Managing Joint Pain: Effective Strategies for Inflammation Relief
Pain in the hands, feet, knees, and ligaments is common. Myositis can cause severe pain that makes movement difficult? I often experience inflammation and pain in my joints for unknown reasons. My blood tests show normal uric acid levels, so I do not have gout. However, when the ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It could be rheumatoid arthritis, synovitis, or even osteoporosis, which should also be considered at your age. It is best to consult an orthopedic physician for a thorough examination and treatment.[Read More] Managing Joint Pain: Effective Strategies for Inflammation Relief
Understanding Knee and Hip Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Knee and hip joint pain? Hello, doctor. For the past two years, I've been experiencing a dull pain in my knees whenever the weather turns cold, and this year it has become more severe. If I kick the blanket at night or if the weather gets cold the next day, I experience pain...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Joint exposure to cold can indeed cause pain, but if this occurs frequently, it is considered abnormal. Many conditions can lead to knee joint pain, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, synovitis, or chondromalacia patellae. Joint pain may also radiate to adj...[Read More] Understanding Knee and Hip Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Why Do My Joints Make Noise and Feel Sore?
My joints make sounds? Doctor, why do my joints often make sounds and feel achy? This happens in all my limbs, but it's most severe in my knees. Can you explain why this is happening?
Dr. Xie Tianjie Reply:
Joints are composed of structures such as ligaments and bones. Due to individual physical conditions, it is possible for joints to make sounds or feel sore under excessive use, which can be a normal phenomenon. It is important to note that if a joint experiences redness, swelling...[Read More] Why Do My Joints Make Noise and Feel Sore?
Understanding Neck Muscle Neuropathy: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Cervical muscle neuropathy You mentioned that the back of your neck often experiences intermittent stretching and tightness, making it difficult to move freely. When you turn your neck, you feel a cracking sound from the internal muscles or a sensation of muscle movement, which e...
Dr. Xie Tianjie Reply:
The neck is composed of seven cervical vertebrae connected by numerous joints, with surrounding ligaments and muscles supporting and stabilizing our neck. In cases of injury or cervical degeneration, symptoms such as muscle stiffness or audible sounds during movement may occur. I...[Read More] Understanding Neck Muscle Neuropathy: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery