Post-Surgery Guidelines for Hip Joint Replacement: Sports Activities and Recovery Time
Postoperative hip joint care? Dear Dr. Wang, Due to the use of steroids, I have developed avascular necrosis of both hip joints (I had a partial hip replacement on my right leg in January, and I will also have a partial hip replacement on my left leg in July). I am very passiona...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: After hip joint replacement surgery, normal activities can gradually resume within two to three months. However, it is recommended to wait six months before engaging in vigorous exercise, as excessive high-impact activities can affect the longevity of the artificial joint....[Read More] Post-Surgery Guidelines for Hip Joint Replacement: Sports Activities and Recovery Time
Post-Cast Walking Pain: Is Your Foot Positioning Correct?
Experiencing pain while walking after removing a cast may indicate improper posture or gait? On August 18, I slipped and sustained closed fractures of the first, second, and third metatarsals in my left foot. My foot was immobilized with a cast and secured with an elastic bandage...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling in the foot after a fracture is normal because the bones are filled with blood vessels. After a fracture, the blood vessels will reconnect, and once healing occurs, the swelling will naturally subside. Currently, if there is significant swelling, elevating the affected a...[Read More] Post-Cast Walking Pain: Is Your Foot Positioning Correct?
Understanding Hip Replacement: Options, Recovery, and Costs Explained
Artificial hip joint I have been experiencing pain in both hip joints for over ten years. In recent years, my doctor has recommended a hip replacement surgery, stating that I would be hospitalized for seven days post-surgery. Currently, I have a noticeable leg length discrepancy ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The materials used in health insurance can last for several years, typically ranging from 5 to 10 years, provided that they are used correctly (avoiding excessive forceful movements). They can be durable and will not cause leg length discrepancies during surgery if measurements a...[Read More] Understanding Hip Replacement: Options, Recovery, and Costs Explained
Choosing the Right Surgery for Radial Head Fractures: A Patient's Dilemma
Treatment methods Dr. Shi, the patient has a closed fracture of the radial head. It has been four months since the plate fixation surgery. After multiple communications with the physician post-surgery, today the doctor mentioned the need for radial head excision. The patient is 3...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After the excision of the radial head, there may be a reduction in joint pain; however, after several years, symptoms of pain in the wrist or elbow joints may emerge, which is considered degeneration. This occurs because the proximal radius does not articulate with the humeral jo...[Read More] Choosing the Right Surgery for Radial Head Fractures: A Patient's Dilemma
Understanding Muscle and Joint Stiffness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Muscle and joint stiffness and pain? Hello Dr. Wang: I am asking on behalf of my mother (54 years old). Recently, she has been experiencing stiffness in her muscles and joints. The symptoms include difficulty standing for even a short period, and when she wants to change position...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Based on your mother's symptoms, they are likely related to joint degeneration. Osteoarthritis can cause stiffness, pain, and the need for warming up. Please visit an orthopedic department for further examination. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Muscle and Joint Stiffness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips for Height Increase
Height increase issues? Hello doctor, I am 16 years old and in the second year of high school, with a height of 168.8 cm. I started my menstrual period in the first year of junior high school. Currently, I am a dance class student, and I hope to reach a height of 172 cm. Is it st...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, once a girl has gone through puberty, she will not grow taller because the growth plates have closed. The growth plates around the knees and near the hip joints usually close between the ages of 14 and 15, which can be observed through X-ray imaging. These areas are wh...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips for Height Increase
Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking Solutions After 18 Months of Discomfort
Lumbar pain lasting for one and a half years? Dear Dr. Wang, I apologize for the lengthy message, but I believe that clearly describing my symptoms will help you understand my situation better. I have had scoliosis since high school, with a curvature of about 15 degrees. After g...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Scoliosis, combined with the fact that humans spend most of their time either sitting or standing, increases the likelihood of degenerative changes in the spinal joints. If the symptoms you described are indeed that severe, it is advisable to visit a hospital for further e...[Read More] Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking Solutions After 18 Months of Discomfort
Understanding Knee Discomfort After Running and Walking: Causes and Solutions
There is a feeling of soreness in the knee joint after jogging and brisk walking? After jogging for 15 minutes, I start to feel soreness in my left knee joint. When walking briskly, this occurs after 30 minutes. However, after reducing my walking speed, I still do not feel sorene...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If X-rays show signs of wear, it is classified as osteoarthritis. Joints with this issue tend to become inflamed after activity, leading to soreness. Swimming or cycling minimizes the impact on the knee joints, resulting in less discomfort. When walking, the force on the knee joi...[Read More] Understanding Knee Discomfort After Running and Walking: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Severity, and Treatment Options
Degenerative arthritis Hello, my grandmother has a lot of pain and swelling in her foot joints. Would osteoarthritis cause significant swelling and pain in the knees, or is it considered mild? My grandmother mentioned that the doctor said it was mild arthritis and that the bones ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Degenerative arthritis is a condition commonly seen in older individuals. Some symptoms can become more severe, potentially due to an acute exacerbation that leads to sudden inflammation and swelling, making it difficult to walk. This may also be caused by inflammation of the syn...[Read More] Understanding Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Severity, and Treatment Options
Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Height growth issues Hello, doctor: 1. Since I grew from 150 cm to 168 cm between the first and second year of junior high, I have only reached 170 cm in my second year of college. I would like to know if I still have a chance to grow taller. 2. My right knee makes a cracking sou...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu: Based on your description, you are unlikely to grow taller. It is normal for some joints to make sounds during movement without pain or limitation in activity, and no treatment is necessary. If you have any concerns, please schedule an appointment with the orthope...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Severe Right Shoulder Pain: Causes and Home Remedies
Severe pain in the right shoulder? Doctor, I have been experiencing a dull pain in my right shoulder before going to sleep, which escalated to severe pain that woke me up in the middle of the night. I haven't engaged in any intense physical activity recently, but the pain ha...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Joint pain is often associated with improper movements. Consider whether you have lifted heavy objects or performed repetitive actions. Additionally, keeping the joints in the same position for too long can also lead to pain. Of course, if there is a fever, it is important to con...[Read More] Severe Right Shoulder Pain: Causes and Home Remedies
Understanding Painful Bumps on Finger Joints: Causes and Solutions
Joint protrusion pain There is a protrusion on the right side of the second joint of the right index finger, with slight pain when bending.
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
It is likely arthritis; please visit the orthopedic outpatient clinic for an examination. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Painful Bumps on Finger Joints: Causes and Solutions
Managing Range of Motion After a Two-Month Open Radius Fracture
Range of motion after a hand fracture? Doctor, I have an open fracture of the right radius that has not healed for over two months, but my hand feels stronger. What kind of movements can I do? Will picking things up or writing affect the healing process?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Nearby joints can perform movements such as wrist extension and flexion. If there is no pain, external or internal rotation can also be done. Activities like picking up objects or writing do not actually affect growth rate.[Read More] Managing Range of Motion After a Two-Month Open Radius Fracture
Five Years Post-Car Accident: Managing Elbow and Knee Pain
Five years after the car accident, experiencing pain in the elbow and knee joints? The car accident occurred five years ago, resulting in an injury to the left arm, which was unable to be raised at all. The left arm was swollen and there was bone displacement. Since the accident,...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Pain caused by changes in weather after a fracture is often due to individual constitution or poor microcirculation. It is important to first confirm the healing status of the fracture. If the fracture has healed properly and the shape is normal, it is generally recommende...[Read More] Five Years Post-Car Accident: Managing Elbow and Knee Pain
Understanding Elbow Joint Clicking and Stiffness from Heavy Lifting
The right elbow joint feels stiff and restricted during movement? I have a question: I lift heavy objects every day, and recently I've noticed that my right elbow makes a "clicking" sound when I bend it during movement, which didn't happen before. It feels a b...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Excessive joint movement can lead to the aging and wear of cartilage, which may cause sounds during activity. If there is no pain associated with these sounds, it is generally not a concern. For example, the joints between our fingers can also produce sounds due to frequent bendi...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Joint Clicking and Stiffness from Heavy Lifting
Can Artificial Finger Joints Restore Function After Injury?
Is it currently possible to replace the little finger joint? My son injured his left pinky finger in May. After an X-ray at the clinic, the doctor said there was a fracture in the bone. They used three splints, applying them with breathable tape to create a contoured splint for s...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Dear Concerned Mother, If the interphalangeal joint of the little finger is injured and leads to traumatic arthritis, it is advisable to start with anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications along with rehabilitation therapy. Surgical intervention should only be considered in ...[Read More] Can Artificial Finger Joints Restore Function After Injury?
Understanding Pediatric Joint Issues: O-Shaped and X-Shaped Legs
Pediatric Joint and Bone Conditions Hello Dr. Lee: My daughter is 3 years and 2 months old, with a height of about 90 cm and a weight of 14 kg. 1. During her infancy, she had a slight bow-legged appearance, but now it has become quite pronounced as knock-knees. Is there a need fo...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: 1. It is common for physiological bow legs (genu varum) in children under 2 years old to naturally transition into physiological knock knees (genu valgum), and no correction is needed. 2. Typically, if there are sounds during joint movement without pain symptoms, it is gen...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Joint Issues: O-Shaped and X-Shaped Legs
Understanding Pubic Bone Pain: Causes and Solutions
Pubic pain Hello Dr. Shi, I usually wear jeans and often take a nap on my desk during lunch, and I frequently cross my right leg. Could this be causing pain in my left pubic bone? Recently, I've noticed tenderness when I press on it. Thank you!
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Poor positioning of the joints can affect the joints near the pelvis, so it's best to avoid unfavorable movements such as crossing your legs or wearing overly tight clothing, as these can also compress that area. Trying these adjustments may lead to improvement.[Read More] Understanding Pubic Bone Pain: Causes and Solutions
Does Walking After a Fracture Affect Bone Healing?
Fracture rehabilitation exercises Doctor, I have a fracture in my right hand, but I go for a brisk walk for over an hour every day after meals. Will this affect the healing of my bone?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is important to assess the location of the fracture and whether you are moving the fractured area during exercise. If you are only brisk walking and not engaging the fractured site, it should not be a concern. If the fracture is in the fingers, hand, wrist, or forearm, as long...[Read More] Does Walking After a Fracture Affect Bone Healing?
Finding the Right Pediatric Orthopedic Care for Hip Joint Issues
Pediatric Orthopedics My daughter is in the fourth grade of elementary school, and both of her hip joints are not in the correct position. Last year, she underwent traction surgery on her right leg, and she has been receiving rehabilitation at China Medical University for over fi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The symptoms you described may be indicative of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH). As far as I know, the pediatric orthopedic department at National Taiwan University Hospital performs quite well in this area. Their team has extensive experience, so it would be advisable t...[Read More] Finding the Right Pediatric Orthopedic Care for Hip Joint Issues