Will Ankle Fractures Cause Uneven Walking? Recovery Insights
Will a fractured ankle cause a limping gait? Hello, Doctor. I suffered a right ankle fracture in early November due to a car accident (I am unsure of the type of fracture). The doctor said that two small bones in the ankle were displaced and required surgery. After the operation,...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The ankle joint has bones on both the medial and lateral sides. The lateral side features the distal end of the fibula, known as the lateral malleolus, while the medial side has the distal end of the tibia, referred to as the medial malleolus. In the case of a fracture, if there ...[Read More] Will Ankle Fractures Cause Uneven Walking? Recovery Insights
Post-Fracture Complications: Managing Nerve Damage and Recovery
Post-fracture complications Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident on May 20th and suffered a tibial fracture in my lower leg. However, the day after the surgery, I developed compartment syndrome, which required an emergency fasciotomy. Unfortunately, this also resulted in nerve d...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: This type of nerve injury has a poor recovery prognosis, but it is essential to determine whether there is a nerve rupture or temporary paralysis. If there is a rupture, recovery may be inadequate, leading to long-term sequelae. Rehabilitation is recommended as necessary. ...[Read More] Post-Fracture Complications: Managing Nerve Damage and Recovery
Understanding Ankle Pain: Is It a Sprain or Something Else?
Pain upon palpation of the ankle? If pressing just above the protruding bone of the ankle causes significant pain, similar to a bruising sensation, but there is no visible external injury or swelling, and walking feels normal, it may not necessarily be a sprain. It could indicate...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
I'm not sure if you're asking about the outer or inner side of the ankle. If there is no sprain, it could be due to tendonitis or periostitis. The outer side of the ankle is the distal end of the fibula, known as the lateral malleolus, while the inner side is the protru...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Pain: Is It a Sprain or Something Else?
Understanding Ankle Tendon Displacement: Causes and Treatment Options
Ankle ligament displacement I would like to consult a doctor. In May, I accidentally struck my left ankle with a baseball bat while playing softball, which has led to habitual lateral displacement of the ankle ligaments. After six months, I can walk normally, but I still cannot b...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You may need to see an orthopedic specialist, as it could be a displacement of the tendon of the anterior tibialis muscle. If the tendon is located slightly posterior and lateral to the ankle joint and there is persistent pain, medical attention is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Ankle Tendon Displacement: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Open and Comminuted Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Regarding open fracture of the right tibia? Hello Dr. Shi, I would like to ask you some questions. On October 1, 2015, I jumped from a height and was diagnosed with an open fracture of the right tibia with internal fixation using steel nails. I underwent surgery, and the surgeon ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
An open fracture refers to a fracture where there is a wound in the skin, connecting the fracture to the outside environment. If the fractured bone ends have protruded through the skin, it is considered a more severe open fracture. Some open fractures may only have a small wound ...[Read More] Understanding Open and Comminuted Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding Congenital Bow Legs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Congenital bow legs? Since childhood, I have frequently visited doctors due to knee pain, and they always diagnosed it as chondritis. Recently, after an X-ray for my knee pain, a doctor informed me that I have congenital bow legs, and my inner thigh muscles are underdeveloped (wh...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Tibial vara, also known as tibial internal rotation or bowing, is a condition that is often congenital. If there is no arthritis present, it typically does not require treatment. Surgery is only necessary if there is arthritis and conservative treatments are ineffective. Currentl...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Bow Legs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tibial Bumps: Could It Be a Bone Tumor?
Tibial mass Hello, I have a small bump on my right tibia, but I don't recall any injury. It is not visible to the naked eye; I can only feel it when I palpate along the bone, and there is a bruised sensation when I press on it. Aside from that, there are no other abnormaliti...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It is very likely to be a bone tumor, which is most commonly found in the tibia (the upper end of the lower leg bone near the knee joint). The most common type of this tumor is called osteochondroma (or exostosis). You can visit an orthopedic department at a hospital for an X-ray...[Read More] Understanding Tibial Bumps: Could It Be a Bone Tumor?
Understanding Tibial Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Tibial prominence or tibial tuberosity swelling? Hello, doctor. I have a slight bump on my right tibia, specifically on the inner side of my right foot. It's not very noticeable, and I can only feel it when I palpate along the bone. It doesn't hurt much when pressed, bu...
Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello, Ms. Jin! The slight protrusion on the inner side of your right tibia may be a bone tumor. Please visit the orthopedic department at the hospital to schedule an appointment and arrange for an X-ray examination. You can discuss the details with the orthopedic physician after...[Read More] Understanding Tibial Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Can I Return to Jumping and Running After a Tibia Fracture?
