Understanding Ankle Pain: Is It a Sprain or Something Else?
Pain upon palpation of the ankle? If pressing just above the protruding bone of the ankle causes significant pain, similar to a bruising sensation, but there is no visible external injury or swelling, and walking feels normal, it may not necessarily be a sprain. It could indicate...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
I'm not sure if you're asking about the outer or inner side of the ankle. If there is no sprain, it could be due to tendonitis or periostitis. The outer side of the ankle is the distal end of the fibula, known as the lateral malleolus, while the inner side is the protru...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Pain: Is It a Sprain or Something Else?
Understanding Ankle Tendon Displacement: Causes and Treatment Options
Ankle ligament displacement I would like to consult a doctor. In May, I accidentally struck my left ankle with a baseball bat while playing softball, which has led to habitual lateral displacement of the ankle ligaments. After six months, I can walk normally, but I still cannot b...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You may need to see an orthopedic specialist, as it could be a displacement of the tendon of the anterior tibialis muscle. If the tendon is located slightly posterior and lateral to the ankle joint and there is persistent pain, medical attention is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Ankle Tendon Displacement: Causes and Treatment Options
Managing Knee Injuries and Relapses of Tailbone Pain: Effective Strategies
Knee contusion and old coccyx injury? I injured my right knee after being knocked down while riding a bicycle, and it has been over six months. It seems that my right leg is also affected. I have undergone acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, and X-rays, which showed no bone issu...
Dr. Luo Zhongwei Reply:
It is recommended that you schedule an appointment for further examination and evaluation.[Read More] Managing Knee Injuries and Relapses of Tailbone Pain: Effective Strategies
Understanding Fractured Bones After Dislocation: What to Expect
Dislocation with small bone fragments? Hello doctor, I dislocated my elbow in November two years ago. Initially, I was taken directly to the emergency room. Since the X-ray did not show any fractures, they simply relocated it and put it in a cast. After a week, the cast was remov...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, a dislocated elbow should be promptly reduced, and dislocation may be associated with small fractures. If the current level of activity is not affected, it is advisable not to treat it solely for the purpose of obtaining an X-ray. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Fractured Bones After Dislocation: What to Expect
Post-Car Accident Knee Issues: When to Seek Further Medical Imaging?
The car accident resulted in abnormal knee function? Hello, Doctor! It has been about two months since the car accident, and I am currently walking normally. However, my right knee is still slightly more swollen than my left knee, and I am unable to fully bend my right knee. When...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can go for rehabilitation to see if you can recover. If the initial examination shows no issues, there is no need for further testing unless there are instability or other problems. Generally, it takes about three to six months for a knee joint injury to fully heal.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Knee Issues: When to Seek Further Medical Imaging?
Understanding Lateral Wrist Pain: Causes, Recovery, and Care Tips
Pain on the lateral side of the wrist? Hello Doctor, my wrist has been hurting for 2 to 3 months. However, the pain only occurs when I rotate it to a specific angle, and it is quite mild; it is not noticeable most of the time. The pain is located on the outer side of my wrist. I ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: If there has been no obvious injury, the likelihood of significant structural damage is low. Wearing protective gear and being mindful of activity is advisable. If noticeable symptoms persist for more than a month, further examination is recommended. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Lateral Wrist Pain: Causes, Recovery, and Care Tips
Understanding Ankle Fractures from Car Accidents: Pain and Recovery Insights
Regarding ankle fractures caused by car accidents? Regarding the ankle fracture pain caused by a car accident, the accident occurred on June 23, 2015, and an X-ray confirmed a fracture of the left lateral malleolus. After the cast was removed on August 12, 2015, rehabilitation wa...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a fracture is non-displaced, surgery is not necessary. Ankle injuries typically take about three months to gradually heal, while numbness may take approximately six months to fully recover.[Read More] Understanding Ankle Fractures from Car Accidents: Pain and Recovery Insights
Understanding Delayed Bone Healing After Wrist Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Delayed bone healing? The screw used for the fixation of the scaphoid fracture in my right wrist has become loose. Earlier this year, I accidentally twisted my wrist violently while working, resulting in an injury. Initially, the pain was intermittent, so I did not pay much atten...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Taking 5-6 X-rays will not affect the situation; if the bone has not healed, a second surgery may be necessary to stabilize it with bone screws.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Bone Healing After Wrist Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Is ACL Surgery Necessary for Active Athletes? Understanding Your Options
The necessity of surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries? Hello, Doctor: I completely tore my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and my meniscus is fine. I delayed getting an MRI for nearly six months because I initially thought it wasn't a big deal; I felt like ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello: A complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) will definitely lead to instability in the knee joint. Autograft ligament reconstruction requires sacrificing another ligament. Currently, artificial ligaments have advanced significantly, and the surgical techniques ...[Read More] Is ACL Surgery Necessary for Active Athletes? Understanding Your Options
Recovering from a Foot Fracture: Understanding Ligament Damage and Healing
Running, suspected ligament laxity or strain, and stress fracture? This past Monday during gym class, I accidentally fractured the bone connected to my left big toe. The doctor mentioned that the ligament might also be loosened or torn. I am currently in a cast and have a CT scan...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: If the fracture has healed well, the ligaments should also have healed. It is necessary to assess whether the fracture requires any further treatment. Thank you![Read More] Recovering from a Foot Fracture: Understanding Ligament Damage and Healing
