Understanding L5 Vertebral Fractures: Causes, Healing, and Future Implications
Vertebral arch fracture A year and a half ago, I was involved in a car accident. Since then, my daily life has been normal, but over the past year and a half, I often experience pain in my right side of the back when sitting for extended periods while reading or lifting heavier o...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, in response to your inquiry: A vertebral arch fracture can be caused by congenital factors or trauma. Generally, diagnosis can be made through X-rays or computed tomography (CT) scans. Treatment options include conservative and invasive approaches. Typically, the fourth an...[Read More] Understanding L5 Vertebral Fractures: Causes, Healing, and Future Implications
Can I Still Grow Taller at 14? Understanding Height Potential
Can I still grow taller? I am 14 years old and 156 cm tall. I used to grow about 5 cm each year, but now I haven't grown even 2 cm. My dad is 173 cm and my mom is 168 cm, but I am only 156 cm. I am not underweight; I weigh about 43 kg and I am not on a diet. Most of my frien...
Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Human height can continue to grow until a certain age, which is related to the timing of physical development. For girls, the period of fastest growth, known as the "growth spurt," occurs from the onset of secondary sexual characteristics (such as breast development) un...[Read More] Can I Still Grow Taller at 14? Understanding Height Potential
Understanding Hip and Lower Back Pain: Connections to Knee Issues and More
Could you please clarify if you are referring to pain in the hip joint and the area near the lower back? Doctor, I experienced pain in my hip joint and near my lower back over a year ago, often to the point where I couldn't stand up straight. Even while riding a bike, I had ...
Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Patellofemoral chondromalacia, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, is a condition where patients often report similar complaints: "When I sit in a chair for too long, the moment I stand up, my knee feels stiff and even extremely painful, as if the knee isn't min...[Read More] Understanding Hip and Lower Back Pain: Connections to Knee Issues and More
Can Exercise Help Increase Height at 22? Orthopedic Insights
Height Hello, doctor. I am currently 22 years old. Is it still possible for me to grow taller through exercise? I have adjusted my bicycle seat very high, so that only my toes touch the ground! I feel that it is difficult to ride the bike because my legs are short. Could this cau...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Orthopedic Response: (1) Once the growth plates of the spine and long bones in the limbs close in an average person, bone growth ceases, and height will no longer change. No exercise can increase height for a twenty-year-old. (2) Potential injuries from raising the bicycle seat i...[Read More] Can Exercise Help Increase Height at 22? Orthopedic Insights
Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Tips
Bone spur My father works as a lathe operator and has visited an orthopedic doctor, where he underwent X-rays. The doctor diagnosed him with sciatica and noted that his bones are aging prematurely. The X-ray showed that the distance between the last segment of his spine and the p...
Dr. Zhang Shilie Reply:
In elderly individuals, X-rays may show that the distance between the tip of the spinal cone and the adjacent vertebra is closer than that of normal individuals, indicating degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs. This can lead to spinal canal stenosis, resulting in poor...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Tips
Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Joint pain Hello, doctor: For the past year, I have been experiencing stiffness and pain in my hip joint. Sometimes I feel sharp pain while walking or stretching, and occasionally I have a dull ache in my thigh and the back of my buttocks. The symptoms come and go. I have also fe...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Ankylosing spondylitis is a disease that affects the spine and hip joints. Hip joint pain and sacroiliac joint pain are related. For more information, you can refer to the orthopedic education articles on the Hsinchu Hospital website.[Read More] Understanding Hip Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Sunday Night Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Spinal pain Every Sunday night, I wake up around 4 AM with soreness in my spine, to the point that it disrupts my sleep. What could be the cause of this? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of lower back pain, and it is necessary to consider the pain history and clinical examination to infer the cause. Based on your age and symptoms, the likelihood of a muscular strain is the highest. Other considerations include intervertebral disc diso...[Read More] Understanding Sunday Night Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Can Laser Treatment Effectively Address Bone Spurs?
