Effective Non-Surgical Treatments for Scoliosis in Adults
Scoliosis correction Dear Dr. Shi: I am 26 years old and have an S-shaped scoliosis. However, when I went to the hospital for an examination, the doctor said it wasn't severe enough to require surgery. There are some traditional Chinese medicine clinics that offer spinal man...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: Due to the unclear nature of your description, we are unable to assess your actual physical condition. We hope you will visit our orthopedic outpatient clinic for further examination and diagnosis to determine the next steps in your treatment. Thank you![Read More] Effective Non-Surgical Treatments for Scoliosis in Adults
Understanding Frog Legs: Orthopedic Challenges and Solutions for Women
Frog legs Hello Dr. Su, I am a woman suffering from frog leg syndrome. I had a cesarean section, and I am experiencing the following issues in my left thigh and hip: 1. I need to hold onto the handrail to climb stairs, I have difficulty squatting and getting up, and I cannot rise...
Dr. Su Yiren Reply:
Hello: Based on your symptoms, it may not be caused by frog legs, but rather by sciatica. Please promptly visit a major hospital's orthopedic department for X-rays or a CT scan to confirm whether there are bone spurs or other conditions (such as tumors, congenital abnormalit...[Read More] Understanding Frog Legs: Orthopedic Challenges and Solutions for Women
How to Detect and Prevent Spinal Curvature Issues: Key Tips
Please go ahead and ask your questions? What methods can be used to detect if I have symptoms of spinal curvature, and how can I maintain the health of my spine? What should I pay attention to? Thank you for the information!
Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
1. Self-assessment methods for scoliosis: 1. Face a mirror and check if the heights of both shoulders and pelvis are the same. 2. Stand with a 90-degree bend at the waist, arms hanging down, and have someone observe your back to see if it is flat and if there is any asy...[Read More] How to Detect and Prevent Spinal Curvature Issues: Key Tips
Understanding Rib Defects in Newborns: A Guide for Concerned Parents
Congenital rib defects in newborns? Hello Doctor: Recently, my baby was born prematurely at 35 weeks and 4 days. The doctor mentioned that there are two missing ribs in the upper left chest and that there is some damage to the spine. The doctor advised us to wait until the baby g...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Dear concerned father, In response to your question... Based on your description, it is possible that your baby has a congenital spinal deformity. Generally, ribs are symmetrically developed from both sides of the thoracic vertebrae, with a total of twelve pairs (from the first ...[Read More] Understanding Rib Defects in Newborns: A Guide for Concerned Parents
Understanding Scoliosis: Treatment Needs and Long-Term Effects
Spinal curvature assessment Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if scoliosis requires treatment. If left untreated, what are the potential complications? Will the treatment take a long time? My condition is not very severe... I'm just wondering if correcting the curvature wou...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Scoliosis should be considered for surgical treatment if the curvature exceeds 40 degrees. If the curvature is between 20 and 40 degrees, bracing may be considered, particularly in patients who have not yet completed their growth. In adults, surgery is only considered if the curv...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Treatment Needs and Long-Term Effects
Are Back Support Belts Harmful? Exploring Their Impact on Spine Health
Does wearing a lumbar support belt have any side effects? I have mild bone spurs and scoliosis in my spine. Western medicine believes there is no major issue, but the pain has been bothering me for years. Recently, I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for spina...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Wearing a lumbar support belt does not cause spinal adhesions. Scoliosis rarely causes pain, while bone spurs can compress nerves and lead to neuropathic pain. Generally, young individuals are less likely to experience nerve compression from bone spurs; rather, herniated discs (i...[Read More] Are Back Support Belts Harmful? Exploring Their Impact on Spine Health
Understanding Spinal Issues: Do You Really Need to Adjust Scoliosis?
Regarding the spine..? Doctor: I previously had severe pain in my spine, to the point where even standing still was painful. It might have been caused by lifting heavy objects at work. I went to see a doctor, who told me that my lower spine was curved and protruding. He said that...
