Which Jumping Exercises Promote Height Growth Effectively?
Jumping exercises that can help promote height growth? I've heard that jumping can promote height growth, but I'm not sure which type of jumping is more beneficial. Is it better to jump high with bent knees and force, or is it more effective to do light, upright jumps l...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Jumping does not contribute to increasing height.[Read More] Which Jumping Exercises Promote Height Growth Effectively?
Understanding Whole Body Bone Pain: Causes and Concerns
Generalized bone pain? Hello Doctor: For the past few months, I have often felt discomfort in my bones. I can't quite describe it as pain or pressure. The uncomfortable areas include the bones above my palms, finger bones, elbow bones, toe bones, as well as the bones in my c...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The most likely cause of widespread bone pain is overuse or improper usage. First, assess whether you have any of these conditions before seeking medical attention. It is essential for a physician to evaluate your situation in order to determine the appropriate course of action.[Read More] Understanding Whole Body Bone Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries: Recovery Tips and Home Care
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) of the knee? Hello, Doctor. When I was 14 years old (now I'm 16), I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a meniscus tear while playing basketball (I had an MRI done), but I did not undergo surgery. Since then, sometimes when I play ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
In addition to rest, applying heat is advisable, and it is currently not suitable to engage in vigorous exercise. Typically, it is best to rest a ligament injury for about six weeks.[Read More] Understanding Medial Collateral Ligament Injuries: Recovery Tips and Home Care
Knee Discomfort and Hip Popping After Injury: Seeking Answers
Feeling of foreign body sensation when straightening the knee and hip pain? Hello Doctor: I was involved in a car accident around November last year, resulting in a bruise on my left knee and a severe hematoma on my right knee. An MRI of my right knee revealed a partial tear of t...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It may not necessarily be related; if there is a sound but no pain, it may not require treatment. 2. There may be inflammation present in the knee joint; you can ask your attending physician for further evaluation.[Read More] Knee Discomfort and Hip Popping After Injury: Seeking Answers
Understanding Knee Instability: Causes, Risks, and Recovery for Athletes
Knee instability Hello Doctor: I am patient 118600. Thank you for your consultation last time! I have a few questions I would like to ask you again. My knee instability is not in the forward and backward direction, but rather a slight side-to-side wobble. There is minimal movemen...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is possible. 2. It will not happen. 3. If there are any unstable phenomena present, it may have an impact. It is advisable to wear knee braces during your regular exercise to protect your knee joints.[Read More] Understanding Knee Instability: Causes, Risks, and Recovery for Athletes
Understanding Knee Injuries: Fractures, Ligament Damage, and Recovery
Car accident resulting in a small fragmentary fracture of the right knee and injury to the medial ligament of the right knee? Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident last July, resulting in a fracture of my left femur and an impact to my right knee. I had a steel rod inserted in m...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can lead to anterior instability. The anterior drawer test is commonly used in clinical examinations, but the sensation may vary slightly from person to person. Most minor injuries to the medial collateral ligament (MCL) do not requi...[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: Fractures, Ligament Damage, and Recovery
Understanding Bone Discomfort After Drinking Herbal Liquor: Causes and Solutions
Drinking alcohol causes bone pain? Hello, Doctor! I am 39 years old, a housewife, do not smoke or drink alcohol, often stay up late, experience high levels of stress, and frequently eat out. I usually take vitamin supplements. This year, I've been experiencing soreness in my...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Drinking alcohol does not improve muscle or neck and shoulder pain. In fact, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to avascular necrosis, which commonly occurs in the femoral head of the hip joint. This condition is caused by metabolic factors that result in vascular obstruction...[Read More] Understanding Bone Discomfort After Drinking Herbal Liquor: Causes and Solutions
Swollen Calf After Knee Replacement: Seeking Solutions for Pain and Mobility
After six months of undergoing knee replacement surgery, my mother-in-law is experiencing swelling in her lower leg and is unable to walk? Hello Dr. Yeh: My mother-in-law had a right knee replacement six months ago. Initially, her rehabilitation was going well without any issues....
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Six months post-surgery, swelling in the same side calf may be due to infection following joint replacement, or it could be related to venous insufficiency in the leg. Additionally, there may be other lesions in the abdomen, pelvis, or lower extremities causing impaired vascular ...[Read More] Swollen Calf After Knee Replacement: Seeking Solutions for Pain and Mobility
Knee Pain After Marathon: Is Rest Enough or Do You Need Further Treatment?
Knee pain after running a marathon? Hello, Doctor Shi: Last year, after participating in a marathon, I developed knee pain. At that time, I sought treatment at a martial arts clinic, where the master diagnosed it as a displacement of the knee cartilage. After two months of treatm...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may be due to insufficient rest that the patellar dislocation is not visually apparent; an X-ray is necessary for diagnosis. If needed, go to the hospital to consult a physician. Knee pain after long-distance running may be due to ligament or cartilage inflammation, which usua...[Read More] Knee Pain After Marathon: Is Rest Enough or Do You Need Further Treatment?
Chronic Inflammation and Its Link to Bone Tumors: Understanding the Risks
Chronic inflammation leads to bone tumors? Hello, Doctor. At the end of August 2016, I slipped on a slope due to rain and wet roads, with my left foot above and my right foot below. I did not fall to the ground, but since then, I have felt pain on the outer side of my right knee....
