Understanding Ligament Injuries: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Ligament issues Hello doctor, I injured my knee while exercising at the beginning of January. I underwent X-ray and ultrasound examinations; the X-ray showed no abnormalities, but the ultrasound indicated severe inflammation. The initial assessment was inflammation of the medial ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is instability, it is likely just ligament inflammation. Rest and medication may improve the condition.[Read More] Understanding Ligament Injuries: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained
Understanding Meniscus Wear and Medial Ligament Injury in Athletes
Meniscus degeneration and medial collateral ligament injury? Hello Dr. Shen, A month ago, after finishing a boxing aerobic workout, I noticed pain on the inner side of my right knee the next day. During the workout, there was no external impact, but there were many movements in...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, netizen: The knee is the largest joint in the human body, and it bears a significant amount of load due to its high level of activity. There are many causes and conditions associated with knee pain, including ligament sprains, tendon strains, joint inflammation, such as os...[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Wear and Medial Ligament Injury in Athletes
Understanding Post-ACL Surgery Knee Flexion: Progress and Concerns
The flexion angle in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? I would like to ask the doctor, about three and a half months ago, I underwent surgery on my left knee for an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction combined with a meniscus repair. Currently, my knee flexion is o...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the opinion of the attending surgeon is that rehabilitation should be actively pursued.[Read More] Understanding Post-ACL Surgery Knee Flexion: Progress and Concerns
Recovery Tips for Tibia and Fibula Fractures: What to Expect
Tibiofibular fracture Hello Doctor, I had a car accident a month ago that resulted in a closed tibial fracture and a fibular hairline fracture. I underwent surgery to insert a steel rod, and the fibula was not treated and was not put in a cast. I asked my attending physician if I...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Rehabilitation involves moving your knee and ankle joints. The ankle should move up and down to engage the muscles, preventing muscle atrophy. After completing the exercises, if your foot or calf is swollen, you can elevate it. Additionally, it's important to have regular fo...[Read More] Recovery Tips for Tibia and Fibula Fractures: What to Expect
Dealing with Knee Pain Abroad: Tips for Recovery and Relief
Knee problems can be quite inconvenient for individuals living abroad? Hello doctor, I bought some heavy items the weekend before last and walked for a long time. When I returned, my legs (knees and below) felt extremely sore, as if they were about to break. At that time, my left...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The most likely cause is inflammation of the ligaments around the knee joint, which typically reduces knee mobility. Resting and taking some pain relievers may improve the condition, suggesting it is not too severe. If it does not improve, you can consult a physician later. You m...[Read More] Dealing with Knee Pain Abroad: Tips for Recovery and Relief
ACL Reconstruction vs. High Tibial Osteotomy: Which Surgery is Better?
Questions about Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and High Tibial Osteotomy? Hello Doctor, I injured my knee 8 years ago and underwent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. After a sports-related sprain last year, I have been experiencing discomfort in ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Ligament reconstruction surgery should be performed first, as high tibial osteotomy (HTO) cannot improve the condition of ligament instability.[Read More] ACL Reconstruction vs. High Tibial Osteotomy: Which Surgery is Better?
Understanding Ankle Pain: Causes Beyond Growing Pains
Ankle issues Hello doctor, my foot hasn't been bumped or hit, but it experiences intermittent pain. Sometimes it's in my knee, and other times it's in my heel, which prevents me from participating in physical education class. My mom says it's growing pains, bu...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Qiao Hu: If you can walk without pain, you can participate in physical education classes. If you experience limb pain, reduce your activity level and rest. If the pain persists, please visit the orthopedic outpatient department at the hospital. Changhua Hospital, Orthopedi...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Pain: Causes Beyond Growing Pains
Can You Still Grow Taller If Wrist Growth Plates Are Closed?
Height growth issues Why has the growth plate in the wrist fused while the one in the knee has not, even though both have been examined with X-rays? Can height still increase in this situation?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is unlikely to grow taller after the age of 15, as boys typically stop growing in height around this age.[Read More] Can You Still Grow Taller If Wrist Growth Plates Are Closed?
Understanding Post-Meniscus Surgery Knee Issues: Causes and Solutions
Meniscus surgery postoperative care Hello, doctor! I underwent arthroscopic meniscus repair surgery on my knee 10 months ago, but nearly a year later, I still feel a catching sensation in my patella. When I stand upright and try to bend my knee, it feels like it gets stuck. I wou...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the meniscus is repaired quickly, the patellar crepitus may indicate an issue with the patella.[Read More] Understanding Post-Meniscus Surgery Knee Issues: Causes and Solutions
Height Concerns: Understanding Growth Plates and Height Potential
Concerns about height? Doctor, I have seen your previous response where you mentioned that as long as the growth plates are not closed, one can still grow taller, although the growth rate may decrease. I completely agree with this, so I would like to ask you some questions. I hav...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Ah Tai: You will grow taller; just let it happen naturally without putting too much pressure on yourself. Dr. Li Wen-Hong, Orthopedics, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Height Concerns: Understanding Growth Plates and Height Potential
Understanding Growth Plate Development: Orthopedic vs. Endocrine Insights
The issue of height increase? Doctor, may I ask why when I went to the orthopedic department last September for an X-ray of my knee growth plates, the orthopedic doctor told me that there was still a lot of growth potential? However, when I visited the pediatric endocrinology dep...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, once the growth plates have closed, an individual will no longer grow taller.[Read More] Understanding Growth Plate Development: Orthopedic vs. Endocrine Insights
Understanding Growth Plates: Can You Still Grow Taller?
