Understanding Pediatric Forearm Fractures: Concerns and Recovery
Pediatric radial bone fracture? In a pediatric case of a forearm fracture, specifically involving the radius and ulna, it has been 5 weeks since the injury. The ulna has healed, but the radius still shows an angulation of 27 degrees. Will this lead to nonunion or adversely affect...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: It will not cause nonunion. Currently, there is a 27-degree deformity that requires careful observation. The younger the patient, the closer the fracture site is to the distal radius growth plate, the greater the ability for remodeling, and it may be possible to correct it...[Read More] Understanding Pediatric Forearm Fractures: Concerns and Recovery
Understanding Numbness After a Fracture: When to Seek Urgent Care
Numbness in the hand after a fracture? The doctor said that my radius at the elbow is fractured and I need to wait for surgery to have screws or plates inserted. However, since it is the weekend, there are no clinics available for the surgery. Is it very urgent to have surgery fo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. The department is very urgent. 2. During a fracture, there may be contusions that can affect the surrounding nerves, which may cause some numbness. Therefore, a simple immobilization is sufficient for now.[Read More] Understanding Numbness After a Fracture: When to Seek Urgent Care
Post-Wrist Fracture: Safe Exercise and Rehabilitation Tips
Post-fracture wrist mobility issues? A month and a half ago, I sustained a minor distal radius fracture from a fall while trying to brace myself. After one month in a cast, my doctor said it has healed and I can start rehabilitation. After another half month of rehab, my wrist&#x...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Yes. 2. Three months. 3. Approximately three to six months.[Read More] Post-Wrist Fracture: Safe Exercise and Rehabilitation Tips
Post-Surgery Concerns: Dry Skin and Color Changes in Orthopedic Recovery
Postoperative complications? I underwent surgery to insert a steel pin in my left radius due to a fracture near the elbow on December 25th. However, I have noticed that the palm of my left hand has been persistently dry and peeling. Applying lotion and hand cream has not helped; ...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
After surgery, local metabolism will be more active, and the skin will undergo a renewal process, which may result in continuous shedding. This will typically improve on its own within one to two weeks.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Dry Skin and Color Changes in Orthopedic Recovery
Post-Surgery Thumb Mobility Issues: When to Seek Rehabilitation Help?
After removing the nail, the thumb is unable to move? After the left radius and ulna fracture healed, I underwent surgery on November 18 to remove the pins. During the surgery, it was found that the healing of the left bone was not satisfactory, so only the pins from the right si...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello: It may be due to adhesions or a ruptured flexor pollicis longus or abductor pollicis tendon. Please consult an orthopedic specialist, specifically a hand surgeon, for an examination. If there is indeed a rupture, treatment options may include tendon repair, tendon grafting...[Read More] Post-Surgery Thumb Mobility Issues: When to Seek Rehabilitation Help?
Post-Surgery Pain and Recovery After Removing Exposed Bone Pins
After the removal of the exposed metal pins? A few days ago, I had the exposed steel pin removed from the area just below my left wrist. Since then, whenever I try to lift anything, I experience significant pain and soreness in the wrist and the area where the pin was removed. I ...
Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
A physical examination and imaging assessment are required; please visit the orthopedic outpatient clinic![Read More] Post-Surgery Pain and Recovery After Removing Exposed Bone Pins
Post-Surgery Stiffness in Pediatric Humerus Fracture: Seeking Solutions
Postoperative angular stiffness of the left humerus in a pediatric patient with a lateral condyle fracture? Dear Doctor, On March 13, just before turning four years old, my child accidentally fell from the bed and sustained a deformity in the left elbow due to a fracture. That e...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: As a parent myself, I understand your feelings. It truly pains me to hear about your child's condition. Would it be convenient for me to explain this to you in person? I find that written communication often fails to convey the precise information I wish to share with...[Read More] Post-Surgery Stiffness in Pediatric Humerus Fracture: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Left Wrist Interosseous Ligament Strain: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Traumatic sprain of the left interosseous ligament of the wrist? A traumatic sprain of the left interosseous ligament of the wrist refers to an injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC). Whether you can lift heavy objects depends on the severity of the injury and you...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
I would like to confirm whether you are referring to the "intercarpal ligament" or the "interosseous ligament between the radius and ulna." If it is the latter, then it is indeed a part of the triangular fibrocartilage complex. However, I need to clarify your ...[Read More] Understanding Left Wrist Interosseous Ligament Strain: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Severe Knee Injury After Fall: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps
Knee issues Recently, I fell down the stairs at home with a loud crack, feeling something break. I couldn't stand up and was in excruciating pain. After forcing myself to stand, I noticed blood and upon examination, I found that my right knee had sunk in by 1 cm and was blee...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If you are already receiving treatment at a hospital, you should follow the physician's recommendations, which may include immobilization with a cast or surgery. A decision can only be made after assessing the clinical condition.[Read More] Severe Knee Injury After Fall: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps
Understanding Distal Radioulnar Joint Dislocation and Post-Surgery Complications
Distal radioulnar joint dislocation Hello Doctor: I have mentioned this before, and I need your help again. On March 27 of this year, I fell and displaced my wrist. The doctor said I was too late to seek treatment; otherwise, I would only need a cast. Instead, I underwent surgery...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. If a nerve has been compressed for 2 months, will it be permanently damaged? If it is scar tissue compressing the nerve, how should it be managed? ANS: Please start taking Vitamin B2. 2. The doctor told me to have the metal plate removed in 15 days. Is that too long? ANS: No,...[Read More] Understanding Distal Radioulnar Joint Dislocation and Post-Surgery Complications
Understanding Complications After Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Distal radioulnar joint dislocation Hello Doctor: I am the person who previously raised a question in <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/169644">#169644</a>. I have a displaced fracture of the right radius and ulna, for which I underwent surgery to have a p...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
