Post-ACL Reconstruction: Knee Pain While Climbing Stairs at 15 Weeks
About 15 weeks post-anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, experiencing knee pain when going up and down stairs? The left anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) was reconstructed using autograft on December 20, 2019. Currently, the flexion angle has exceeded 120 degrees, but I am st...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there are any issues, a thorough evaluation by the original surgeon is necessary to determine the cause. Typically, the recovery period for such surgeries is about six months to a year, and it is essential to be patient and continue with rehabilitation therapy.[Read More] Post-ACL Reconstruction: Knee Pain While Climbing Stairs at 15 Weeks
Understanding ACL Injuries from Car Accidents: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Issues related to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprains caused by car accidents? Hello, about a month and a half ago, I sustained a sprain of my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident. During my last follow-up appointment, the doctor mentioned that I could star...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Symptoms after a cruciate ligament injury can vary in severity and should not be generalized. Please visit an orthopedic clinic for a physical examination, and further imaging studies may be necessary if needed. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding ACL Injuries from Car Accidents: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Recovering from Patella Fracture Surgery: What to Expect After Hardware Removal
Patellar fracture fixation with screws? Hello, I had a patellar fracture from a car accident last June, and two steel pins were placed with a steel wire surrounding them. The doctor said I can have the pins removed this year. 1. How long does recovery take after the removal of ...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Recovering from Patella Fracture Surgery: What to Expect After Hardware Removal
Recovery After Patella Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Patellar fracture fixation with screws? Hello, I had a patellar fracture from a car accident last June, and two steel pins were placed with a wire loop. The doctor said I can have the pins removed this year. 1. How long does recovery take after the removal of the pins from a pa...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Recovery After Patella Fracture Surgery: What to Expect
Understanding Human Cartilage Development and Its Changes After Puberty
Development of Human Cartilage Hello, Doctor. I have two questions to ask. 1. At what age does the development of human cartilage typically stop? 2. I understand that once the growth plates close, the development of hard bone ceases. Does this mean that after the completion of...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. Cartilage can be classified into three main types: hyaline cartilage, fibrocartilage, and elastic cartilage. The cartilage found in the joints of the limbs is hyaline cartilage, which generally ceases to grow after adulthood. 2. Yes.[Read More] Understanding Human Cartilage Development and Its Changes After Puberty
Understanding ACL Injuries After a Car Accident: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Issues related to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprains caused by car accidents? Hello, about a month and a half ago, I sustained a sprain of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident. During my last follow-up appointment, the doctor mentioned that I could sta...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) often accompanies tears of the cruciate ligaments and meniscal cartilage damage. It is advisable for you to undergo further magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examination.[Read More] Understanding ACL Injuries After a Car Accident: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Understanding ACL Tears: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Anterior cruciate ligament tear Hello Doctor: I am currently a freshman at National Taiwan Sports University. This past Chinese New Year, I suddenly experienced pain in my right knee. However, after the winter break, I did not engage in any physical activity, and the pain starts ...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: I recommend that you undergo further imaging studies for your knee, such as an MRI. Currently, if walking is painful, it may indicate that the injured knee cannot bear full weight without causing you discomfort. In the initial stages, using crutches can provide some assist...[Read More] Understanding ACL Tears: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Growth Plate Fractures: Recovery After Knee Surgery
Growth plate fracture Hello, I recently fractured my tibia near the knee while playing basketball. Is it normal for my knee to get stuck when bending? It has been one month since my surgery.
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, you inquired about a recent injury where you fractured your tibia near the knee while playing basketball, and now your knee bends and gets stuck. Could you please provide more details about the injury? Did you have surgery, and was a plate inserted? Bone fractures typicall...[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Fractures: Recovery After Knee Surgery
Knee Injury After Car Accident: Loss of Temperature Sensation Explained
Knee loss of temperature sensation due to car accident injury? I previously sustained a knee injury from a car accident and had an X-ray taken. The emergency physician indicated that there was no bone damage. It has been over three months, and I experience pressure and pain in my...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After a knee joint contusion, it is possible that the superficial nerves in the skin have been injured, which can lead to sensory abnormalities in the skin. It is advisable to continue monitoring the condition, as sometimes recovery may occur gradually over six months to a year. ...[Read More] Knee Injury After Car Accident: Loss of Temperature Sensation Explained
Loss of Sensation in Knee After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Loss of tactile sensation in the knee after a car accident? In mid-January, I had a motorcycle accident where my right knee hit something hard, causing immediate and intense pain that made my legs feel weak and unable to support my body. However, I didn't feel any pain at th...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician or dietitian.[Read More] Loss of Sensation in Knee After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Managing PVNS After Knee Surgery: Rehabilitation and Radiation Therapy Options
Pigmented Villonodular Syn Hello, a family member recently underwent surgery for PVNS, and the operation was relatively successful. After researching online, it seems that combining rehabilitation with low-dose radiation therapy may help reduce the recurrence rate as much as poss...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, PVNS (Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis) has a high recurrence rate and presents similarly to a malignant condition, but it is actually a benign synovial membrane inflammation. It does not metastasize and is not life-threatening; however, the high recurrence rate is a conce...[Read More] Managing PVNS After Knee Surgery: Rehabilitation and Radiation Therapy Options
Understanding Thinning of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Treatment Options
Thinning of the anterior cruciate ligament? Doctor, I went to see my report today and the doctor said that my right knee's anterior cruciate ligament is not torn but shows signs of thinning. I would like to ask if thinning can repair itself or if it cannot be repaired. If it...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, a cruciate ligament strain may sometimes appear thinned on imaging. Cruciate ligament injuries, unless they are very mild, typically require surgical reconstruction if they affect stability. Changhua Hospital cares about you. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Thinning of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Treatment Options
Understanding Left Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
There is some pain in the left knee, accompanied by a feeling of it being locked? Hello doctor, about ten years ago, I sustained a bruise on my left knee from a car accident, but examinations showed no abnormalities. After the wound healed, I occasionally felt coldness in my left...