Can bone spurs be treated with laser therapy? Hello doctor, my father has been suffering from bone spurs for a long time, and it has become increasingly severe to the point where he experiences numbness while walking. Recently, a friend recommended that he undergo laser treatment...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Ting, Regarding your question about whether bone spurs can be treated with laser therapy, it likely refers to the treatment of sciatica caused by a herniated disc in the spine. Medically, this can be done, but it is considered a surgical procedure and must meet s...[Read More] Can Laser Treatment Effectively Address Bone Spurs?
Understanding Spinal Surgery Risks and Benefits for Nerve Compression Issues
Spine Hello Doctor: My mother has been suffering from chronic back pain and numbness in her hands and legs. An X-ray revealed that her spine is compressing a nerve, and the hospital has recommended surgery; otherwise, she would need to wear a brace to manage the condition. If lef...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Conditions that generally require surgery for sciatic nerve compression include: 1. Muscle weakness 2. Bowel or bladder incontinence 3. Severe pain that is unresponsive to pain medication. If surgery is not performed at this stage, symptoms may worsen, potentially leading to disa...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Surgery Risks and Benefits for Nerve Compression Issues
Understanding Bone Spurs: Symptoms, Nerve Compression, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Bone spur Hello, I am a homemaker. I went to see a doctor for an X-ray, and the results showed that I have bone spurs on my cervical spine, particularly at the levels of C5 and C6, which are more severe. This has caused soreness in the back of my neck. 1. I have pain in my right ...
Dr. Lin Junliang Reply:
When a bone spur compresses a nerve, it can cause numbness and pain. If conservative treatment based on symptoms is ineffective or exacerbates the condition, surgical intervention may be necessary. It is advisable to first consult a rehabilitation specialist for diagnosis and tre...[Read More] Understanding Bone Spurs: Symptoms, Nerve Compression, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Understanding Recurring Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower back spinal pain? Hello, a year ago I accidentally slept on a small round object located just above my lower back and later experienced spinal pain, which sometimes made it difficult to bend. I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for treatment, including mas...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Based on your description, it is likely that you are experiencing inflammation of the spinal ligaments, and the current symptoms may be similar. Most cases of spinal ligament inflammation are caused by overuse or improper use, so it is crucial to identify the underlying cause to ...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Spinal Compression and Nerve Pain: Treatment Options Explored
The compression of the left arm nerve by the fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae? I am 34 years old. About two years ago, I experienced pain in my left shoulder blade, which caused unusual soreness in my left arm and made it difficult to lift. After undergoing a CT scan at Linkou...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
In the United States, there are detailed specialties, including specific training and treatment for chiropractic rehabilitation and podiatry, which are currently not available in Taiwan. Generally, chiropractic care in Taiwan is performed by practitioners without professional tra...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Compression and Nerve Pain: Treatment Options Explored
Do Height-Enhancing Drugs Really Work? A Look at Claims and Concerns
Regarding height increase and the fourth channel height growth medication? Hello, Doctor, I am 161 cm tall. Although I am not satisfied with my height, I have accepted it for a long time. Recently, I noticed an advertisement on channel four for a height-increasing product called ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Your concern is a common issue that many people face. Generally, after reaching adulthood, height will no longer increase because the growth plates have closed. Using external forces or medications will not be effective. The only exception would be in cases of limb length discrep...[Read More] Do Height-Enhancing Drugs Really Work? A Look at Claims and Concerns
Managing Osteoporosis: Effective Calcium Solutions for Your Mother
Please ask your question? Dear Dr. Lin, My mother has a history of breast cancer and underwent surgery, which resulted in some damage to her spine. She wore a brace for a while, but no longer does. Initially, she experienced back pain, which has since decreased; however, she now...
