Understanding Finger Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Inquiry about finger issues? Hello doctor, yesterday I washed my hands with soap and while rubbing between my fingers, I felt slight pain at the base of my right ring finger. Although there is no swelling, I later noticed a specific point near the base close to my palm that is mo...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
I recommend that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician to determine if any additional examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Finger Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Foot Pain: Causes and Recovery Tips for Your Toes
Dorsal foot pain and toe pain? Hello, doctor. Last month, around the middle of the month, I experienced pain and swelling in the dorsum of my foot when walking (there is a sharp pain with any stepping motion). I consulted a rehabilitation physician who performed an ultrasound on ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There are many ligaments and tendons in the dorsum of the foot, and old injuries can lead to pain. Typically, shoes should not be too tight, and it is advisable to engage in physical activity.[Read More] Understanding Foot Pain: Causes and Recovery Tips for Your Toes
Dealing with Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury: Pain and Treatment Options
Triangular fibrocartilage displacement Hello, doctor. Last year during the New Year, I injured my wrist while moving things, and I couldn't even rotate it without pain. Over the past year and a half, I've visited four different clinics and continuously underwent rehabil...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Is the diagnosis of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) displacement a definitive diagnosis by the physician? It seems to not align well with your complaints. If possible, please consult a hand surgery specialist. Thank you.[Read More] Dealing with Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury: Pain and Treatment Options
Understanding Meniscus Rehabilitation: Pain After Surgery and PRP Therapy
Meniscus rehabilitation Dear Doctor, I had my left medial meniscus repaired by a physician a year ago, and I still experience a sharp pain when squatting. Is this normal? I found information online about PRP therapy; would it be effective for my condition? I've recently rega...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, regarding your post-operative condition, it is advisable to consult your attending physician. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Meniscus Rehabilitation: Pain After Surgery and PRP Therapy
Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy and Sciatica in Elderly Patients
Peripheral neuropathy, sciatica? Doctor, my father is in his eighties and has prostate cancer. He experiences pain on both sides of his buttocks, and his legs feel sore and numb, making it difficult for him to walk. He also has urinary and fecal incontinence. He has seen a neurol...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
As people age, it is common for the spine to undergo degenerative changes. Some individuals may develop spinal stenosis or spondylolisthesis, which can lead to mobility issues (intermittent claudication) or bowel and bladder incontinence. It is advisable to consult a neurosurgeon...[Read More] Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy and Sciatica in Elderly Patients
Challenges After ACL Reconstruction: Knee Stiffness and Pain Management
Knee issues after posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? Hello Doctor: I underwent a second anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery last October because the autograft used in the first surgery had loosened. This time, an artificial ligament was used, but I ha...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Joint adhesions are inevitable after multiple surgeries. Under anesthesia, performing knee surgery can improve some conditions, but it is impossible to return to the pre-injury state. Achieving a range of motion of 120 or 135 degrees is already considered good. To determine wheth...[Read More] Challenges After ACL Reconstruction: Knee Stiffness and Pain Management
Understanding Post-Surgery Bone Pain: Causes and Solutions
Bone pain Since the surgery on January 5th, I have been experiencing pain in my left leg since this afternoon when I started to move around. What could be the cause of this pain?
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if you have undergone surgery for a fracture and it has completely healed, experiencing slight pain during initial weight-bearing is considered normal. This is mostly due to the surrounding muscles and soft tissues of the fracture. You can apply heat therapy and engage in ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Bone Pain: Causes and Solutions
Rehabilitation After Humerus Fracture Surgery: When to Start?
Postoperative care for humeral fracture? Hello Doctor: I suffered a humeral fracture on April 4th and underwent surgery on April 10th. I would like to ask if, based on my current condition, it is advisable to start rehabilitation. This is the X-ray taken on April 24th: https://pp...
Dr. Xie Hongjia Reply:
Mr. Shih: Hello, regarding the issue you raised, we recommend that you first consult with the original physician. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Humerus Fracture Surgery: When to Start?
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Recovery After Humerus Fracture Repair
Postoperative care for humeral fracture? Hello Doctor: I have a right humeral fracture and just had surgery on April 10th of this month. Since the surgery, the mobility of my arm is still very limited. I asked my orthopedic surgeon about it, but his response was somewhat vague. I...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. You must personally consult your attending physician about your post-operative condition. 2. With rehabilitation, there is hope for recovery. 3. Typically, you can schedule an appointment with the rehabilitation department to adjust your progress based on your post-fracture su...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Recovery After Humerus Fracture Repair
Postpartum Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Unresolved Discomfort
Postpartum back pain Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about an issue I've been experiencing. Two weeks after completing my postpartum confinement, which is six weeks after giving birth, I started having back pain. The pain is located in the middle of my back, neither h...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can consult a rehabilitation specialist for postpartum back and abdominal muscle weakness, which often leads to lower back pain. They can provide rehabilitation treatments and help strengthen your back and abdominal muscles.[Read More] Postpartum Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Unresolved Discomfort
Effective Recovery Strategies for Achilles Tendonitis: Beyond Medication
Achilles tendonitis Hello Doctor, last week I visited a nearby orthopedic clinic due to pain in my heel. The doctor diagnosed it as Achilles tendinitis. However, the doctor only prescribed muscle relaxants and anti-inflammatory medication, and advised me to soak my foot in warm w...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, for tendonitis of the foot, in addition to medication treatment, it is important to pay attention to heat therapy and wear shoes that are soft and provide adequate arch support. Additionally, perform foot stretching exercises regularly, and you may consider consulting a re...[Read More] Effective Recovery Strategies for Achilles Tendonitis: Beyond Medication
Understanding Elbow Issues: Long-Term Effects of Incomplete Treatment
Elbow issues My mother suffered a fracture of the elbow joint. After evaluation by the physician, it was determined that either pin fixation or casting would be appropriate. After discussing with my mother and sister, we decided to proceed with casting due to her advanced age (84...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
There have been no reports of pain or discomfort for the past four years. Based on the assessment, it is likely that the recent symptoms are due to a bruise, impact, or fall, and should not be related to any old fractures. Currently, if there are no fractures, conservative treatm...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Issues: Long-Term Effects of Incomplete Treatment
Post-Surgery Recovery: When Can I Stop Using Crutches After ACL Injury?