Dr. Cai Shanglin Reply:
It is recommended to undergo an ultrasound examination at a hospital or clinic.[Read More] Understanding Left Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Complications After Hip Fracture in Elderly Patients
Postoperative care after hip joint fracture surgery? My grandfather is 82 years old. He fell before the Lunar New Year and had a large bruise on his buttocks. An X-ray taken at a clinic showed no bone injury, but as the pain became more pronounced, he was unable to bear weight wh...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After surgery for fractures near the hip joint, there is often poor blood circulation, so it is necessary to elevate the lower leg. Additionally, rehabilitation exercises for the knee and ankle joints should be performed. If there is redness, swelling, heat, or pain, one should s...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications After Hip Fracture in Elderly Patients
Understanding Right Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Right knee tenderness? Dear Dr. Li, I had a minor car accident about two years ago (in 2017), which resulted in a bruise and contusion on my right knee. I subsequently visited an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray of my right knee. The doctor reviewed the X-ray and stated that there...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, the localized tenderness may be a symptom caused by internal soft tissue scarring resulting from a contusion. If the symptoms are bothersome, it is recommended to visit an orthopedic clinic for a low-dose corticosteroid injection. It is very effective and has no side effec...[Read More] Understanding Right Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Post-Removal Discomfort After Patellar Fracture Surgery
Hello, doctor. I have some questions regarding the removal of screws and wires after a patellar fracture? Hello, doctor. I fractured my patella six months ago, and I went to the hospital the day before yesterday to have the screws and wires removed, followed by a manual mobilizat...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. We can take another X-ray to check for any remaining bone screws. 2. The sensation of a foreign body is likely not caused by the surgical procedure. 3. It may be too late to start rehabilitation after the wound has healed; we need to begin active rehabilitation now.[Read More] Understanding Post-Removal Discomfort After Patellar Fracture Surgery
How Long to Wait for Second Knee Replacement Surgery?
Artificial joint After undergoing surgery for one knee replacement, how long should one wait before having the other knee replaced?
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
It is recommended that you schedule an appointment with an orthopedic specialist who can evaluate your condition and provide the necessary medical services based on your needs.[Read More] How Long to Wait for Second Knee Replacement Surgery?
Understanding Complications and Recovery from Femoral Fracture Surgery
The car accident resulted in a comminuted fracture of the distal femur? Hello Doctor: I was involved in a car accident in July of this year, resulting in a comminuted fracture of the distal femur in my right leg. During my hospitalization, I also underwent a flap surgery due to s...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, 1. After ligament laxity surgery, it is essential to engage in active rehabilitation immediately; otherwise, adhesions may develop, leading to worse joint mobility. 2. If this surgery is combined with active rehabilitation, there is a chance for the knee to achieve normal ...[Read More] Understanding Complications and Recovery from Femoral Fracture Surgery
Post-Operative Rehabilitation Questions for Patellar Fracture Recovery
Inquiry about rehabilitation after patellar fracture surgery? Hello, Doctor. I underwent surgery for a patellar fracture in early July. The X-ray showed a crack in the middle, and the doctor said that it could be fixed with steel pins, without the use of wires. It has now been fo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is normal to experience swelling in the joints or limbs during the bone healing process while undergoing rehabilitation. It is important to gradually practice walking as part of the recovery process.[Read More] Post-Operative Rehabilitation Questions for Patellar Fracture Recovery
Ankle Swelling and Numbness After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do?
After a car accident, my ankle is swollen, and my foot feels numb when I sit down? Hello Doctor, I had a motorcycle accident a few days ago, and I have a scrape on my right ankle. It seems that I may have sustained a strain from being run over by the motorcycle. I had an X-ray do...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your description, swelling in the ankle and experiencing numbness while sitting is likely a normal phenomenon. After 2-3 weeks, the swelling should subside, and you can expect to recover. Please do not worry.[Read More] Ankle Swelling and Numbness After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do?