Dr. Lin Junliang Reply:
Patients with a history of breast cancer who experience back pain should first rule out the possibility of metastatic breast cancer by undergoing examinations at a hospital. There are various treatment options for osteoporosis; however, patients with a history of breast cancer sh...[Read More] Managing Osteoporosis: Effective Calcium Solutions for Your Mother
Postpartum Joint Pain: Effective Treatments and Acupuncture Options
Joint pain It has been five months since delivery, and I still experience pain in my elbows, knees, and lumbar region, especially when leaning forward while sitting or lying on the table. The area from my lumbar spine to my coccyx feels very tight. What treatment options should I...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Multiple joint and lower back pain may suggest rheumatoid arthritis, but the stiffness and pain predominantly in the proximal interphalangeal joints of the hands could be attributed to overexertion after childbirth. Frequent carrying of the baby may lead to tendonitis; if this is...[Read More] Postpartum Joint Pain: Effective Treatments and Acupuncture Options
Does Scoliosis (10-15 Degrees) Affect Military Service Eligibility?
Scoliosis Is scoliosis (10-15 degrees) a disqualifying condition for military service? Can one apply to a military academy?
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Dr. Wang Zikang's response: There are many causes of scoliosis, with the most common being idiopathic scoliosis, which predominantly affects females. The severity is determined by the patient's age and the degree of curvature. Generally, for males aged eighteen, a curva...[Read More] Does Scoliosis (10-15 Degrees) Affect Military Service Eligibility?
Managing Bone Spurs: Home Care and Rehabilitation Tips for Seniors
If you have bone spurs, how should you take care of yourself on a daily basis? Hello Dr. Lin, My mother has been diagnosed with bone spurs after an X-ray by an orthopedic doctor. She needs to receive injections and take medication for a while, as well as attend daily rehabilitat...
Dr. Lin Junliang Reply:
If there are bone spurs on the spine and they are not compressing the nerves, rehabilitation treatment is generally the main approach. In the early stages of the condition, it is more appropriate to undergo rehabilitation at a hospital. Once the condition stabilizes, patients can...[Read More] Managing Bone Spurs: Home Care and Rehabilitation Tips for Seniors
Effective Methods to Correct Hunchback Posture in Teens
Kyphosis Hello, doctor. I am a 17-year-old vocational high school student. My question is that my long-term poor posture may have caused me to develop a hunchback, leading to my neck leaning forward. Are there any correction methods available?
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Abnormal anterior curvature of the spine, particularly in the thoracic region, is referred to as kyphosis, which can be categorized into postural and pathological types. Postural kyphosis can be adjusted voluntarily and self-corrected, allowing for the restoration of normal align...[Read More] Effective Methods to Correct Hunchback Posture in Teens
Understanding Bone Spurs: Causes, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
What is a bone spur? Hello, Dr. Hsieh! Recently, my father (50 years old) has been experiencing lower back pain and went to the hospital for an examination. The doctor informed him that he has bone spurs. Could you please explain what bone spurs are, what causes them, and what th...
Dr. Xie Tianjie Reply:
Generally, bone spurs in the lower back are primarily caused by the spine enduring prolonged pressure or previous injuries, leading to the formation of protruding bony growths next to the bones. Bone spurs can be identified through X-rays; however, there are countless causes of c...[Read More] Understanding Bone Spurs: Causes, Treatments, and Dietary Tips
Understanding Soft Bones: Causes, Exercises, and Precautions for Pain Relief
Bones are too soft? Hello, Doctor Shi: A few years ago, I experienced a tearing sensation in my back when I picked up my child. Since then, I have felt discomfort when sitting or lying down. Before I received cupping therapy, I had been using a hula hoop for a few weeks, and I am...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Your lower back pain may be due to improper lifting techniques. You need to be particularly careful when bending down to pick up a child, as improper exertion can easily lead to injury. Typically, the ligaments and tendons of the spine are affected. Treatment usually involves med...[Read More] Understanding Soft Bones: Causes, Exercises, and Precautions for Pain Relief