Addressing My Daughter's Left Foot In-Toeing Issue: A Parent's Concern
Regarding my daughter's left foot being pigeon-toed? Hello, Doctor: My daughter is 1 year and 11 months old. Previously, she walked and ran normally, but her preschool teacher noticed that her left foot has a slight inward turn, and she falls while running. From my observati...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can consult a pediatric orthopedic specialist. Generally, a child's in-toeing (internal rotation of the feet) is not a significant concern. However, if there are signs of difficulty while walking, it cannot be solely attributed to in-toeing. There may be issues related t...[Read More] Addressing My Daughter's Left Foot In-Toeing Issue: A Parent's Concern
Natural Remedies and Supplements for Bone Spurs: What You Need to Know
Bone spur My mother is 51 years old and was diagnosed with bone spurs two days ago. They said surgery is not necessary and suggested starting with medication before making any decisions. Are there any foods or supplements that can help with the issue of bone spurs?
Dr. Chen Xingyuan Reply:
Dear Readers: Bone spurs indicate that there may be some issues with the joints, which can be caused by factors such as degeneration, injury, or overuse. Common areas for bone spur formation include the lumbar spine and knee joints. Regardless of the cause, it is important to be ...[Read More] Natural Remedies and Supplements for Bone Spurs: What You Need to Know
Understanding Osteoarthritis: Pain from Leg Length Discrepancy
Degenerative arthritis! Hello Dr. Li! Four years ago, I was in a car accident that resulted in a leg length discrepancy; my left leg is about 3 centimeters longer than my right leg. I fractured my right leg, while my left leg is fine. Now, when I walk, my left leg (the longer one...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. A 3 cm difference in leg length can indeed lead to an unstable gait, resulting in uneven pressure on the joints and potentially causing degenerative arthritis. I recommend the following: 1. First, consult an orthopedic physician nearby, prefer...[Read More] Understanding Osteoarthritis: Pain from Leg Length Discrepancy
Criteria for Defining Toe Function Loss in Orthopedic Patients
What are the criteria for being classified as a "person with loss of toe function"? Dear Director Shi, I have been undergoing rehabilitation for over a year due to complete stiffness in my left foot toe joints. However, I have only achieved the following range of motio...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
In this situation, it is actually not possible to determine if there is a loss of function. From the perspective of foot function, walking is not an issue. Typically, a loss of function is considered only when there is a deficiency of two or more toes. You may want to visit a hos...[Read More] Criteria for Defining Toe Function Loss in Orthopedic Patients
Understanding Joint Swelling: Causes and Treatment Options for Finger Joints
Joint swelling In recent years, I have experienced swelling and protrusion in several joints of my fingers. The swollen areas sometimes feel hard and other times soft. The joint closest to the nail has become deformed and bent, which has been particularly noticeable since last ye...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit our orthopedic outpatient clinic for further examination so that we can provide appropriate diagnosis and treatment based on your actual condition. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Joint Swelling: Causes and Treatment Options for Finger Joints
Effective Care Strategies for Ligament Injuries: A Guide to Recovery
Treatment of ligament injuries? Hello! I fell on September 16 and landed on my right hand, after which I heard a "pop" sound. I couldn't use my right hand or lift it. I saw an orthopedic doctor who said it might be a ligament injury, but he didn't prescribe an...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Gimmy, your symptoms seem to be located around the left and right shoulder joints. The inability to lift your arms may be a residual effect of a ligament injury. You should consult an orthopedic physician for further examination to determine the cause, which is essential for subs...[Read More] Effective Care Strategies for Ligament Injuries: A Guide to Recovery
Understanding Hip Pain in Seniors: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Hip joint pain Director Shih: Hello, my mother (70 years old) has recently been feeling weak and lethargic (lack of energy/sleepiness), and she experiences sudden severe pain in her hip joints. Once, it happened when she stood up from a chair, and it also occurs after prolonged s...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It could be due to bone spurs. If there are issues with the hip joint, similar symptoms may also occur. It is advisable to consult an orthopedic doctor and get an X-ray to check for any problems with the hip joint. Preventive measures include avoiding excessive weight, not liftin...[Read More] Understanding Hip Pain in Seniors: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Ankle Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Treatment
Fracture of the left ankle and the associated joint fracture? Hello, doctor: I had a car accident on September 26, 2005, which resulted in fractures of both ankles and the connecting areas (near the joints), with 8 steel pins on the outer side and 2 on the inner side. I would lik...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The number of screws needed for a fracture depends on the surgical requirements to achieve stability. After casting, swelling may occur, and joint mobility will be restricted following the fracture. With continued rehabilitation, most patients can recover to a certain extent. Bon...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Treatment
Managing Osteoarthritis: Medication, Supplements, and Health Tips
How to take care of degenerative arthritis? Dear Doctor: I am a patient with osteoarthritis, and I also have hallux valgus and cartilage hypertrophy. When my condition is severe, walking becomes inconvenient, so I have been taking medication for a while. It's been three mont...
Dr. Lin Xiaoyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms of degenerative arthritis have significantly improved, which is a positive sign. It is advisable to engage in moderate exercise for maintenance, such as walking or swimming in water, or taking a leisurely 20-minute walk to maintain good physical fitness. Addi...[Read More] Managing Osteoarthritis: Medication, Supplements, and Health Tips
Can Calcium and Glucosamine Help Prevent Joint Degeneration in Seniors?
