Understanding Patellar Fracture Recovery: Pain Management and Rehabilitation Tips
Patellar fracture Hello, Doctor! Thank you very much for your support over the past month and a half. I have been diligently practicing the exercises you recommended, and I am pleased to report that I can now lift my leg and bend it to 90 degrees. I am truly grateful. However, I ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. You may consider seeing a rehabilitation specialist and ask them to teach you rehabilitation methods. 2. Swelling in the knee area and tightness when bending is a normal phenomenon, and it may take about 2-3 months for the swelling to subside. 3. Yes, this is a common a...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fracture Recovery: Pain Management and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Patellar Dislocation: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Prevention Tips
Patellar dislocation On November 7th, I bumped into a chair, resulting in a dislocated patella in my left leg. My teacher immediately took me to the emergency department at Cheng Hsin Hospital, where they performed a manual reduction and applied a splint (only a splint board). Th...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: On November 7, I experienced a dislocation of the left patella and underwent a manual reduction procedure, which was two weeks ago. 1. I will wait for the swelling to subside before starting rehabilitation for quadriceps strength. 2. I still need to wear a knee brace, whic...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Dislocation: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Ligament Tear Recovery and Rehabilitation After Injury
Ligament Tear Repair and Rehabilitation Hello, Doctor: Recently, I was involved in a car accident and injured my medial collateral ligament (MCL). Two days after the injury, I visited an orthopedic specialist at a major hospital. He advised that during the acute phase, I should a...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: The swelling should have disappeared by now. It is advisable to first have an outpatient examination to check for any joint instability or issues, and then assess whether an MRI is necessary. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Sincerely, Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Ligament Tear Recovery and Rehabilitation After Injury
Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Understanding Growth Plates and Height
Height does not increase? At 16 years old, you sometimes engage in masturbation and have a smoking habit. Currently, your height is 167 cm, while your brother's height is 178 cm. You are unsure if your growth plates have closed and if you still have a chance to grow taller. ...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: An X-ray of the knee joint can determine whether the growth plates have closed, but it cannot accurately predict how much taller you will grow. Your height is already 167 cm, so just let it happen naturally. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedics, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Understanding Growth Plates and Height
Understanding Persistent Knee Issues After ACL Reconstruction: What You Need to Know
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) Hello Doctor: Ten years ago, I fell while riding my bicycle and injured my left knee. I noticed significant movement in my left tibia, and after examination at the hospital, I was diagnosed with a torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). It took a...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After undergoing ligament reconstruction surgery, insufficient muscle strength in the knee joint may lead to a feeling of instability. Additionally, the tension from the reconstruction may not have fully restored, causing slight displacement of the knee joint. If there are no sym...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Knee Issues After ACL Reconstruction: What You Need to Know
Discomfort in the Knee Without Pain: Understanding the Causes
The knee does not hurt but feels uncomfortable? Recently, I've been feeling discomfort in my left knee, but there is no pain, making it difficult to describe the sensation. I feel uncomfortable if I stand for a little while or kneel. I'm not sure if this is related to m...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is possible that you may have chondromalacia or quadriceps weakness. Therefore, it is recommended that you visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation clinic for an examination. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Discomfort in the Knee Without Pain: Understanding the Causes
Understanding Hip Pain: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Hello doctor, what is this condition? Hello, Doctor. I have pain in my right leg, specifically a point in my buttock that sometimes hurts when I walk, while at other times it feels okay. Pressing on that point in my buttock causes mild pain. When I bend over, I feel the bones in ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Based on your age, unless there is a significant trauma or major issue, it is unlikely that you would experience hip pain. Given your symptoms, it seems related to tightness in the gluteal muscles. Further examination at the outpatient clinic is necessary to provide additi...[Read More] Understanding Hip Pain: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Knee Injury Concerns: Recovery Options for Young Adults
Knee injury issues? Four years ago, when I was 15, I had a slip-like incident in my home bathroom that caused a strain in my left knee. I didn't pay much attention to it, but recently, after starting to work on cars, which often requires squatting and lifting, my knee has be...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the MRI shows no significant abnormalities, you can feel reassured that as long as you put in the effort for rehabilitation, there is a possibility of improvement. Quadriceps strength training is a good rehabilitation method, and putting in more effort may lead to better outco...[Read More] Knee Injury Concerns: Recovery Options for Young Adults
Post-Operative Care and Recovery Tips for Patellar Fracture Surgery
Patellar fracture - postoperative Hello, Doctor. On November 1st, I tripped and fell on my knee, resulting in a patellar fracture (broken into three pieces). I underwent emergency internal fixation surgery and was discharged with a knee brace. I returned for a follow-up appointme...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After surgery for a patellar fracture, it takes time for the fracture to heal. Before the fracture has healed, excessive force when bending the knee joint can cause the patella to crack again. Therefore, it is necessary to use a brace to limit its flexion. If the knee is not bent...[Read More] Post-Operative Care and Recovery Tips for Patellar Fracture Surgery
Understanding Growth Plate Issues: Can You Still Grow Taller?
Growth plate issues I am currently 173 cm tall. A few days ago, I went to the hospital for an X-ray of my knee, and the doctor told me that the growth plate at 3764 has a height increase ratio. He then mentioned that the growth plate below the knee is nearly fused and that the sm...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: It is no longer possible to significantly increase height; only a little more growth is possible. Thank you! Wishing you good health! Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital, Dr. Li Wen-Hong.[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Issues: Can You Still Grow Taller?