Dr. Su Yiren Reply:
Hello, Xiaorong: From your tone, you seem to be a young girl rather than an elderly woman! Your discussion focuses on scoliosis. Scoliosis, excluding severe underlying conditions (such as congenital spinal deformities or poliomyelitis), can be categorized into two types that comm...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Issues: Do You Really Need to Adjust Scoliosis?
Understanding Spinal Atrophy: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) Hello, Director. I would like to ask you... I have been experiencing back pain for over a month and thought it was due to scoliosis. It wasn't until recently that I went to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital for an X-ray, and the doctor said it was &q...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
I have not heard of the term "spinal atrophy." A decrease or narrowing of the spinal disc spaces is considered a degenerative phenomenon. However, at the age of 26, the likelihood of experiencing disc narrowing in the spine is very low; this condition typically occurs i...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Atrophy: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Vertebroplasty: Risks, Benefits, and Alternatives for Osteoporosis
Vertebroplasty with bone cement My father is 62 years old and often experiences numbness in his shoulders and arms, along with back pain when getting in and out of bed. He went to see a doctor. The traditional Chinese medicine doctor diagnosed him with severe scoliosis, which is ...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Andrea, you have truly put in a lot of effort, and you have thoroughly researched the pros and cons of bone cement treatment. However, the real issue is not whether bone cement treatment is good or bad, but rather: should bone cement be used for treatment? According to your ...[Read More] Understanding Vertebroplasty: Risks, Benefits, and Alternatives for Osteoporosis
Will Treatment for Congenital Hip Dislocation Cause Limb Length Discrepancy?
Will children with congenital hip dislocation still have leg length discrepancy after treatment? Dr. Li: Hello! During my child's health check at birth, a left hip dislocation was detected due to being in a breech position, which necessitated a cesarean section. He is curren...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your description, addressing each of your concerns individually may not fully satisfy you. I have two suggestions. First, since your child has already received treatment, if you have any doubts, please return to the original treating ...[Read More] Will Treatment for Congenital Hip Dislocation Cause Limb Length Discrepancy?
Understanding Hand Numbness: Is It Related to Your Spine Issues?
Numbness in the hands? Hello: A recent X-ray showed mild scoliosis and small bone spurs in my spine, but the doctor said this is not a concern. However, I experience pain when bending straight down and every morning upon waking up. The pain in my lower back varies from severe to ...
Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
Dear Sister Wang: A small-angle scoliosis does not significantly affect function; however, due to muscle imbalance on both sides of the spine and factors such as poor posture, it can often lead to lower back pain. It may even cause neurological symptoms due to nerve compression o...[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness: Is It Related to Your Spine Issues?
Understanding Back Pain: Bone Spurs, Scoliosis, and Pregnancy Concerns
Lower back pain, bone spurs, scoliosis? Hello, I am 30 years old. I have experienced pain when bending over for over ten years. Recently, I have been feeling soreness in my right hip, knee, and ankle joints, and I am concerned that my back issues may be worsening. I recently had ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, occur due to the formation of excess bone at the edges of bones as a result of aging. If these bone spurs do not compress nerves or irritate surrounding tissues, they typically do not cause any symptoms. Therefore, some elderly individuals m...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: Bone Spurs, Scoliosis, and Pregnancy Concerns
Impact of Scoliosis Surgery on Women's Future Health and Pregnancy
The impact of scoliosis surgery on a girl's future life? Before the surgery, the cervical spine was at 35 degrees, the thoracic spine at 48 degrees, and the lumbar spine at 26 degrees. After the surgery, the cervical spine measured 30 degrees, the thoracic spine 35 degrees, ...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Xiao Dai, many of the questions you asked still remain unanswered. Surgery is typically recommended for scoliosis when the curvature exceeds 40 degrees because, statistically, a curvature greater than 40 degrees is associated with significant back pain and premature aging. A...[Read More] Impact of Scoliosis Surgery on Women's Future Health and Pregnancy
Understanding Bone Tumors: Diagnosis and Treatment Options Explained
Orthopedic tumors I apologize for the inconvenience, but I have a question to ask the physician. My mother recently went to the hospital for an examination and discovered an abnormal mass on the inner side of her right thigh. An ultrasound revealed a mass approximately ten centim...
