Understanding Strains and Fractures: When to Seek Orthopedic Advice
Inquire about the possibility of a strain or fracture? Hello, Doctor. While I was mopping the floor, I accidentally slipped a bit, but I didn't fall; I just twisted my body and spread my legs. I'm not sure if this could have caused a strain in my lower back or a fractur...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is normal to hear sounds; a strain is possible, but it is not easy for a bone to dislocate.[Read More] Understanding Strains and Fractures: When to Seek Orthopedic Advice
Can Long Legs Predict Height Growth in Adolescents?
Can leg length contribute to height increase? Hello, doctor. My height is currently 147 cm, making me the shortest boy. Although I am short, I have long legs. I am in the first year of junior high school, and I know I still have a lot of time to grow taller. However, people aroun...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Jie! Having long legs (lower limbs) does not necessarily mean that one will be very tall. During the growth process, the growth plates in the lower limbs develop first, which is why it may seem like the upper and lower limbs grow longer initially. However, they may also st...[Read More] Can Long Legs Predict Height Growth in Adolescents?
Improving Recovery from Tibia and Fibula Fractures: Tips for Pain and Swelling
Left tibiofibular fracture, right calcaneal fracture? Hello Doctor: I had surgery last September and started using a walker in January. Now, when I walk, my foot becomes red (sometimes resembling a bruise), and it also swells and hurts on the sole. What methods can help improve t...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, after a lower limb fracture, prolonged local swelling can lead to poor venous return in the lower extremities. To alleviate swelling and pain, elevating the legs and performing hydrotherapy (alternating hot and cold water immersion), as well as exercising the joints throug...[Read More] Improving Recovery from Tibia and Fibula Fractures: Tips for Pain and Swelling
Understanding Hip Replacement: Addressing Uneven Angles and Recovery
Artificial joint Hello, Doctor! My mother had a hip replacement on her right leg six months ago, but now the angles of her legs are different. The leg with the artificial hip has an external rotation of about 140 to 150 degrees. A week after the surgery, she experienced significa...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The primary purpose of joint replacement surgery is to relieve pain. If there is a slight valgus deformity, it may be related to the angle at which the artificial joint was placed. Rehabilitation can help improve this condition to some extent.[Read More] Understanding Hip Replacement: Addressing Uneven Angles and Recovery
Loss of Sensation in Knee After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Loss of tactile sensation in the knee after a car accident? In mid-January, I had a motorcycle accident where my right knee hit something hard, causing immediate and intense pain that made my legs feel weak and unable to support my body. However, I didn't feel any pain at th...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician or dietitian.[Read More] Loss of Sensation in Knee After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Is My Pain Sciatica? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Relief
I would like to ask the doctor if my symptoms are indicative of sciatica? On the evening of January 20th, after singing, I suddenly felt pain in my lower back while walking home, thinking I had strained my back. When I got up on January 21st, the pain in my lower back was so seve...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit an orthopedic outpatient clinic. After a diagnosis by the physician, please have the attending physician provide an explanation.[Read More] Is My Pain Sciatica? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Relief
Post-Clavicle Fracture Surgery: Safe Lower Body Strength Training Tips
What strength training can be done during the recovery period after a clavicle fracture surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent a right clavicle fracture reduction and fixation surgery three weeks ago. Today's X-ray still shows a visible fracture line that has yet to heal. Since...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Activities that can be performed. 2. Activities that will not be affected. 3. Lower body strength training can be done.[Read More] Post-Clavicle Fracture Surgery: Safe Lower Body Strength Training Tips
Understanding Coccyx Injuries: Causes and Recovery Insights
Coccygeal injury A few days ago, I slipped on a wet floor and fell to the ground. Now my legs feel very sore, and I experience pain in the soles of my feet when walking. I had an X-ray taken, and the doctor mentioned that my coccyx, which normally has a curvature, is slightly con...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a simple coccyx injury should not pose any significant issues. The current soreness in your legs is likely due to the recent fall. It should heal in approximately 3 to 4 weeks.[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Injuries: Causes and Recovery Insights
Does Sitting Cross-Legged Cause Scoliosis and Leg Length Discrepancy?
Scoliosis, leg length discrepancy, and sitting posture are related? Recently, I came across a news report suggesting that children should avoid crossing their legs (sitting with one leg over the other) because it could lead to scoliosis and leg length discrepancies. Is this reall...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Is sitting cross-legged or with one leg over the other really serious enough to cause scoliosis and leg length discrepancy? Scoliosis can occur due to 1. congenital neuromuscular disorders, 2. degenerative scoliosis, and the most common type is idiopathic scoliosis during adolesc...[Read More] Does Sitting Cross-Legged Cause Scoliosis and Leg Length Discrepancy?
Post-Exercise Lateral Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Lateral knee pain after exercise? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing pain on the outer side of my knees after exercising, especially when bending them. Both legs have had this issue. The pain subsides after resting for a day or two, but it recurs whenever I exer...
Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
There are many factors that can cause lateral knee pain, such as inflammation, discoid meniscus, and iliotibial band syndrome. If the pain does not significantly affect daily life, medical attention may not be necessary. However, if the pain does not improve, it is important to s...[Read More] Post-Exercise Lateral Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Understanding O-legs: Effective Exercises and Treatments for Knee Issues
<Knee Joint Issues> Inquiry about knee varus deformity (bow-leggedness)? Hello Dr. Lee, thank you for taking the time to review my situation. When I forcefully bring my legs together, only my ankles can touch, while there is a noticeable gap from my thighs through my knees ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
For exercises related to knee varus (bowleg) deformity, please consult with the rehabilitation department, as they specialize in exercise therapy more than the orthopedic department. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding O-legs: Effective Exercises and Treatments for Knee Issues
Post-Fracture Recovery: Managing Pain and Uneven Legs After Injury
After using crutches for about three months due to a fracture, I experience pain when walking for extended periods? Dear Vice Dean, I sustained a comminuted fracture of the femur and tibia (and plateau) due to a car accident on March 10, 2018. After two surgeries, I have finally...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, a 34-year-old female with a comminuted fracture of the femur and tibia (and plateau) has undergone two surgeries and it has been 5 months since. Currently, after walking for a while, there is significant discomfort at the fracture site, especially with severe pain in the k...[Read More] Post-Fracture Recovery: Managing Pain and Uneven Legs After Injury
Can Bow Legs Cause Swelling in the Feet? Understanding the Connection
Edema issues? Can O-shaped legs cause swelling in the feet? Thank you.
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, X-shaped or O-shaped legs do not cause swelling in the feet. It is recommended that you consult a nephrologist or a cardiologist for examination.[Read More] Can Bow Legs Cause Swelling in the Feet? Understanding the Connection
Post-Operative Hip Replacement: Understanding Movement Restrictions
Postoperative angle restrictions after total hip arthroplasty? Dear Director Chen, Hello. For a standard health insurance hip replacement, there are limitations on angles and movements after surgery. Is this just a transitional period post-surgery, or will one never be able to s...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, after hip replacement surgery, to prevent dislocation, it is advisable to avoid adduction, abduction, external rotation, and excessive flexion for at least six to twelve weeks post-surgery. This is related to the surgical procedure, so it is best to consult your attending ...[Read More] Post-Operative Hip Replacement: Understanding Movement Restrictions
Understanding Mild Knee Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Mild knee pain? I've been experiencing some soreness in my knee over the past couple of days. Could it possibly be related to the following issues: 1. I previously had an injury to my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) but did not seek any treatment. 2. My growth plates have f...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The closure of growth plates is not related to knee pain. If a person experiences rapid growth during puberty, the ligaments may be stretched, leading to growing pains. A tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can cause anterior-posterior instability in the knee, resulting ...[Read More] Understanding Mild Knee Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Post-Hip Surgery Knee Issues: Understanding Pain and Tightness
Knee issues after hip joint surgery? Hello, Doctor. My brother asked about hip joint issues for me on February 14. Thank you for addressing the concerns! 1. The pain in my popliteal area and calf has decreased a bit, but there is still a feeling of tightness. When I extend my l...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is normal to experience soreness and tightness in the popliteal area and calf after hip joint fracture surgery; this will take some time to recover. It is important to continue rehabilitation and apply heat therapy. 2. If the sciatic nerve is injured, it typically results...[Read More] Post-Hip Surgery Knee Issues: Understanding Pain and Tightness
Managing Tailbone Pain and Leg Discomfort: Non-Surgical Options
Coccydynia with lower limb pain? Hello, Director. Since February 17th until today, I have been experiencing persistent soreness from my lower back (coccyx) down to my lower limbs (thighs, knees, and calves). The primary symptom is soreness. After consulting with an orthopedic spe...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, a coccygeal contusion does not present with neurological symptoms. It would be best for you to undergo a physical examination for a proper assessment of your symptoms. Thank you.[Read More] Managing Tailbone Pain and Leg Discomfort: Non-Surgical Options
Understanding Swollen Clavicle: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Swelling of the clavicle? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my mother's condition (54 years old). She has significant swelling around her clavicle. She has seen orthopedic specialists, and two doctors mentioned that the bone is injured, while one suggested that there ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Bone swelling may be due to inflammation, trauma leading to fractures, or infection. If medication treatment does not improve the condition, it is necessary to go to a larger hospital for further evaluation, which may include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.[Read More] Understanding Swollen Clavicle: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Finding Top Orthopedic Surgeons for O-Shape Leg Correction in Taipei
I am looking for doctors in the Taipei and New Taipei areas who specialize in corrective surgery for O-shaped legs? Due to frequent pain and sometimes feeling like my knee is misaligned, about 5 or 6 years ago, a doctor in Hualien diagnosed me with bow legs (O-shaped legs) but di...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is no degeneration or pain in the knee joints, surgery for bow legs is not necessary. If surgery is required, a pre-operative assessment is essential. In the Taipei area, orthopedic departments at medical centers such as National Taiwan University Hospital, Veterans Gene...[Read More] Finding Top Orthopedic Surgeons for O-Shape Leg Correction in Taipei
Can Limb Lengthening Surgery Correct My Leg Discrepancy?
Treatment for leg length discrepancy? Hello Doctor: When I was 2 or 3 years old, I fractured my lower leg, resulting in a slight leg length discrepancy. I have been using shoe inserts, but now at 20 years old, the issue has worsened. When I stand with my legs straight, my pelvis ...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Leg length discrepancy can lead to scoliosis and lower back pain. If the length difference reaches 3 centimeters, surgical lengthening should be considered. However, this procedure is time-consuming; if everything goes smoothly, it may take about six months to remove the external...[Read More] Can Limb Lengthening Surgery Correct My Leg Discrepancy?