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 for Fifth Toe Valgus Correction: What to Expect
Postoperative Issues Related to Fifth Digit Varus Deformity Surgery Hello, Doctor: I have hallux valgus on both feet, but without bunions on my big toes. After walking for a long time, I experience pain that has persisted for two to three years. I finally made the decision to und...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Correct. 2. No special rehabilitation is needed; if the joint can move, practice the range of motion for the joint. 3. Typically around six weeks. 4. Not necessarily. 5. The wound should be kept clean and dry, and diabetes should be well controlled.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Fifth Toe Valgus Correction: What to Expect
Can Quadriceps Muscle Recover After Severe Femoral Fracture?
Severe comminuted fracture of the femur above the knee with quadriceps atrophy? I'm sorry, doctor. Three years ago, I suffered a severe comminuted fracture of the femur in my knee, which has led to significant atrophy of my quadriceps. I am now starting to take rehabilitatio...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Consistent rehabilitation exercises may lead to improvements.[Read More] Can Quadriceps Muscle Recover After Severe Femoral Fracture?
Recovery After Removal of Proximal Humerus Screws: What to Expect
Removal of proximal humeral intramedullary nails? Hello Doctor, due to a proximal humeral fracture, I had seven steel pins inserted for fixation. After the bone healed, I can only raise my arm to about 150 degrees. Later, during a check-up at the rehabilitation department, it was...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, if the steel nail has loosened after a fracture, it usually indicates that the fracture has not healed properly. Please be cautious regarding the information provided in the letter; if you are unable to lift your shoulder, it may be due to tendon rupture or joint stiffness...[Read More] Recovery After Removal of Proximal Humerus Screws: What to Expect
Understanding Degenerative Disc Disease: Treatment Options and Insights
Degenerative arthritis of the spine Hello Doctor, I would like to seek your advice regarding my situation: I fell on my buttocks while sitting down in the first year of junior high school. By the second year, I started experiencing back pain. Since I was still young at the time, ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if there is an injury to a single vertebral segment and associated neuropathic pain, it is important to address the issue of nerve compression causing the pain. If the intervertebral disc is completely damaged, consideration should be given to spinal fusion with instrument...[Read More] Understanding Degenerative Disc Disease: Treatment Options and Insights
Understanding Ulnar Proximal Fractures: Surgical vs. Conservative Treatment
Proximal ulnar fracture Hello Dr. Shi, I sustained an injury on December 31, and the diagnosis is a proximal ulnar fracture. The emergency physician informed me that there is considerable debate regarding the treatment for this type of injury. One perspective suggests that surger...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Surgery is not recommended. 2. Immobilization for three to four weeks is sufficient. 3. Rehabilitation is needed after the swelling of the joint subsides.[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Proximal Fractures: Surgical vs. Conservative Treatment
Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Rehabilitation
Patellar comminuted fracture / issues with steel pins? Hello, doctor. Three months ago, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in a comminuted fracture of my right patella. I currently have two steel pins and wires for fixation, and my recovery is going well; I can perfor...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It depends on how deep the bone screws are embedded; some can be removed. 2. If the fracture is well-aligned after surgery, there are usually few complications. 3. Yes, it is possible to recover after training. 4. You may not need to wear it anymore. 5. Perform leg rai...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Complications, and Rehabilitation
Understanding Ankle Ligament Injuries: Recovery, Support, and Treatment Options
Ankle ligaments Hello, my ankle ligament injury has been ongoing for a week (the doctor said the ligament is not torn), but it is still swollen. The bruise has changed from purple to a yellow-green color, but the area has slightly expanded, and I am unable to stand. Is this recov...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Wearing protective gear can help with ligament healing, reduce ligament load, and prevent re-injury. Both Western and traditional rehabilitation therapies can promote circulation, which is beneficial for healing. The tightness of the protective gear should be sufficient to limit ...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Ligament Injuries: Recovery, Support, and Treatment Options
Understanding Meniscus Tears and Patellar Ligament Injuries in Knee MRI
Meniscus and patellar ligament? 1. MRI of the left knee without contrast enhancement shows: 1. No definite bony fracture. 2. Increased signal at the medial patellofemoral ligament (se/im: 3/6-8). 3. Increased signal at the lateral patellofemoral ligament (se/im: 3/5-1...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The medial meniscus of the left knee joint is torn, and it is necessary to consult an orthopedic surgeon to review the imaging and determine whether arthroscopic surgery is needed.[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Tears and Patellar Ligament Injuries in Knee MRI
Managing Wrist Pain During Pregnancy: Tips for Expecting Mothers
Wrist pain during pregnancy? Hello, doctor. I am currently 27 weeks pregnant with twins. Since week 20, I have been experiencing numbness in my hands while sleeping. One night at week 23, I woke up with significant pain in my right wrist, and shortly after, my left wrist started ...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, during pregnancy, some individuals may experience poor circulation leading to edema. If nerves are compressed, it can result in numbness, while tendon compression may cause pain. You should consult a physician to rule out any other underlying causes. Rehabilitation or appr...[Read More] Managing Wrist Pain During Pregnancy: Tips for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Complications
Patellar fracture Hello, Doctor! In September of this year, I unfortunately had a car accident that resulted in a patellar fracture. Initially, it was a hairline fracture, and the emergency doctor applied a cast, stating that surgery was not necessary and that I should wait for t...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, I would like to clarify that responses on the internet, without direct patient contact, should primarily rely on the opinions of the operating surgeon. If misunderstandings arise in the doctor-patient relationship due to online responses, it is not the intended purpose of ...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Complications
Understanding Primary Frozen Shoulder: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Primary frozen shoulder Hello Doctor: I am a patient with primary frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). I have undergone rehabilitation for about 4 to 5 months over the past six months, but there has been little improvement in my range of motion. I still experience dull pain whi...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, I am a physician specializing in minimally invasive surgery for frozen shoulder. If you have undergone rehabilitation for more than three months without significant improvement, I recommend considering minimally invasive surgery. On average, patients regain about 70% of th...[Read More] Understanding Primary Frozen Shoulder: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
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?