Elderly degeneration Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, my aunt is over seventy years old and has a tendency for joint degeneration in her lower limbs. Can taking glucosamine and calcium supplements help prevent or treat this degeneration?
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Elderly individuals who have long-term use of their knee joints may experience joint degeneration, which can be treated in various ways depending on the extent of cartilage wear. Generally, those with mild wear may only need to take anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medication...[Read More] Can Calcium and Glucosamine Help Prevent Joint Degeneration in Seniors?
Understanding Toe Fractures: Literature Insights on Poor Healing and Joint Issues
What would you like to ask? Dislocated and fractured toe bones with poor healing can lead to joint tissue scarring and adhesions, resulting in limited mobility. Wearing pointed shoes can cause pain near the joints. Could you please let me know which orthopedic literature referenc...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
This phenomenon is a common occurrence in orthopedics and does not necessarily require documentation in the literature. Typically, poor healing after a fracture can lead to pain and impaired function.[Read More] Understanding Toe Fractures: Literature Insights on Poor Healing and Joint Issues
Understanding Persistent Joint Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Joint pain in the limbs..? I have been experiencing foot pain for the past month. Initially, it was pain in both knees, but then the pain spread to the soles of my feet, and sometimes my calves and thighs hurt as well. Now, even my hip joints and fingers hurt, with different area...
Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
First, go to the hospital to see a rheumatologist for an examination to determine whether it is rheumatoid arthritis or fibromyalgia.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Joint Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Knee Joint Replacement After Car Accident Injuries
Questions about knee joint fracture and artificial joint replacement after a car accident? Last October, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in a knee joint fracture and ligament damage, though the ligaments were not completely torn. Currently, I have an incomplete sur...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. You can only regain a certain level of function, and it won't return to the pre-injury condition; however, you should be able to manage daily activities such as walking, going up and down stairs, and riding a bike, but you should avoid high-impact exercises. 2. Squatting...[Read More] Understanding Knee Joint Replacement After Car Accident Injuries
Understanding Degenerative Spine Conditions: Questions and Answers
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please Dear Dr. Lai, Due to my work, I often stay up late. Two years ago, one morning I was unable to get out of bed because my upper body was in severe pain. When I sought medical attention, the doctor informed me that ...
Dr. Lai Qiren Reply:
The so-called vertebral arch dissociation refers to a fracture at the vertebral arch of a specific vertebra. After a period of time, if the bone heals poorly, it can lead to increased pressure on the spinal joints, resulting in chronic inflammation and degeneration of the spinal ...[Read More] Understanding Degenerative Spine Conditions: Questions and Answers
Understanding Joint Pain: Causes and Tests for Hands, Feet, and Knees
Pain and discomfort in the hands, feet, and knee joints? Symptoms: My hands and feet, as well as my knee joints, feel somewhat achy, especially the foot joints. I experience pain in one or two fingers when pressure is applied to the hand joints, and my fingers feel numb after hol...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
First, check if there is overuse, or if standing too long or walking too far could be the cause. If there are no signs of redness or swelling and blood tests are normal, then consider getting an X-ray to see if there is joint degeneration or other changes.[Read More] Understanding Joint Pain: Causes and Tests for Hands, Feet, and Knees
Positive Effects of N-Acetylglucosamine on Joint Health
N-Acetylglucosamine Hello Dr. Hong: May I ask if N-acetylglucosamine has a positive effect on the joints? Can it improve knee joint conditions? Thank you very much.
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
According to the report, glucosamine has a positive effect on joints, as it can increase synovial fluid within the joints and reduce joint wear. However, if joint degeneration is too severe, its effectiveness is limited. In contrast, the effects of hyaluronic acid joint injection...[Read More] Positive Effects of N-Acetylglucosamine on Joint Health
Understanding Finger Joint Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Interphalangeal joint Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I started experiencing a clicking sensation in my finger joints, but there is no stiffness or swelling in the joints. This sensation occurs in the other four fingers of my hand, while my right thumb does not have this issue....
Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
This condition is trigger finger, which can be treated with local steroid injections, surgical release of the tendon, or rest.[Read More] Understanding Finger Joint Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Forehead Depressions: When to See a Specialist
Inquire again about the indentation on the forehead (referring to previous articles)? Dear Dr. Lee, I have a similar condition as the previous patient, with a depression on the upper left side of my forehead. However, it seems to be more severe, and I have also noticed a depress...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the field of orthopedics encompasses bones, joints, muscles, and the nervous system; however, some areas fall under other specialties, such as the skull, which is associated with neurosurgery, and the facial bones, which are related to plastic...[Read More] Understanding Forehead Depressions: When to See a Specialist
Understanding the Differences Between Gout and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis Hello, doctor. Could you please explain the differences between gout and rheumatoid arthritis? My joints often ache; is there a chance for healing?
Dr. Xu Zhaoren Reply:
Gout is a metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of uric acid in the blood, leading to the deposition of urate crystals in the synovial membranes of joints or tendons, causing pain. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, which means it involves the body's...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Gout and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Understanding Lower Spine Pain: Causes and Self-Improvement Tips
Pain below the spine? Hello Dr. Zhou: I have been experiencing pain in my spine for about seven to eight years, particularly near the lower back. Sometimes, I feel that the pain in my lower back (or back pain) causes me to have diarrhea. A few years ago, I also started to have kn...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhi Reply:
Your condition may be ankylosing spondylitis, and you should undergo blood tests and X-ray examinations.[Read More] Understanding Lower Spine Pain: Causes and Self-Improvement Tips