Concerns about Growing Taller The growth plates in different parts of the body have similarities and differences in terms of their location, function, and timing of closure. Generally, growth plates, or epiphyseal plates, are areas of developing cartilage tissue near the ends of ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, the growth plates near the knees will close, and further height increase will not occur.[Read More] Understanding Growth Plates: Can You Still Grow Taller?
Understanding Knee Injuries: Recovery and Impact on Sports Performance
Knee issues Hello doctor, I injured myself while playing basketball last September, resulting in a tibial avulsion fracture and an injury to the medial collateral ligament. Recently, I have noticed a bulge on the inner side of my knee, and I feel unstable when standing for 37 ste...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a laceration does not displace the bone, it will improve in three months, and after six months, it should heal normally without any long-term effects.[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: Recovery and Impact on Sports Performance
Managing Swelling and Recovery After Fibula Fracture: Key Insights
Fracture issues? Hello, doctor. Thank you for answering my previous question regarding the swelling sensation I experience when standing after a week of being in a cast for a fibula fracture. I would like to ask a few more questions: 1. How long does this type of symptom typica...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The feeling of swelling has lasted for about one to two months. 2. Elevate the calf as much as possible. 3. Rest frequently; typically, fibula fractures heal quickly if they are not near the joint. 4. Practice lifting and lowering the leg; also, make sure to move the kne...[Read More] Managing Swelling and Recovery After Fibula Fracture: Key Insights
Managing Nonunion of Right Femur Fracture: Expert Opinions and Options
Unhealed closed fracture with displacement of the right femur? Because the area of my right thigh has had a comminuted fracture that hasn't healed for 6 to 7 years, a physician at one hospital suggested removing the steel nail at the knee to allow compression on the non-heal...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The choice of surgical method depends on whether there is any bone defect. If the bone has not healed properly over the years, the best option may be bone grafting combined with fixation using screws or plates.[Read More] Managing Nonunion of Right Femur Fracture: Expert Opinions and Options
Knee and Pelvic Issues: When to Seek Orthopedic Help
Knee and pelvic issues? Hello doctor, when I straighten my legs, my knees appear to be hyperextended. I found online that this is referred to as knee hyperextension. When I stand up straighter, I feel pressure on my knees, and if I exert too much force while standing, my knees ex...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can visit an orthopedic specialist to check for any issues with the patella.[Read More] Knee and Pelvic Issues: When to Seek Orthopedic Help
Understanding Knee Pain from Sitting Cross-Legged: Causes and Remedies
Experiencing soreness and pain in the knees after sitting cross-legged for an extended period? Hello doctor, I have a habit of sitting cross-legged, and recently I've noticed that my knees start to hurt after sitting this way for a while. A while ago, when the weather was ve...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Sitting cross-legged for too long can cause soreness, which is normal. This occurs due to prolonged pressure on the knee joint, leading to excessive stress that can result in cartilage softening, causing discomfort. The sensation of numbness and tingling is due to the nerves bein...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain from Sitting Cross-Legged: Causes and Remedies
Is Your Knee Pain Due to Inflammation? Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Knee inflammation? Hello doctor, I previously had a slip and fall incident, and at that time I couldn't stand up very well, but after resting for a while, I didn't feel much discomfort. However, now after a long period, whenever I exert myself, my knee experiences sever...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Knee injuries, whether from a sprain or a strain, can cause pain for a period of time. After the initial pain subsides, it may recur due to overexertion or improper use. Your symptoms may indicate an issue with patellar tendinitis. It is advisable to consult a physician to determ...[Read More] Is Your Knee Pain Due to Inflammation? Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Ligament Inflammation: Causes and Treatments
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is said that there is inflammation of the ligaments? There is swelling in the lower back, and the calf has been painful, weak, and numb for several days. Recently, I noticed slight swelling in the calf, indicating inflammation. A few ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Soft tissue bruises typically cause pain that improves within a few days. If the pain does not decrease, it is advisable to see an orthopedic physician.[Read More] Understanding Ligament Inflammation: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Calf Pain and Knee Noises After Injury: What to Know
Calf soreness and frequent knee noises? Hello Doctor, my mother recently sprained the sole of her foot. After seeing a doctor, the sprained area has healed, but she later noticed that her leg from behind the knee to the ankle is abnormally sore and cannot bend. She even wakes up ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There may be degenerative arthritis in the knee joint. When the knee bends, the joint surface between the patella and the femur slides. If the cartilage on the joint surface has degenerated and is uneven, they will rub against each other, producing sound, and inflammation may occ...[Read More] Understanding Calf Pain and Knee Noises After Injury: What to Know