As mentioned in your letter, it is likely carpal tunnel syndrome. The causes could include scarring, prolonged pressure, or conditions such as diabetes, among others. Therefore, it is possible to perform a decompression surgery while removing the plate. 1. How can I ask my doct...[Read More] Understanding Complications After Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
Understanding Complications of Distal Radius Fractures: Nerve Compression and Plate Removal
Distal radioulnar joint dislocation Hello: I have a displaced fracture of the right radius and ulna, and I underwent surgery to place metal plates and screws (out-of-pocket expenses). Two months later, I experience numbness in my thumb, index finger, and middle finger (the ring f...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, regarding your inquiry, it is possible that the median nerve is being compressed. If the condition of nerve compression gradually improves after surgery, some medications can be used to alleviate nerve discomfort. However, if there is no improvement in nerve symptoms, it m...[Read More] Understanding Complications of Distal Radius Fractures: Nerve Compression and Plate Removal
Understanding Post-Surgery Complications of Wrist Fractures: Causes and Solutions
Post-operative care for wrist fracture? Hello Doctor, I had a crush fracture of the radial bone in my right wrist due to a car accident at the beginning of February. After about four months, it has mostly healed. During my last follow-up appointment on May 28, the doctor advised ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, distal radius fractures, especially those that are comminuted and displaced, are actually not uncommon. Since the fracture occurred in February, it should have healed by now. If it does not affect forearm pronation and supination, observation is sufficient. Changhua Hospit...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Complications of Wrist Fractures: Causes and Solutions
Persistent Wrist Discomfort and Vascular Swelling After Fracture Recovery
The treatment has been completed for nearly a year, but the wrist joint still frequently feels uncomfortable and there is noticeable vascular edema? On June 6, 2020, the patient sought medical attention for a distal radius fracture and underwent fixation with titanium alloy. Near...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Some individuals may experience slower recovery, but continuing rehabilitation can lead to improvement. It is advisable to consult a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Persistent Wrist Discomfort and Vascular Swelling After Fracture Recovery
Post-Operative Concerns: Removing Pins After Radius and Ulnar Surgery
Postoperative Removal of Steel Pins for Radius and Ulnar Fractures Hello Dr. Chen, I underwent two surgeries for internal fixation with plates and screws in early November 2019, specifically for a comminuted fracture of the right radial head and proximal ulnar fracture, as well a...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
I plan to have surgery in July to remove the metal screws and plates. Is there a possibility of nerve damage? >> It is possible, but not common. How long will it take to rehabilitate after the removal? >> It may not necessarily lead to "full recovery," but r...[Read More] Post-Operative Concerns: Removing Pins After Radius and Ulnar Surgery
Post-Removal Recovery: Addressing Wrist Pain and Numbness After Surgery
Postoperative removal of the right distal radius plate? Hello Doctor, I had the plate removed from my right radius at the beginning of February (it has been a year since the surgery). It has been three weeks now, and I still feel numbness in my middle finger, cannot rotate my wri...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Approximately one month. 2. Six weeks later. 3. Rehabilitation activities for the wrist joint can be performed. 4. There may be compression of the median nerve, which could resolve in about three months.[Read More] Post-Removal Recovery: Addressing Wrist Pain and Numbness After Surgery
Understanding Recovery from Radial Bone Fracture: Concerns and Rehabilitation
Radial fracture Hello Doctor, I fractured my right radius on January 24th (approximately in the middle) and underwent surgery to implant a steel plate on January 25th. I had my stitches removed a few days ago. Since I am an artist, I am very anxious about my recovery. I have seve...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. Difficulty in flipping the arm and extending it, with a noticeable protrusion at the site of the steel plate that feels hard to the touch. I would like to know if this indicates that the plate may need to be removed later. You are still very young, and it would be better to re...[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Radial Bone Fracture: Concerns and Rehabilitation
Is Swelling and Pain Normal After a Wrist Fracture Recovery?
Four months after a car accident, the wrist fracture is still swollen, and it hurts when the weather is cold? Four months after a wrist fracture, the fractured area is still swollen, and there is occasional pain, especially in cold weather or at night. Sometimes the pain radiates...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Once a fracture has healed, it typically should not cause any pain. If there is still swelling and pain, it may be necessary to get an X-ray to check if the fracture has completely healed. Generally, a distal radius fracture takes about three to six months to heal.[Read More] Is Swelling and Pain Normal After a Wrist Fracture Recovery?
Understanding Numbness After Distal Radius Fracture Surgery: Causes and Recovery
Distal radius fracture Hello, doctor. I sustained a distal radius fracture on November 25, 2020, and underwent surgery the following day to have a plate and screws inserted for stabilization. It has been over a month since the surgery, and I am experiencing significant numbness i...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, numbness in the thumb and part of the index finger is often related to the superficial branch of the radial nerve. If there is a comminuted fracture with significant soft tissue swelling, prolonged numbness for several months is possible. The surgery typically approaches f...[Read More] Understanding Numbness After Distal Radius Fracture Surgery: Causes and Recovery
Recovery After Left Radius Fracture: Managing Elbow Dislocation and Ligament Injury
Fracture of the left radial head accompanied by elbow dislocation and ligament tear? Hello doctor, I underwent surgery on November 9th due to a car accident, resulting in a left radial fracture with dislocation and ligament rupture. A titanium alloy plate and anchors were used fo...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, a fracture of the radial head accompanied by dislocation usually leaves varying degrees of sequelae. Therefore, rehabilitation after surgery is very important. The progress of rehabilitation should primarily follow the advice of the attending physician. On one hand, the st...[Read More] Recovery After Left Radius Fracture: Managing Elbow Dislocation and Ligament Injury