Understanding Calf Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Calf pain Hello, at the end of April, I suddenly experienced severe pain in my right leg to the point where I could barely walk (I had felt a bit uncomfortable before, but it probably worsened due to not resting properly). I consulted an orthopedic doctor who diagnosed it as infl...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, the likelihood of calf muscle fasciitis is the highest, followed by a muscle strain. However, we cannot completely rule out issues with the bone itself. Therefore, it is still recommended that you visit an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray examination....[Read More] Understanding Calf Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Thigh Bone Fractures: Recovery Tips and Mobility Guidance
Femoral fracture, closed fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about my condition. I had a car accident on January 12 and suffered a fracture. It has been almost four months since then. During my last follow-up appointment, the doctor mentioned that bone growth has star...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, Xuan Xuan: Your main issue is a femoral fracture, and it is mentioned that there is a small piece missing. If this small piece is not significant, along with the physician stating that you can gradually start using crutches, it indicates that you are currently on a normal ...[Read More] Understanding Thigh Bone Fractures: Recovery Tips and Mobility Guidance
Understanding Wrist Pain from Push-Ups: Causes and Treatment Options
Experiencing wrist pain during push-ups? Hello, doctor. Six months ago, I started experiencing pain at the junction of my right palm and wrist when doing push-ups. It feels fine most of the time, but it hurts when I press on it. I believe it might be an injury from work. I have s...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is possible that you have a ligament injury or an issue with the wrist joint itself, such as a triangular fibrocartilage tear. Therefore, I recommend that you visit an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray examination. If it is just a ligament injury, p...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Pain from Push-Ups: Causes and Treatment Options
Post-Hip Replacement Weakness: Understanding Causes and Disability Assessment
After hip joint replacement, there may be weakness in the leg, causing difficulty in standing and a feeling of instability? The mother is nearly 80 years old and has severe osteoporosis. Last February, she suffered a fracture of the left femur and underwent surgery in the hospita...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Regarding your mother's condition, a detailed examination and an in-person assessment of the patient's overall situation are necessary before providing more accurate recommendations and evaluations of her condition. As for the assessment of disabilities,...[Read More] Post-Hip Replacement Weakness: Understanding Causes and Disability Assessment
Understanding Knee Steroid Injections and Adhesion Surgery Outcomes
Knee steroid injection and adhesion surgery? Hello, doctor. I am currently over three months post-ligament reconstruction. My knee flexion angle is not as expected, and I experience pain while walking, along with crepitus during flexion. During my follow-up appointment this week,...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is possible that you may still experience pain for three days after the steroid injection, but the pain should improve within about a week. Currently, there is limited range of motion in your knee joint, and it is recommended that you consider ma...[Read More] Understanding Knee Steroid Injections and Adhesion Surgery Outcomes
Understanding Shin Pain: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Pain in the tibia? If you experience significant pain in your tibia during exercise, which sometimes improves with rest but at other times worsens, it may indicate a condition such as shin splints or a stress fracture. You mentioned that you had an X-ray and the doctor diagnosed ...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, you are experiencing significant pain in your tibia during exercise. You have had an X-ray, and the doctor mentioned that there is damage to the periosteum. However, I recommend that you return to the orthopedic clinic for further evaluation and to ...[Read More] Understanding Shin Pain: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Recovery from Right Femur Fracture: Rehabilitation Insights
Right femoral fracture? On February 12, a car accident resulted in a closed fracture of the right femur. On the morning of February 13, internal fixation surgery was performed. The patient is a 20-year-old male. Approximately two months post-surgery, he began rehabilitation. Init...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, a femoral fracture is a more severe injury. The location of the fracture, the degree of comminution, and the type of internal fixation used can vary, so it cannot be generalized. It is advisable to consult the original surgeon for further guidance. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Right Femur Fracture: Rehabilitation Insights
Persistent Knee Pain After Injury: Seeking Answers and Solutions
Severe pain persists in the knee two and a half months after the injury? Hello Doctor: Thank you for your tireless efforts in answering the questions of netizens. I truly appreciate it. In mid-February, while running, I tripped over an unknown object and fell, landing on both kne...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, both meniscus and cruciate ligament injuries cannot be diagnosed with X-rays; an MRI is necessary. Regarding the interpretation of MRI results, there can be some margin of error. PRP injections cannot alleviate pain from a right knee fracture; if there is no displacement, ...[Read More] Persistent Knee Pain After Injury: Seeking Answers and Solutions
Understanding Knee Stiffness After Leg Fracture Surgery: A Month Later
One month after the car accident? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on the 14th of last month, resulting in fractures in my right thigh and calf. I underwent surgery to place plates and screws in my right leg. So far, I haven't experienced any discomfort in my right leg,...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your condition, you have sustained fractures of the right femur and right tibia, and it has been six weeks since the internal fixation with bone nails was performed. Currently, limited range of motion in the right knee and discomfort in the right hip are normal ph...[Read More] Understanding Knee Stiffness After Leg Fracture Surgery: A Month Later
Understanding Piriformis Syndrome: Is Stretching Safe During Recovery?
Piriformis syndrome Hello, the doctor currently believes it is a piriformis issue, but I do not experience pain when lifting my leg. Therefore, I have been scheduled for heat therapy, electrical stimulation, and lumbar stretching exercises at home. I would like to ask the doctor ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Reducing activity levels, along with medication treatment and some rehabilitation therapy, will mostly lead to improvement.[Read More] Understanding Piriformis Syndrome: Is Stretching Safe During Recovery?
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Recovery Time and Rehabilitation Tips
The shoulder treatment has been ongoing for a month, but it keeps recurring? Hello, Doctor. A month ago, I lifted a heavy object above my head with my right arm fully extended from behind. At the highest point, I felt a slight pause in my shoulder as I immediately lowered the wei...
