration Help Relieve Pain?
Doctor, what if the moisture in my bone marrow has been depleted? Doctor: Hello, I suffered a herniated disc due to work in June of last year and underwent an MRI at Hsinchu City Hospital. The doctor mentioned that it is slightly mild, but it seems that the water content in my fi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
In adults, the water content of intervertebral discs gradually decreases over time. When the water content diminishes, the discs may appear dark on MRI, but this does not necessarily indicate a problem. Muscle soreness is not always related to this condition. If a herniated disc ...[Read More] Understanding Disc Degeneration: Can Hydration Help Relieve Pain?
Understanding Disc Issues: Is My Nucleus Pulposus Drying Out?
I would like to ask? It seems that the water content in my nucleus pulposus has dried up? Director: Hello. Last week I had an MRI, and the doctor said I have a mild herniated disc, but he noticed that the nucleus pulposus of my fifth lumbar vertebra appears dark. I don't qui...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Between the vertebral bodies, there is an intervertebral disc composed of fibers and water. As age increases, the water content of the intervertebral disc decreases, leading to a reduction in its height. If the intervertebral disc is injured, the nucleus pulposus may herniate, po...[Read More] Understanding Disc Issues: Is My Nucleus Pulposus Drying Out?
Understanding Sciatica: Effective Solutions for Chronic Leg Pain
Suspected sciatica? Hello Doctor: My mother is about 52 years old. Eight years ago, she underwent surgery for a herniated disc that was compressing the nerve on the right side. Since then, she has been experiencing intermittent pain and numbness in her right leg. In June of this ...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Sciatic nerve pain is caused by compression of the nerve within the spinal canal, which can result from factors such as bone spurs, soft tissue, or herniated discs. Based on the description provided by the internet user, it appears that there may still be an issue. It is recommen...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Effective Solutions for Chronic Leg Pain
Understanding Neck Strains: Recurrence, Recovery, and Treatment Options
Neck strain Hello Dr. Lee, I previously had a neck strain and after seeing a doctor for about 2 months and 10 days, I felt better last Tuesday. I didn't experience any discomfort for two or three days without medication. However, after attending a physical education class (b...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, a neck strain may be due to muscle strain, a stiff neck, or poor posture. At 21 years old, the likelihood of having bone spurs or herniated discs is quite low. However, if you continue to experience discomfort despite conservative treatment, y...[Read More] Understanding Neck Strains: Recurrence, Recovery, and Treatment Options