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It will not have an impact. 2. Chronic inflammation does not cause bone tumors; a correct diagnosis must rely on the physician's analysis through imaging. 3. The onset of the condition is not too long ago. 4. The diagnosis of bone tumors can be made through the three type...[Read More] Chronic Inflammation and Its Link to Bone Tumors: Understanding the Risks
Understanding Knee Pain: Ligament Injury After a Fall
Ligament? Knee problem? Hello, doctor. Since I fell off my bicycle last October and hit what seems to be a ligament area, it was swollen for two weeks. That day, I was in a hurry to attend a tutoring session, so I didn't seek immediate treatment. After returning home, I only...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After a knee joint contusion, it is normal to experience a recovery period during which discomfort may persist for two to three months.[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Ligament Injury After a Fall
Managing Calf Numbness After Knee Electrical Therapy: What You Need to Know
After electrical stimulation therapy on the knee, there has been numbness on the inner sides of both calves for almost a week? On January 13, I went to an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray, and the doctor said I have mild patellar valgus and advised me to undergo rehabilitation. Typ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Resting is important; if your feet feel numb, it could be due to poor circulation, but it may also be caused by localized nerve compression. If the symptoms do not improve, you should consult a physician.[Read More] Managing Calf Numbness After Knee Electrical Therapy: What You Need to Know
Knee Pain When Standing, Walking, or Climbing Stairs: Causes and Solutions
Recently, I have been experiencing pain when straightening my knee, walking, and going up and down stairs? Hello Doctor: Last week, my left knee started to hurt for no apparent reason. It hurts when I sit and suddenly stand up, and it also hurts when going up and down stairs. Aft...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Knee flexion and pain when climbing stairs may indicate patellar chondromalacia. It is recommended to consult an orthopedic specialist for an X-ray examination.[Read More] Knee Pain When Standing, Walking, or Climbing Stairs: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Knee Dislocation with Patellar Fracture: Treatment Options
Dislocation of the left knee joint with associated patellar fracture? Hello, Doctor. On December 13, 2015, I injured my knee while jumping to play basketball. After an MRI, the doctor diagnosed me with "left knee dislocation with associated patellar fracture." During th...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Patellar fractures that are non-displaced can be treated conservatively. However, if there is displacement, surgical intervention is necessary. If the articular surface is intact and undamaged, healing will result in a condition similar to normal. Therefore, the choice of treatme...[Read More] Understanding Left Knee Dislocation with Patellar Fracture: Treatment Options
Understanding Patellar Malalignment: Knee Pain and Rehabilitation Insights
Knee pain and rehabilitation issues related to mild patellar valgus? Hello, Doctor. Last month, in mid-December, I traveled to Japan for 9 days, walking approximately 18,000 steps each day. However, on the fourth day of my trip, I began to experience a slight stabbing pain in my ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is no pain with patellar valgus, there is no need to worry about it. However, if pain begins, the first step is to rest to allow the inflamed cartilage to gradually heal. Next, leg extension exercises can be performed to strengthen the quadriceps. Currently, it is advisa...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Malalignment: Knee Pain and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding ACL Injuries: Partial Tears and MRI Recommendations
Cruciate ligament Hello, Doctor. On December 31, I fell while exercising. I had an MRI on January 6, and on January 10, the results showed a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The doctor at the hospital mentioned that the ACL is a double bundle, and I have a single bundle tea...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Partial tears are correct; after a fall, rest and treatment should be prioritized. If symptoms do not improve, then consult a physician to evaluate whether further examination is necessary.[Read More] Understanding ACL Injuries: Partial Tears and MRI Recommendations
Understanding Growth Plates: Can You Still Grow Taller at 16?
Height, growth plates I am currently a high school freshman (16 years old) and my height is around 160 cm. I want to grow to over 170 cm. I seem to have developed secondary sexual characteristics, such as a noticeable Adam's apple (though I'm not sure how to check), voi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the individual is sixteen years old, the growth plates may have already closed as indicated by an X-ray, making it unlikely for further height increase. The presence of sounds during joint movement does not have any significant impact.[Read More] Understanding Growth Plates: Can You Still Grow Taller at 16?
Understanding Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Joint Discomfort
Joint pain and lower back pain? Hello Doctor: For the past month, I have been experiencing an unexplained pain in my right knee. It’s not too bad when I walk, but I feel pain when I squat down to a certain angle, and I experience the same discomfort when going up stairs. It’s not...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, internet user: Lower back pain and knee pain are quite common issues. Poor posture, overexertion, or sports injuries can all contribute to these discomforts. Based on your description, tendonitis, meniscus injury, or other causes may be possible. If the pain is severe, it ...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Joint Discomfort
Understanding Unexplained Joint Pain: Causes and Concerns
Unexplained joint pain? Hello, doctor. I sometimes experience swelling and pain in my joints. Before the pain occurs, I don't recall any significant impact or injury. Generally, I might feel some soreness the day before, and then the next day, I experience swelling or pain. ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is normal for joints to hurt if they are overused. However, if there is pain all over, it may be necessary to check for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. You can consult an orthopedic specialist or a rheumatologist. In the early stages of arthritis, joints typically do not...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Joint Pain: Causes and Concerns
Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Seniors After a Fall
Elderly individuals may experience weakness in their legs and difficulty walking after a fall? Hello Doctor: My elderly family member is in their eighties and fell over a month ago, landing on their buttocks. After being sent to the hospital for emergency treatment, it was found ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Gradually increase standing and walking abilities. Start by practicing sitting in a chair and performing bending and straightening movements with the knees. As muscle strength improves, you will be able to stand up or walk.[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Seniors After a Fall