Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Pain at the inner side of both knees, associated with the protrusion of the femoral head connected to the medial patellar retinaculum (medial quadriceps muscle retinaculum)? Dear Doctor, I experience pain in the inner thighs and at the femoral head protrusion after walking for mo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Tendinitis is related to overuse, such as running, frequently going up and down stairs, or walking on inclined surfaces, which engages the muscles and tendons in that area. Currently, treatment options include applying heat, resting, or using medications. If these methods are ine...[Read More] Understanding Inner Knee Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
When Is the Right Time to Remove Bone Screws After Surgery?
Removal of bone screws When can the doctor remove the stitches?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Suture removal typically occurs one to two weeks after the procedure, depending on the location of the incision. For the forearm, it is usually around seven to ten days. The same timeframe applies to the lower leg. For areas near the knee joint, it is about fourteen days, while f...[Read More] When Is the Right Time to Remove Bone Screws After Surgery?
Considering Joint Replacement Surgery for Elderly Patients with Chronic Conditions
Regarding joint replacement surgery? My father is 83 years old. Fifteen years ago, he had a knee replacement on his right leg. In recent years, the joint in his left leg has also started to degenerate. X-rays show that there is no gap between the bones. In July, surgery was sched...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If possible, treating the coronary vessels with catheterization and placing a stent can reduce the risk of myocardial infarction. The anesthesia method does not necessarily have to be general anesthesia; regional anesthesia or local nerve block anesthesia (only anesthetizing the ...[Read More] Considering Joint Replacement Surgery for Elderly Patients with Chronic Conditions
Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips for Height Increase
Height increase issues? Hello doctor, I am 16 years old and in the second year of high school, with a height of 168.8 cm. I started my menstrual period in the first year of junior high school. Currently, I am a dance class student, and I hope to reach a height of 172 cm. Is it st...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, once a girl has gone through puberty, she will not grow taller because the growth plates have closed. The growth plates around the knees and near the hip joints usually close between the ages of 14 and 15, which can be observed through X-ray imaging. These areas are wh...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 16? Tips for Height Increase
Managing Coccyx Pain: Treatment Options and Recovery Strategies
Coccydynia I visited an orthopedic specialist (acupuncture, chiropractic, rehabilitation) and had an X-ray taken. The doctor mentioned that the curvature of my coccyx is abnormal but not a major issue. However, I am experiencing significant pain, especially when sitting on a chai...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Coccydynia, also known as coccygodynia, is a condition characterized by pain in the coccyx due to inflammation of unknown origin. This pain is typically unrelated to the shape or curvature of the coccyx but is associated with frequent compression and impact on the coccygeal area....[Read More] Managing Coccyx Pain: Treatment Options and Recovery Strategies
Understanding Knee Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Knee pain after sitting cross-legged, with an inability to fully extend the knee? Knee pain is uncertain whether it is on the medial or lateral side, and certain angles of knee flexion cause pain. Prolonged sitting, standing for long periods, climbing stairs, and sitting cross-le...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Based on your symptom description, it seems to be primarily an intra-articular issue. If it has been a long-term concern, it may be advisable to undergo arthroscopy (a minor procedure that won't significantly impact future activities) to determine the cause and severi...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Discomfort After Running and Walking: Causes and Solutions
There is a feeling of soreness in the knee joint after jogging and brisk walking? After jogging for 15 minutes, I start to feel soreness in my left knee joint. When walking briskly, this occurs after 30 minutes. However, after reducing my walking speed, I still do not feel sorene...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If X-rays show signs of wear, it is classified as osteoarthritis. Joints with this issue tend to become inflamed after activity, leading to soreness. Swimming or cycling minimizes the impact on the knee joints, resulting in less discomfort. When walking, the force on the knee joi...[Read More] Understanding Knee Discomfort After Running and Walking: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Severity, and Treatment Options
Degenerative arthritis Hello, my grandmother has a lot of pain and swelling in her foot joints. Would osteoarthritis cause significant swelling and pain in the knees, or is it considered mild? My grandmother mentioned that the doctor said it was mild arthritis and that the bones ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Degenerative arthritis is a condition commonly seen in older individuals. Some symptoms can become more severe, potentially due to an acute exacerbation that leads to sudden inflammation and swelling, making it difficult to walk. This may also be caused by inflammation of the syn...[Read More] Understanding Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Severity, and Treatment Options
Understanding Inversion Therapy for Arthritis and Sports Injuries
Inversion tables and their relation to arthritis pain / sports injury issues? Hello, Dr. Shi! 1) I have osteoarthritis and am currently undergoing a treatment regimen of two phases of hyaluronic acid injections per year. Each treatment cycle lasts five weeks, with an injection ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Knee joint degeneration is almost a common issue among older adults. If hyaluronic acid injections have not improved the condition, it may be necessary to evaluate whether surgical treatment is required. Engaging in light exercise is acceptable, but activities involving excessive...[Read More] Understanding Inversion Therapy for Arthritis and Sports Injuries
Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Height growth issues Hello, doctor: 1. Since I grew from 150 cm to 168 cm between the first and second year of junior high, I have only reached 170 cm in my second year of college. I would like to know if I still have a chance to grow taller. 2. My right knee makes a cracking sou...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu: Based on your description, you are unlikely to grow taller. It is normal for some joints to make sounds during movement without pain or limitation in activity, and no treatment is necessary. If you have any concerns, please schedule an appointment with the orthope...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller? Understanding Growth and Knee Sounds
Understanding Knee Pain After Sports: Injury or Overexertion?
Knee pain Since the summer vacation started, I've been playing basketball almost every day, and after playing, I experience some soreness below my knee, but it goes away the next day. Is this an injury to my knee joint, or is it due to not warming up and overexertion?