Understanding Habitual Knee Dislocation: When to Seek Medical Attention
Habitual dislocation Since elementary school, I have had a habitual dislocation of my knee, but recently it has become easier to dislocate. Sometimes it dislocates even while walking. Should I go to the hospital for an examination, or is wearing a knee brace sufficient?
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Is habitual dislocation of the knee diagnosed by a physician, or is it self-assessed? I have not encountered habitual dislocation in the knee before; it is better to have an orthopedic specialist examine it.[Read More] Understanding Habitual Knee Dislocation: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Recovery After Patellar Fracture Surgery: Key Questions Answered
Patellar fracture Hello, Doctor: It has been 28 days since my patellar fracture surgery on October 13, 2018, and I am currently resting at home. I can lift my foot while standing, but I am unable to lift my calf, and it feels like my calf is disconnected from my thigh. I would li...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, it has been 28 days since the patellar fracture and internal fixation surgery. 1. You can continue to stand and lift your leg to strengthen your thigh muscles. 2. Normal. 3. Normal. 4. It is advisable to continue sitting at the edge of the bed and try to lift your calf to ...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Patellar Fracture Surgery: Key Questions Answered
Knee Pain When Bending: Is It a Serious Injury After Basketball?
Knee issues (pain when bending the leg) After playing basketball, I noticed that a specific point on the front of my knee hurts when I lift my foot and bend my knee (the pain occurs during the action of taking off my shoes). However, I do not experience pain with other movements ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is unlikely to be a serious injury. It may be a sprain or inflammation of the lateral ligament. I recommend applying ice, resting, and avoiding jumping or running activities, which should help you return to normal.[Read More] Knee Pain When Bending: Is It a Serious Injury After Basketball?
Understanding Arthroscopic Surgery for Knee Injuries: What to Expect
Arthroscopic surgery Doctor, my knee was injured in a car accident, and I had an MRI done. The results showed that I have a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a torn medial collateral ligament (MCL), and a meniscal tear. The doctor I initially consulted advised me not to take...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: The following responses are based solely on your textual description. Without imaging and physical examination background, the accuracy and reliability of my replies are limited. I still recommend that you have a detailed discussion with your attending physician. Thank you...[Read More] Understanding Arthroscopic Surgery for Knee Injuries: What to Expect
Knee Issues After Car Accident: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment
Knee issues resulting from a car accident? Hello Doctor: Four months ago, I had a car accident that resulted in a contusion of my left knee, which was very swollen. Within a month, I visited the doctor three times, and they diagnosed me with bursitis. I received anti-inflammatory...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling of the knee joint after a car accident is typically due to incomplete tissue repair and usually occurs without a fracture. With rehabilitation and heat therapy, recovery is generally expected. If there are concerns about potential internal joint issues, it is advisable t...[Read More] Knee Issues After Car Accident: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Causes and Concerns
Knee joint Hello Doctor, in August of this year, while I was riding my bicycle to school, a driver opened their car door without checking for oncoming traffic, causing me to crash directly into it. I was thrown forward, and my right knee hit the ground hard. Since my knee was in ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is possible that the cartilage in the knee may be injured and bone bruising may occur after an impact, with recovery taking at least three months. During this period, heat therapy and rehabilitation exercises for the knee joint can be performed. If there is no improvement afte...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Patellar fracture Doctor, thank you for your previous response. Regarding my earlier question: On October 13, 2018, I slipped and fractured my patella into three pieces. I underwent surgery for internal fixation and was discharged five days later. I returned for a follow-up appoi...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Condition 1: 1. At 21 days post-surgery, the knee can only bend approximately 30 degrees, which indicates that the range of motion has not progressed to normal levels. However, is it possible to use passive assistance by leveraging the strength of the hand to support the thigh an...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Soft Lumps in the Calf: Causes and Concerns
When squatting, you may feel two slightly protruding structures in your calf? Yesterday, I discovered two slightly protruding lumps on my left calf when squatting. They are not painful and feel somewhat round. The two lumps are vertically aligned, and when I look in the mirror cl...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Fibromas do not develop in the calves. 2. Due to individual constitution, there is a higher tendency for growth. 3. It should not become more pronounced to the point of affecting aesthetics. 4. Observation is sufficient. 5. The likelihood of varicose veins is low. 6. Sq...[Read More] Understanding Soft Lumps in the Calf: Causes and Concerns
Does Drinking Fresh Milk Help with Osteoporosis and Joint Health?
Does drinking fresh milk help with bone health? Recently, I visited an orthopedic doctor because I felt a strange sensation in my knee (a slight discomfort while walking). After an X-ray, the doctor informed me that I have mild osteoporosis. I am considering drinking fresh milk t...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
A 34-year-old male is unlikely to have osteoporosis unless there are other metabolic or endocrine disorders involved. Some people believe that milk is not a good source of calcium, but most still consider it an excellent calcium supplement. To address cartilage wear, it is advisa...[Read More] Does Drinking Fresh Milk Help with Osteoporosis and Joint Health?
Knee Pain After Motorcycle Fall: Is It a Cruciate Ligament Injury?
Knee injury from a motorcycle accident? I fell off my motorcycle and landed on my right knee. There is no obvious swelling in the knee, but when I stand and lift my right leg (with the calf vertical to the ground and not exerting force), I experience pain on the outer side of the...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is possible that you have an injury to the lateral meniscus and the anterior cruciate ligament. You should undergo an MRI to confirm the diagnosis. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Knee Pain After Motorcycle Fall: Is It a Cruciate Ligament Injury?