Dr. Xie Hongjia Reply:
Hello, sir: Regarding ligament recovery, it generally takes at least 6 weeks, and there are no specific methods to accelerate the process. Essentially, engaging in some light activities to avoid adhesions is recommended. It is advised to visit the outpatient clinic for further ex...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Recovery Time and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Sciatica, Piriformis Syndrome, and Calf Embolism Symptoms
Sciatica? Piriformis syndrome? Calf embolism? Hello, at the end of March, I suddenly felt a lot of soreness in my lower back, and then I experienced a sharp, stabbing pain in my right thigh near the buttock when walking. After applying a topical analgesic, it felt a bit better, b...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, the likelihood of myofascial pain syndrome is higher. However, since you have undergone rehabilitation for two weeks without significant improvement, it is recommended that you undergo a lumbar MRI to differentiate between sciatica and piriformis sy...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica, Piriformis Syndrome, and Calf Embolism Symptoms
Understanding Recovery from Distal Radius Fracture: Key Questions Answered
Inquiry about distal radius fracture of the left wrist? Hello Doctor: I previously sustained injuries from a car accident resulting in a comminuted distal radius fracture with displacement and an ulnar styloid fracture. I underwent surgery for fracture reduction (using a titanium...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is necessary to continue with rehabilitation exercises. 2. Pain is normal, and the intensity can be increased, but it should not be excessive. 3. Taking calcium supplements does not seem to be very helpful. 4. It will take at least a year.[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Distal Radius Fracture: Key Questions Answered
Post-Total Hip Replacement: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Care
Total Hip Replacement I underwent surgery on May 7, 2016, for a "right pelvic fracture with associated right hip dislocation," which led to post-traumatic arthritis nearly two years later, resulting in a total hip arthroplasty on March 27, 2018. I have some questions as...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. No. 2. Rehabilitation is necessary and is usually well understood. 3. Strength training for the muscles helps to stabilize the joints. 4. Driving should be avoided for six weeks post-surgery; the seat should be elevated to prevent dislocation. 5. Dental treatments may cause tr...[Read More] Post-Total Hip Replacement: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Care
Understanding Baseball-Related Shoulder Injuries: When to Seek Help
Sports Injuries (Baseball) Hello Doctor: I have been playing amateur baseball, and about a month or two ago, while throwing a baseball, I felt a strong pain in the back of my arm, approximately around the area of the deltoid and teres minor muscles (the area that gets pulled when...
Dr. Shen Boquan Reply:
Hello, the shoulder is a highly mobile joint in the body, and many people experience prolonged pain due to sports injuries or other unknown reasons. You may want to consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation physician to help address your issue. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Baseball-Related Shoulder Injuries: When to Seek Help
Can Manual Manipulation Surgery Be Done After Leg Fracture with Metal Implants?
Manual therapy for lower extremities surgery Hello, I was in a car accident at the end of December last year, which resulted in an open fracture of the tibia and fibula, along with comminuted cartilage damage in my knee. I had a steel plate and screws inserted. Initially, my knee...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, it has been 3-4 months since your surgery, and you should be able to undergo manipulation surgery with anesthesia. You can discuss this with your surgeon and ask them to arrange it. However, I want to remind you that if you do not actively participate in rehabilitation aft...[Read More] Can Manual Manipulation Surgery Be Done After Leg Fracture with Metal Implants?
Two Years of Persistent Foot Swelling After Car Accident: Seeking Solutions
Injured in a car accident, experiencing swelling in the ankle for two years? Hello, doctor. I would like to consult about an elderly person whose foot was run over by a wheel. There were no external injuries, and upon immediate medical attention, the hospital performed an X-ray w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Foot fractures are often accompanied by swelling, so it is best to engage in foot rehabilitation. Frequently elevating the foot can help improve blood flow. If there is no improvement, it may be worth considering whether there are underlying conditions, such as kidney, heart, or ...[Read More] Two Years of Persistent Foot Swelling After Car Accident: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Fracture of the fifth metatarsal with comminution? Hello Doctor: On March 17, 2018, I had a misstep and underwent an X-ray examination at the outpatient clinic, which confirmed a comminuted fracture of the fifth metatarsal in my right foot. On March 21, I had surgery at the hospi...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: It is fine to remove the protective gear while sleeping since there is no weight-bearing involved. If there is only one pin securing the radiated area, the risk is minimal as long as you avoid weight-bearing activities. The stitches should be removed after two weeks, and a...[Read More] Understanding Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding TFCC Injuries and Ulnar Dislocation: When to Consider Surgery
The issue of the ulna being misaligned and the injury to the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) raises the question of whether surgical intervention is necessary? Hello Doctor, about four and a half months ago, I fell while playing basketball and landed on my hand. Initiall...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: There is a discrepancy in the position of the distal radioulnar joint. A bilateral wrist X-ray should provide more information. If a TFCC injury is suspected, forceful rotation of the wrist can cause pain in the distal radioulnar joint, which cannot be seen on X-ray; an MR...[Read More] Understanding TFCC Injuries and Ulnar Dislocation: When to Consider Surgery
Post-Operative Knee Manipulation: Understanding Pain and Range of Motion Recovery
Manipulation after knee surgery Hello, Dr. Lee! I just underwent a manipulation surgery under anesthesia yesterday. My original range of motion was about 95 degrees, and the attending physician mentioned that they were able to push it to 120 degrees. However, due to postoperative...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, after undergoing manipulation surgery, if rehabilitation is not actively pursued, there is a possibility that the joint may only be temporarily opened, and without movement, it may adhere again. As a result, the improvement in range of motion may be minimal. Therefore, it ...[Read More] Post-Operative Knee Manipulation: Understanding Pain and Range of Motion Recovery