Post-operative issues following a left knee contusion with a left posterior cruciate ligament tear and fracture? I was injured in a car accident on March 31st, and after an MRI examination, it was confirmed that I have a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a fracture in my left f...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, tunnels are drilled into the bone and secured with screws. It is advisable to wait at least two months before attempting full weight-bearing to ensure safety; avoid premature excessive loading that could lead to fixation loose...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: When Can I Stop Using Crutches After ACL Injury?
Managing Hip Surgery Recovery: Overcoming Pain and Mobility Challenges
Hip joint surgery Hello Doctor: My mother-in-law fell a year ago and had her left hip joint replaced. After the surgery, she was afraid of pain and, due to her weight (92 kg), she has been reluctant to move around. She spends all day sitting in a chair and is unwilling to partici...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You might consider undergoing rehabilitation at a general physical therapy clinic. Inflammation can be alleviated with medication or injections. After hip joint surgery, you can actually start walking quite quickly. Initially, you will need to rely on a walker, but you should be ...[Read More] Managing Hip Surgery Recovery: Overcoming Pain and Mobility Challenges
Understanding Swollen and Painful Finger Joints: Causes and Treatments
Swollen and painful finger joints that cannot bend? Hello Doctor: Three days ago, I felt stiffness (a clicking sensation) in the joints of my left index finger (the distal and middle joints), which was different from the normal movement of my other finger joints. I used to occasi...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. If rheumatoid arthritis is suspected, it is appropriate to check for rheumatoid factor (RF) in the blood. 2. This approach is correct. 3. If necessary, X-rays can be taken. 4. If there is redness, swelling, heat, and pain, ice packs can be applied, but heat should not be...[Read More] Understanding Swollen and Painful Finger Joints: Causes and Treatments
Post-ACL Reconstruction: Knee Pain While Climbing Stairs at 15 Weeks
About 15 weeks post-anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, experiencing knee pain when going up and down stairs? The left anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) was reconstructed using autograft on December 20, 2019. Currently, the flexion angle has exceeded 120 degrees, but I am st...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there are any issues, a thorough evaluation by the original surgeon is necessary to determine the cause. Typically, the recovery period for such surgeries is about six months to a year, and it is essential to be patient and continue with rehabilitation therapy.[Read More] Post-ACL Reconstruction: Knee Pain While Climbing Stairs at 15 Weeks
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
Post-Spinal Compression: Safe Exercises and Precautions for Recovery
Due to spinal nerve compression, I want to ask if there are precautions to take after performing lumbar traction exercises? Doctor, I have a couple of questions: 1. Since I need to stretch my lower back every day, should the treatment process primarily focus on walking exercise...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, during the rehabilitation treatment for spinal nerve compression, in addition to being cautious when bending down to lift heavy objects, walking, twisting the waist, and practicing Qigong should be fine as long as proper warm-up is done. Changhua Hospital cares about your ...[Read More] Post-Spinal Compression: Safe Exercises and Precautions for Recovery
Recovering from Grade 2 Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocation: Rehab Tips
Acromioclavicular joint dislocation Hello Doctor: I have a grade 2 acromioclavicular joint dislocation and have not undergone surgery. I have been using a sling for 5 days now, and the pain has decreased significantly. I am wondering if I can start rehabilitation exercises now. T...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Rehabilitation should not start too early; it is necessary to wait for the recovery of the ligaments around the acromioclavicular joint, which takes about 1 to 1.5 months. Thank you.[Read More] Recovering from Grade 2 Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocation: Rehab Tips
Is Vertebroplasty Necessary for My Father's Spinal Compression Fracture?
What is the necessity of bone cement surgery? Hello Doctor: Two weeks ago, my father (90 years old) fell, and during the consultation, the physician indicated that one of his vertebrae was compressed. He was advised to undergo vertebroplasty to support and improve the condition, ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if the symptoms have improved, you may continue with outpatient follow-up to monitor the status of the fracture and check for any ongoing deformity. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Is Vertebroplasty Necessary for My Father's Spinal Compression Fracture?