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Pain below the knee is likely due to patellar tendonitis. Be cautious with activities such as squatting and jumping. Lack of warm-up and overexertion could be factors, so please pay attention to whether your activity level differs significantly from usual. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Knee Pain After Sports: Injury or Overexertion?
Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: ACL Tears and Meniscus Damage
Symptoms following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear and meniscal cartilage wear (post-operative)? Hello Doctor: Three years ago, I missed a step while going down the stairs and subsequently went for a run. A few months later, I was diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate lig...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Even after surgery on ligaments and the meniscus, it is still possible to experience mild pain due to residual wear. If this occurs several times within a year, it may indicate a problem, and continued follow-up with a physician is advisable. Typically, such injuries may take a l...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: ACL Tears and Meniscus Damage
Understanding Ligament Strains: Symptoms and Treatment for Swollen Feet
Ligament strain, with redness, swelling, and heat in the dorsum of the foot? Hello Doctor: I have had a ligament strain for about three weeks. Yesterday, I thought I would check if my knee had healed, so I put it under significant pressure. When I stood up, I heard a popping soun...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure about the condition of your ligament strain, and whether the doctor has informed you when you can bear weight. Generally speaking, if there is no pain, it should not be a major concern. If there is redness and swelling extending to the foot but no pain, i...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Strains: Symptoms and Treatment for Swollen Feet
Understanding Knee Pain: Inability to Fully Bend After Basketball
Inability to fully flex the knee? Two nights ago, I played basketball and jumped a lot with great effort. After taking a shower at home, my legs felt very tired, so I went to bed. The next morning, I woke up and found that I couldn't fully bend my right knee. There is pain b...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After intense exercise, the tendons and muscles behind the knee joint may become strained, potentially leading to inflammation, which can result in an inability to bend the knee. Resting for a day or two usually improves the condition. If symptoms do not improve, it is advisable ...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Inability to Fully Bend After Basketball
Knee Ligament Strain and Swelling in the Foot: Symptoms and Treatment
Knee ligament strain, swelling and redness on the dorsum of the foot? I sustained a ligament strain in my left knee while exercising, and it has been about three weeks. Since yesterday, the dorsum of my left foot has been unusually red, swollen, and warm. What could this symptom ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: A knee ligament strain should not affect the foot. If there is no pain, you can start with ice therapy; then assess the impact on activity. Please follow up at the outpatient clinic. Thank you![Read More] Knee Ligament Strain and Swelling in the Foot: Symptoms and Treatment
Managing Recovery from Fibula Fracture and Ankle Swelling After Accident
On August 7th, I was involved in a car accident resulting in a fibular fracture in my left calf. My ankle continues to be red and swollen, and I have multiple abrasions? The injured party is my father, who is currently 60 years old and has a history of hypertension and suspected ...
Dr. Chen Yanming Reply:
Hello Ms. Wang: Your father's fibula fracture generally does not require surgery, as it will heal naturally within 3 to 6 months. However, if there is a noticeable asymmetry in the ankle joint space, be cautious about potential injury to the tibiofibular syndesmosis. If that...[Read More] Managing Recovery from Fibula Fracture and Ankle Swelling After Accident
ACL Partial Tear: Surgery vs. Conservative Treatment Explained
Partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (reconstruction or not) Hello, doctor! Two months ago, I was diagnosed with a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) via MRI. Some hospitals recommend surgery, while others suggest "conservative treatment." So...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Partial tears of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) may heal on their own, but the question of instability arises. If the displacement is greater than 1 centimeter, it can lead to difficulties in movement, such as an inability to run or sudden knee buckling while walking, resul...[Read More] ACL Partial Tear: Surgery vs. Conservative Treatment Explained
Post-Fracture Numbness and Weakness in Leg: What to Expect?
Numbness and weakness in the calf after a closed femoral fracture? Hello Doctor: My mother was involved in a car accident on May 18th this year, resulting in a closed fracture of the left femur and a closed fracture of the subtrochanteric region. She underwent reduction and inter...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Femoral fractures can sometimes be accompanied by neurological impairments, often caused by traction or impact on the sciatic nerve, leading to nerve paralysis. This may be temporary, but it can also be permanent. The extent of recovery will need to be monitored. Currently, the a...[Read More] Post-Fracture Numbness and Weakness in Leg: What to Expect?
Understanding Knee Injuries: Pain and Recovery for Chefs
Knee contusion I am a chef and often stand for long periods. Previously, while exercising, I accidentally sustained an impact that caused my left knee to hit the ground forcefully. I consulted a doctor and had an X-ray taken, and the doctor diagnosed it as muscle inflammation. Ho...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, when the knee impacts the ground, the area affected is generally the front of the patella, which is only covered by skin, resulting in a contusion of the bone. If there is no fracture, recovery will take approximately three months. If the patellar tendon below the pate...[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: Pain and Recovery for Chefs
Understanding Thigh Bone Fracture Recovery: Common Concerns and Symptoms
Femoral fracture Doctor, it has been over a month since I fractured my femur. I went to the hospital for an X-ray, and it shows that the bone is healing. However, while I am rehabilitating at home and walking without crutches, I can clearly feel a metal implant rubbing against th...
Dr. Chen Yanming Reply:
I cannot provide a detailed explanation without seeing the actual fracture situation, but after a femoral fracture, it is important to use crutches to protect the affected limb for three months post-surgery and not to discontinue their use prematurely. Limb length discrepancy and...[Read More] Understanding Thigh Bone Fracture Recovery: Common Concerns and Symptoms