Understanding Avulsion Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Tear fracture Hello Doctor, I am Qingfeng, who asked a question a few days ago. I have recently been transferred to the Veterans General Hospital. The doctor said that an X-ray showed a small piece of bone was pulled off along with the ligament, but because that piece of bone is ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the bone fragment is very small, it may not be possible to fix it with bone screws; typically, applying a cast will allow it to heal. The area where the ligaments and bones come into contact often tears due to external forces. Usually, when there is a bone tear, the injury to ...[Read More] Understanding Avulsion Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Understanding Knee Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Knee pain with muscle tightness? Hello Doctor: My mother (53 years old) experiences knee pain and muscle tightness, and she feels discomfort during basic activities such as walking, standing, sitting, and squatting. She has seen a doctor who diagnosed her with acute inflammation ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to further investigate with an MRI and arthroscopy to check for any damage to the meniscus, ligaments, or cartilage. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Knee Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Ligament Tears: Diagnosis, Recovery, and When Surgery is Needed
Ligament tear A month ago, I sprained my ankle while playing basketball and went to an orthopedic clinic where I had an X-ray taken. The doctor said I had a ligament tear, but isn't it true that X-rays cannot show ligaments? How did he determine that there was a tear? I was ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Ankle sprains commonly involve injuries to the ligaments near the joint, which are generally tears. Ligaments are composed of many fibers, and a tear does not necessarily mean a complete rupture; sometimes only a portion may be torn. X-rays cannot determine the extent of the tear...[Read More] Understanding Ligament Tears: Diagnosis, Recovery, and When Surgery is Needed
How to Determine if Your Ankle Ligament is Torn After a Sports Injury
Ankle sprain while playing basketball? When coming down from a rebound while playing basketball, if your foot loses stability and you hear a popping sound, how can you determine if a ligament has been torn?
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: First, go to the hospital for a physical examination by a physician to assess whether there is any impact on the ankle joint. If there is none, conservative treatment and rehabilitation can be initiated. If there are suspicions, further examinations such as an MRI will be ...[Read More] How to Determine if Your Ankle Ligament is Torn After a Sports Injury
Managing Poor Wound Healing After Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Poor wound healing after clavicle fracture surgery? Hello Doctor: I have fractured my left clavicle twice due to car accidents. The first fracture was at the distal end (November 3, 2014), for which I underwent surgery that involved self-paying for internal fixation with a steel ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Multiple fractures of the clavicle have resulted in poor skin healing after surgery. The subcutaneous tissue in that area is relatively thin, but circulation is good. However, due to the inability to assess the actual condition of the wound, a definitive judgment cannot be made. ...[Read More] Managing Poor Wound Healing After Clavicle Fracture Surgery
Exploring Non-Surgical Options for ACL Tear Recovery
Options for ACL tear management include: 1. ** Hello Doctor, I am the patient who previously asked you about the ACL. My condition is a grade 1 tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) with instability of about 0.5 cm. Thank you for informing me that the ACL may not heal com...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
PRP has some effects on tissue repair, but it cannot restore a previously loosened anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) to normal healing, resulting in some residual instability. ACL reconstruction is not solely aimed at addressing instability; it also aims to improve function. If th...[Read More] Exploring Non-Surgical Options for ACL Tear Recovery
Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL Tears and Treatment Options
Knee issues Hello doctor, I am 27 years old. My knee may have been injured when I fell while skiing at the age of 24, but I had no symptoms at that time. Later, at 26, while serving in the military, I twisted my right knee in a state of muscle weakness, which swelled significantl...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, once a ligament is torn, it cannot regenerate. However, if the instability is around 0.5 centimeters, surgery is not necessary. Strengthening exercises for the muscles around the knee joint can be sufficient. The decision on which treatment method to pursue, such as su...[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL Tears and Treatment Options
Understanding Complications After Clavicle Fractures: Healing and Rehabilitation
Post-fracture complications of the clavicle? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my situation. I have had two fractures of my left clavicle. The first one was a distal fracture, for which I underwent surgery using screws and artificial ligaments for fixation, and the screws d...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Once the bone has healed, you can start to engage in activities, but it is important not to exert too much force. Wound care can involve the use of artificial skin, and it is advisable to frequently change the dressings to keep the wound dry and clean, which will promote gradual ...[Read More] Understanding Complications After Clavicle Fractures: Healing and Rehabilitation
Recovery After ACL Reconstruction: What to Expect at 10 Days Post-Surgery
Postoperative recovery status after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask you about my current condition. I am about 10 days post-surgery, and while I still have some swelling, I do not experience any inflammation or pain. My knee flexion h...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the possibilities you mentioned certainly exist, but if you take good care of it, most of them will not occur. After surgery, do not rush into exercising; you must wait until the ligaments have healed. If the ligaments tear again, the knee will experience instability, simi...[Read More] Recovery After ACL Reconstruction: What to Expect at 10 Days Post-Surgery
Managing ACL Injury: Tips to Delay Further Knee Damage
Inquiry about anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear? Hello, I recently suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while playing basketball. The doctor recommended surgery, but due to work commitments, I cannot take time off for at least six months. However, I have recently ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Hello: For a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), it is essential to confirm the diagnosis first. If it is a complete tear, surgery will be necessary to reconstruct the ligament using a graft from other ligaments. In the meantime, it is important to use a knee b...[Read More] Managing ACL Injury: Tips to Delay Further Knee Damage