Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Understanding Wrist Recovery After Surgery
Postoperative fracture of the radius and ulna? Dear Doctor, I suffered a fracture of the distal radius and ulnar on December 20, underwent surgery on December 22, and was hospitalized for 5 days before being discharged. During rehabilitation, I was only able to perform hand grip ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After surgery, it is important to start wrist joint exercises as early as possible. Additionally, the hand should perform fist clenching and opening movements to help loosen the finger joints. Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to monitor the healing of the fracture. If...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Understanding Wrist Recovery After Surgery
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation Challenges: Understanding Shoulder Recovery
Post-fracture rehabilitation issues? I have a proximal humeral fracture, and the incision from the surgery is on the side of my shoulder. They used a titanium alloy plate and screws for fixation, but there is less muscle in that area. Will the surgery have damaged the muscle to s...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello Bobo, there will inevitably be some muscle damage during surgery, and joint stiffness after the operation is also a common phenomenon. As long as the surgery is successful and the fracture heals, gradual rehabilitation and exercise will lead to a smooth recovery. Wishing yo...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation Challenges: Understanding Shoulder Recovery
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Managing Pain and Recovery After Injury
Rehabilitation Issues After Fracture Hello Dr. Lee: On June 26, I suffered a crush injury to the left fifth metatarsal in a car accident, and it has been two months since then. The steel pin has been removed, and the doctor has informed me that I can bear weight and rehabilitate ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your reported symptoms, sudden sharp pain at the fracture site is mostly a normal phenomenon. It could also be due to excessive rehabilitation or incorrect posture. If there is no severe pain, you may not need to take anti-inflammatory pain medications anymore. Ty...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Managing Pain and Recovery After Injury
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Concerns After Removing Steel Pins
Rehabilitation Issues After Removal of Metal Pins from Fractures Hello Dr. Lee: On June 26, I suffered a comminuted open fracture of the left fifth metatarsal due to a car accident, and I had four steel pins inserted. On August 16, an X-ray showed that the bone had healed, and th...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello Amily: Typically, recovery from a comminuted open fracture is slower than that of a regular fracture. However, it has been nearly two months since your injury, and the doctor has removed your bone screws. Therefore, you can carefully walk on your flat foot as long as you av...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Concerns After Removing Steel Pins
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Concerns About Joint Stiffness and Treatment Options
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation (Continued Part Two) I went for a follow-up appointment today, and the attending physician believes that my range of motion has improved too little and is concerned about stiffness. They plan to schedule me for anesthesia in the operating room next we...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Performing this treatment under anesthesia is feasible and yields good results, significantly improving issues related to limited mobility. The only caution is to avoid excessive force, as overexertion can lead to fractures, so it must be done carefully. This procedure is known a...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Concerns About Joint Stiffness and Treatment Options
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Overcoming Challenges in Arm Mobility
Rehabilitation after fracture surgery? Doctor, I suffered a spiral fracture of the distal humerus in July, and I have been undergoing rehabilitation for nearly two months now. I feel that there has been little improvement in the range of motion when bending my arm. I have been se...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The healing time for a humeral fracture is approximately two to three months. The range of motion you mentioned refers to either the shoulder joint or the elbow joint. Typically, after such fractures heal, the mobility of both joints does not significantly decrease. If it is conf...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Overcoming Challenges in Arm Mobility
Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Key Questions for a Smooth Recovery
Rehabilitation after fracture healing? Hello Dr. Lee: I am the one who asked a question on May 17th. Thank you for your blessings. Yesterday (which was seven months and twenty days after my fracture), I went for a follow-up appointment, and the doctor said that the fracture has h...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions, please have confidence in yourself, especially since your attending physician has reviewed your imaging and provided appropriate instructions. Question 1: Please use your crutches without fear. Question 2: Normal individuals do not re-fra...[Read More] Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Key Questions for a Smooth Recovery