Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the hips and thighs while lying down? Hello, I experience more soreness in my hips and thighs than usual when sitting, and recently it has sometimes occurred even while lying down, to the point where it makes it difficult to sleep. However, it feels much better when I sta...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of sciatica differ significantly from what you described. Don't worry, sitting for long periods is actually not good, so please avoid it. Additionally, applying heat and massaging the painful areas are effective treatments. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the hips and thighs while lying down? Hello, I experience more soreness in my hips and thighs than usual when sitting, and recently it has sometimes occurred even while lying down, to the point where it makes it somewhat difficult to sleep. However, it feels much better w...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of sciatica differ significantly from what you described. Don't worry, sitting for long periods is actually not good, so please avoid it. Additionally, applying heat and massaging the painful area are effective treatments. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the hips and thighs while lying down? Hello, I experience more discomfort in my hips and thighs when sitting compared to others, and recently, sometimes even lying down causes pain to the point where it affects my ability to sleep. However, it feels much better when I sta...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, the manifestations of sciatica differ significantly from what you described. Don't worry, sitting for long periods is actually not good; please avoid it. Additionally, applying heat and massaging the painful area are effective treatments. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Hip and Thigh Pain While Lying Down: Causes and Solutions
Relieving Sciatica Pain: Effective Strategies for Immediate Relief
Restlessness Hello, doctor. I have sciatica. I started feeling some pain in early September, so I began doing back stretching exercises for rehabilitation. However, recently the pain has intensified, affecting my buttocks and the back of my thighs. I have been taking the pain med...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if pain medications and rehabilitation do not alleviate the symptoms, further examination is necessary. It is often due to a herniated disc or severe compression, which may require surgical decompression. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Relieving Sciatica Pain: Effective Strategies for Immediate Relief
Managing Sciatica Pain: When to Continue Physical Therapy or Seek Further Care
Sciatica Hello, doctor. At the end of June this year, I saw a doctor and had an X-ray, which diagnosed me with sciatica. After 7 weeks of physical traction therapy, I was pain-free by mid-August, so I stopped going to physical therapy. However, I’m not sure if it’s because I lift...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, the symptoms you experienced during your last episode are likely due to a herniated disc. It is advisable to visit the orthopedic or neurosurgery department at the hospital. Wishing you a smooth recovery.[Read More] Managing Sciatica Pain: When to Continue Physical Therapy or Seek Further Care
Understanding Full-Body Tension and Pain: A Guide to Relief
Generalized muscle tension and soreness? Hello: In recent years, I have frequently experienced shoulder and neck pain, as well as pain in my buttocks (unsure if it's sciatica or piriformis syndrome), ankle pain, and knee pain. I have been trying to exercise, but after just a...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, most of these issues are due to 1. cumulative damage from long-term poor posture, and 2. physical dysfunction caused by prolonged labor and lack of exercise. Therefore, it is advisable to consult a physician who can help you gradually adjust your condition, ideally with a ...[Read More] Understanding Full-Body Tension and Pain: A Guide to Relief
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Problems with the lower back and spine? Lower back pain, pain in the lumbar region, pain in the back, and generalized body pain, along with severe pain in the lower back when coughing or sneezing, can be caused by several factors. Possible reasons include muscle strain, herniated...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is usually due to overuse of the lower back or strains and sprains. Additionally, improper sitting posture, prolonged standing, and heavy lifting can contribute to the issue. It's also important to check for symptoms of a cold, as a cold can also cause generalized body ac...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Understanding Sciatica: Burning Pain from Knee to Buttocks in Teens
Sharp pain from the back of the knee to the buttock? Hello, I have a 17-year-old female patient who has been experiencing a burning and stabbing pain extending from the back of her left knee to her buttock for the past month. She has never had similar symptoms before. The pain is...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, sciatica and inflammation of the gluteal muscles can both cause symptoms of sciatica. If there is any injury to the spine or the gluteal region, it may lead to such symptoms. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Burning Pain from Knee to Buttocks in Teens
Understanding Sacralization of the Lumbar Spine: Causes and Solutions for Chronic Pain
Lumbarization of the sacrum? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing lower back pain for 11 years. It started as a dull ache and has progressed to severe pain. Lying flat, bending over, and standing for long periods are very painful (the pain radiates to my buttocks). Sometimes th...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, it seems you may have a lumbar spine issue combined with sciatica. I recommend consulting with an orthopedic specialist, a neurosurgeon, or a spine surgeon. Wishing you the best.[Read More] Understanding Sacralization of the Lumbar Spine: Causes and Solutions for Chronic Pain
Understanding Disc Herniation and Its Impact on Finger Sensation
Herniated disc finger issues Hello Doctor, since around mid to late October, I've been experiencing a peculiar sensation on the outer side of my left little toe, as if it's soft when it touches the floor. I consulted a doctor and had an X-ray taken, which revealed that ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in your hands and feet are likely not caused by the same issue. First, we need to assess the degree of scoliosis. Given your age, if the curvature is not significant, it is unlikely to affect the nerves, and treatment with medication and rehabilitation should ...[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation and Its Impact on Finger Sensation
Understanding L5 Spondylolysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Lumbosacral spondylolysis of the fifth lumbar vertebra? Lumbosacral dissociation of the fifth lumbar vertebra, with no slippage of the sacrum. The diagnosis states (1. lumbar contusion, 2. dissociation of the fifth lumbar vertebra, requiring assistance for daily activities for 2 ...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello: 1. Spondylolysis is a congenital developmental issue, occurring in about 1 in 10 to 20 males, making it a common problem rather than a serious disease. 2. Regardless of whether there is slippage, core muscle training should be emphasized (initially consult a rehabilitation...[Read More] Understanding L5 Spondylolysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Activity Restrictions
Sciatica Last week, I rode my bike on the Old Caoling Circular Bike Path. The day after riding, I started to feel tight pain in my left leg when I extended it, and my left lower back also started to hurt. Could this be a herniated disc? Is it true that people with sciatica should...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Bo. To answer your question: Is this a herniated disc? >> No. It's unlikely to have a herniated disc at the age of 16; a hamstring strain (biceps femoris) caused by cycling is more probable. Is it true that sciatica should avoid thrill rides like roller coa...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Causes, and Activity Restrictions
Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Options
Sciatica? Hello doctor, I have recently been experiencing severe pain in the nerves around my thigh to knee area when I wake up. I need to hold onto something to walk, but by the afternoon, it improves significantly. Some days, I don't feel any pain at all. Could you please ...
Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Jun: A 15-year-old typically does not experience sciatica (assuming your information is accurate). It is usually caused by poor sleeping posture or prolonged pressure. You might want to try changing your sleeping position. If there is no improvement, you should go to ...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Options
Understanding Sciatica: Managing Pain from Herniated Discs
Herniated disc compressing the sciatic nerve? Hello Dr. Wang, about 14 days ago, I experienced a fall in the bathroom, landing on my buttocks, which resulted in soreness and numbness from my right calf to my buttocks. I consulted an orthopedic doctor and underwent X-rays and an M...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if the intervertebral disc is only herniated and not ruptured, about 70% of patients will experience symptom improvement with rest, medication, and rehabilitation. However, if the intervertebral disc is ruptured and compressing the nerve root, there is a higher likelihood ...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Managing Pain from Herniated Discs
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
Understanding Hip Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
(Hip joint issues suspected due to stretching) Hello, doctor. Around July 2019, I first experienced pain in the area where my left thigh connects to my buttock while walking, which sometimes radiated to the front of my thigh, but I didn't have much lower back pain. When the ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, sciatica at your age is often associated with trauma or sports injuries. If there is no numbness or pain in the lower limbs, it is less likely to be a sciatica issue. If there is a noticeable pain point at the upper buttocks near the femoral joint, then piriformis syndrome...[Read More] Understanding Hip Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is My Pain Sciatica? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Relief
I would like to ask the doctor if my symptoms are indicative of sciatica? On the evening of January 20th, after singing, I suddenly felt pain in my lower back while walking home, thinking I had strained my back. When I got up on January 21st, the pain in my lower back was so seve...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit an orthopedic outpatient clinic. After a diagnosis by the physician, please have the attending physician provide an explanation.[Read More] Is My Pain Sciatica? Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Relief
Understanding Inner Thigh Pain: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Occasionally experiencing unexplained pain in the inner thigh? Sometimes after lifting my leg and then putting it down, I experience some pain on the inner side of my left thigh near the groin, but other times I do not.
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
Inner thigh pain: 1. Consider a strain of the inner thigh muscles. 2. Consider sciatica. 3. Consider avascular necrosis of the femoral head. 4. Other causes. If the cause of inner thigh pain is unclear, it is best to seek medical evaluation and avoid activities that exacerbate th...[Read More] Understanding Inner Thigh Pain: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Post-Hip Surgery Knee Issues: Understanding Pain and Tightness
Knee issues after hip joint surgery? Hello, Doctor. My brother asked about hip joint issues for me on February 14. Thank you for addressing the concerns! 1. The pain in my popliteal area and calf has decreased a bit, but there is still a feeling of tightness. When I extend my l...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. It is normal to experience soreness and tightness in the popliteal area and calf after hip joint fracture surgery; this will take some time to recover. It is important to continue rehabilitation and apply heat therapy. 2. If the sciatic nerve is injured, it typically results...[Read More] Post-Hip Surgery Knee Issues: Understanding Pain and Tightness
Managing Osteoporosis and Sciatica: Effective Treatment Options for Pain Relief
What is the treatment for osteoporosis accompanied by sciatica? Hello Dr. Yeh, My father is suffering from osteoporosis along with symptoms of sciatica. Recently, he received a government-subsidized injection of bisphosphonates, and the doctor advised against rehabilitation, pr...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
In older adults with sciatica, it is particularly important to monitor whether they wake up at night due to pain. If they do wake up in pain, it is crucial to be cautious about the possibility of tumor metastasis. Sciatica generally improves on its own within six months; however,...[Read More] Managing Osteoporosis and Sciatica: Effective Treatment Options for Pain Relief