Legs, Orthopedics FAQ - Page 20

Knee myoma inquiry? I would like to seek a professional opinion from a doctor. A year ago, after hiking Yushan, I experienced pain in both legs. Not knowing what was wrong, I sought help from traditional Chinese medicine and ended up receiving acupuncture. After the treatment, my...

Artificial joint I have mild blood sugar levels (around 180-220) and underwent knee joint replacement surgery. It has been nearly three weeks since my discharge, and the wound has healed. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. Why is the muscle above the knee joint hard and lacks ela...

Bone pain? Hello Dr. Shi: I would like to ask you a question. Since I was young, I have experienced intermittent pain in my arms and legs. Although the pain is not unbearable, I often feel weak. The episodes vary in duration, usually lasting around ten hours, and sometimes they a...

Frog limb 1: Is there a classification of frog legs that is caused by tight Achilles tendons, resulting in an inability to place the heels on the ground? 2: If this is the reason for the inability to squat, is surgical correction necessary? 3: How can one easily determine whi...

Burst fracture of the second lumbar vertebra with associated spinal nerve injury? 1. I have undergone lumbar spine surgery approximately ten years ago, with a total of three to four surgeries during this period. Recently, I have been experiencing persistent lower back pain, along...

Bow legs Hello: My son has a problem with bow legs. He is going to be a freshman in high school this year. Is it possible to correct this?

excuse me? Hello, I have developed a tumor on my wrist, and I had surgery for it 18 years ago. It has recurred now, and this time the situation is different from the first. A few months ago, I started experiencing a gradual onset of soreness. Although it is not as large as the fi...

About bone spurs? Hello, doctor. I live in Zhudong and would like to ask about a previous X-ray I had taken. I have bone spurs at the ankle joint (where the calf connects to the foot) on both legs, specifically at the central position of the distal ends of the tibia. This conditi...

It is common for bones to make sounds? Hello doctor, when I stand up and squat, my knees make sounds, and when I lie in bed and lift my legs, I can also hear a clicking noise (it seems to be from the pelvic area). Does this indicate that there is a problem with my bones? If there...

Protruding bones? The chest exhibits a noticeable "protrusion" that does not resemble pectoral muscles; when touched, it feels as if one is directly touching the bone, with only a layer of skin in between. The area between the left and right chest is flat, with the most...

Sudden onset of weakness in the legs? About a year ago, I had surgery on my knee. After the recovery, whenever I go shopping or attend a concert, the next day I suddenly experience weakness in my legs. What could be the cause of this? Should I seek treatment or take medication?

Could you please provide more context or specify what information you are seeking about the spinal growth plates? The closure of the vertebral growth plates typically occurs around the ages of 16 to 18 in females and 18 to 21 in males. In general, the growth plates in the spine t...

Spine Cold weather can cause discomfort in the lower back and spine, making it difficult to walk upright and resulting in weakness in the legs. I had a spinal tap when I was younger. Could this be a long-term effect? Which specialist should I see? Thank you.

Post-HIVD surgery Dear Director, My mother underwent surgery for HIVD (herniated intervertebral disc) and spinal stenosis at the L3-L5 levels at the Taipei Municipal Hospital, performed by a neurosurgeon. She opted for a self-funded artificial joint (a round one), which cost ove...

Abnormal bone protrusion? There is a bony protrusion slightly above the side of my knee since childhood, which feels like an extra bone. I also have a few ribs and finger joints that protrude on the underside of my arm (though they are smaller). The one on my arm is easily bumped...

Pediatric Joint Care Hello! The child is currently 7 years old and has recently been expressing that the insides of his joints feel "tight." He often collides his left and right feet together and describes a sensation of tightness in his legs. When asked about the areas...

The issue of bone density? Hello, I have a question... I hear a "clicking" sound between my hip and femur while walking, and it occurs in both legs. How should I address this? What treatment options will be necessary? Thank you!

Leg length discrepancy Hello, doctor. I have noticed that I have a leg length discrepancy, with my hips appearing uneven—my right side is higher than my left. The cause is unclear. Sometimes, after standing or walking for a long time, my left foot feels uncomfortable and experien...

Regarding leg pain, tightness, and weakness..? I have a question regarding muscle fiber tears in the calves and thighs. I work in the electronics industry, where I have to stand and walk briskly all day, and sometimes even run to meet deadlines. I typically work over eight hours ...

How to correct bow legs? Hello, doctor. I have knock knees and mild flat feet. 1. Will using a corrective brace have a significant effect on my knock knees? 2. If I do not use a corrective brace for my knock knees, will they continue to worsen? 3. Are there other methods to cor...