Dr. Luo Zhaozhong Reply:
Hello: Currently, medical technology cannot definitively determine whether a tumor is benign or malignant. Based on imaging studies and clinical symptoms, physicians can only provide probabilities of benignity or malignancy. A definitive diagnosis requires a pathological biopsy. ...[Read More] Understanding Bone Tumors: Diagnosis and Treatment Options Explained
Pregnancy Concerns for Women Post-Spinal Surgery: Expert Insights
Pregnancy concerns for women who have undergone spinal surgery? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
Dear Netizen, Regarding your friend's spinal surgery, please find the answers below: 1. Blood draws during surgery do not affect the surgical outcome; there are various methods available to obtain blood for use. 2. Postoperatively, avoiding heavy activities is important; s...[Read More] Pregnancy Concerns for Women Post-Spinal Surgery: Expert Insights
Understanding Moderate Scoliosis: Causes, Treatment, and Management Options
Scoliosis I recently had a chest X-ray, and the report indicated moderate scoliosis. I often sit in improper positions; could this be the cause of my scoliosis, or are there other possible reasons? Also, what does moderate scoliosis mean? How is the degree of scoliosis classified...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Ann, Our orthopedic department defines moderate scoliosis without a specific degree measurement, as the majority of scoliosis cases have unknown causes. The general treatment methods include monitoring, bracing, and surgery. If the patient is in their adolescent growth spur...[Read More] Understanding Moderate Scoliosis: Causes, Treatment, and Management Options
Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Lower back pain? Hello, I often experience lower back pain and discomfort, and I can't tolerate standing or sitting for more than about five minutes before feeling sore. When I stand, I have difficulty maintaining proper posture and tend to sway. After exercising, I feel sig...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, there may be two areas that require detailed examination. The first is an issue with the lumbar spine; abnormal lumbar scoliosis can often lead to poor posture, and patients who are still growing need to be particularly vigilant about the pote...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Understanding Scoliosis: Degrees, Military Service, and Re-evaluation Options
Regarding the issue of scoliosis? I recently graduated from university and received a health examination notification. I have a 12-degree right thoracic curvature and a 12-degree left lumbar curvature. The doctor who initially examined me mentioned that I had not yet reached the ...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsiao-Heng, Thank you for your inquiry. The angle of scoliosis is measured using the Cobb angle method, which assesses the maximum angle of inclination of the vertebrae involved in the curvature. If you are interested, you can search online using keywords like "Co...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Degrees, Military Service, and Re-evaluation Options
Understanding Scoliosis: Long-Term Effects and Pregnancy Considerations
Regarding scoliosis (spiral form) Dear Doctor: I have a friend who has congenital scoliosis. I only know that it is spiral in shape, and he mentioned that his sternum has not been deformed due to the scoliosis. He underwent surgery around the age of 12-13. He did not specify whic...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After spinal scoliosis surgery, it is important to assess the degree of deformity correction. If the angle is already small, there is likely to be minimal future impact. However, if the angle remains significant, there may be a risk of lower back pain or further deterioration. A ...[Read More] Understanding Scoliosis: Long-Term Effects and Pregnancy Considerations
Is It Arthritis? Understanding Joint Pain and Mobility Issues
Is it a type of arthritis? One of my friends often lifts their head while walking, has slightly stiff shoulders, and exhibits a hunched posture. Their spine feels rigid, and their limbs often lack flexibility. They are unsure whether they need rehabilitation or should see an orth...
Dr. Yang Zhengfan Reply:
Dear Jiz: Are the symptoms you described present in young males around the age of 20? If so, please have him undergo further examination by an orthopedic specialist. In addition to scoliosis and tendinitis, another possibility that must be checked is ankylosing spondylitis.[Read More] Is It Arthritis? Understanding Joint Pain and Mobility Issues