Which Specialist to Consult for Neck and Hand Pain Issues?
Inquire about the department for consultation? Hello Doctor: 1. There is slight swelling on both sides of the neck near the trachea, with normal TSH and T4 levels, and the swelling has persisted for about eight months. 2. Three weeks ago, my right thumb was diagnosed with tend...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, for thumb tendonitis, it is important to reduce hand activity and consider protective splints. If there is no improvement after a prolonged period, corticosteroid injections or surgery may be considered. A stiff neck is a form of myofascial pain syndrome; applying heat and...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for Neck and Hand Pain Issues?
Post-Tibial Fracture Surgery: Why Can't I Bend My Knee?
After a tibial fracture surgery, the knee cannot be flexed? Hello doctor, I had surgery on October 9, 2021, and the cast was removed on November 9, after which I was fitted with a protective brace (equivalent to a cast). When I removed the brace to clean my leg, I noticed that my...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, fractures around the joints often require fixation with a cast or splint after surgery due to the risk of displacement. However, prolonged immobilization can lead to joint stiffness. Please return for a follow-up appointment to have X-rays taken. If there is evidence of ca...[Read More] Post-Tibial Fracture Surgery: Why Can't I Bend My Knee?
Persistent Ankle Swelling After Ligament Reconstruction: What to Do?
Persistent swelling after ankle ligament reconstruction? Hello, doctor. About a month and a half ago, I underwent minimally invasive surgery for ankle ligament reconstruction. Since the surgery, my ankle has remained swollen and has not reduced at all. The surgeon mentioned that ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. Elevate the feet to perform ankle joint exercises. 2. Both methods can be used. 3. Incorrect. For rehabilitation, if swelling occurs, elevate the feet. The swelling will gradually subside after three months.[Read More] Persistent Ankle Swelling After Ligament Reconstruction: What to Do?
Understanding Thumb Joint Inflammation: Post-Surgery Pain and Nerve Issues
Thumb joint inflammation? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing pain near the wrist in both of my thumbs for a long time. After an X-ray, I was diagnosed with arthritis and required surgery for joint stabilization. My right hand is more painful, so I underwent the surgery first...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is normal to experience slight numbness after small nerve injuries on the skin, and this may improve over time. After surgery, joint stiffness can occur, which can be alleviated through rehabilitation. If there are any concerns, you can return for a follow-up appointment with ...[Read More] Understanding Thumb Joint Inflammation: Post-Surgery Pain and Nerve Issues
Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Postoperative care for tibia and fibula fractures? Dear Dr. Wang, I was involved in a motorcycle accident on September 17, resulting in a fracture of my right fibula and a crack in my tibia. I underwent internal fixation surgery on the same day. It has been two months since the ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, after an ankle fracture surgery, you should avoid putting weight on it initially, but the joint itself should not have significant issues with movement. However, normal weight-bearing walking will depend on the healing status of the fracture. Applying heat to the joint can...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Understanding Pain in the Little Finger After Fracture Rehabilitation
Fracture of the left index finger and distal radius fracture of the left wrist? Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. I have recovered from a fracture and am currently undergoing rehabilitation. However, I have noticed that my little finger experiences pain at the joint ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, there is no mention of any condition regarding the little finger. If there is no fracture, it should not be a major issue. It is recommended to have an orthopedic outpatient evaluation to assess for any soft tissue injuries. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Since...[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Little Finger After Fracture Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Techniques for Elbow and Ankle Fractures After Car Accidents
Rehabilitation after a fracture from a car accident? I would like to ask what methods can be used for mobility and movement with a left elbow (olecranon) fracture and a left ankle fracture.
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, please start with joint exercises, and you will be able to bear weight and walk normally once the fracture has healed. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Rehabilitation Techniques for Elbow and Ankle Fractures After Car Accidents