Fracture from running and jumping? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I had a car accident where both my tibia and fibula were fractured. The position and length of the steel rod extend from my knee to near my ankle. The fibula has healed, but the tibia is healing slowly, possibly due...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: The tibia bears more than five-sixths of the weight of the lower leg. Based on your symptoms, there should be no issues with intense activity. It is advisable to focus on strengthening exercises. If the fracture has healed, the presence of the steel pin should not have any...[Read More] Can I Return to Jumping and Running After a Tibia Fracture?
Understanding Closed Fractures of the Right Tibia and Fibula: Recovery and Care
Closed fracture of the right tibia and fibula shaft? I apologize, but I would like to ask about my brother's injuries. He was in a car accident yesterday, resulting in an open fracture of the right tibia and fibula. However, he won't be able to have surgery until Wednes...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Bone healing takes at least three months, and full functional recovery may require an additional one to three months. If the fracture has healed, there should be minimal sequelae. However, if the fracture is not healed, caution is needed when bearing weight to avoid the ri...[Read More] Understanding Closed Fractures of the Right Tibia and Fibula: Recovery and Care
Recovering from Fibula Nail Surgery: Weight Bearing and Walking Concerns
Fibula intramedullary nailing Is it too short to use a cane for weight-bearing walking for just one week? Currently, I hardly use the cane at home, but I still feel a bit fearful, so I tend to walk a bit awkwardly. I also have a long metal rod (inserted in the tibia and fibula) s...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Lower limb fractures require at least six to eight weeks of using crutches to prevent complications such as nonunion and malunion. Thank you![Read More] Recovering from Fibula Nail Surgery: Weight Bearing and Walking Concerns
Understanding Ankle Fractures: Impact on Daily Life and Sports Activities
Ankle fracture Hello Dr. Wang, I had a car accident on July 20 that resulted in a tibia and fibula fracture. I recently consulted a second physician who reviewed my X-rays and noted that there is an additional 1-2 mm gap between the distal tibia and the talus compared to normal. ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: This type of distal fibula fracture can lead to complications affecting the ankle joint. Based on the X-rays taken after your surgery, the alignment appears acceptable. We will monitor the healing status of the fracture, as a displacement of 1-2 mm in the ankle joint can e...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Fractures: Impact on Daily Life and Sports Activities
Understanding Healing Times for Femoral Neck Fractures
When will a fracture heal? It is common for individuals in their teens and twenties to heal from lower leg fractures within one to three months. However, a femoral neck fracture may take up to six months to heal properly, especially to alleviate pain in the groin area. This exten...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Bones are classified into long bones and short bones. The tibia is a long bone, and it typically takes about three months to heal completely, although it may not always be fully healed by then. Generally, it takes around six months for the femoral neck to become sufficiently stro...[Read More] Understanding Healing Times for Femoral Neck Fractures
Which Bone Heals Faster: Open Fractures vs. Foot Bones?
Fracture healing I would like to ask the doctor which part of the body, the hand or the foot, heals from an open fracture faster.
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Typically, the healing of bone fractures involves the formation of cancellous bone, which generally heals faster than compact bone. The quality of immobilization and the patient's overall condition, such as nutritional status, also play significant roles in the healing proce...[Read More] Which Bone Heals Faster: Open Fractures vs. Foot Bones?
Persistent Pain and Swelling After Tibia and Fibula Fracture: Is It Normal?
Persistent swelling and pain after a tibial fracture? Hello: I was involved in a car accident on June 25, resulting in closed fractures of the left tibia and fibula. I underwent surgery on the same day, where a steel plate (approximately 15 to 20 centimeters in length) was placed...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: The fracture plate was removed after only 10 days, and the reason for this is unclear. Pain should be assessed on an individual basis, and it is uncommon for it to persist for such a long duration. Recommendations can only be provided after reviewing the postoperative X-ra...[Read More] Persistent Pain and Swelling After Tibia and Fibula Fracture: Is It Normal?
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain After Accessory Navicular Surgery
Postoperative issues related to accessory navicular bone hyperplasia? Hello! I recently underwent surgery due to issues with my accessory navicular bone, and it has been just over two weeks since the procedure. Today, while moving my ankle in bed, I exerted a bit of force (withou...
Dr. Lin Jingwei Reply:
Hello: It is difficult to accurately assess your issue based on the literal description. I recommend scheduling an earlier follow-up appointment at the outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain After Accessory Navicular Surgery
Rehabilitation Tips for Tibial Fracture Recovery After an Accident
Rehabilitation for Tibial Fracture Hello Doctor: At the end of June, I had a car accident that resulted in a small fracture in the upper half of my right tibia. After being in a half-cast for a week, I can now bend my leg but cannot fully extend it, and I am unable to dorsiflex m...
Dr. Xie Hongjia Reply:
It is advisable not to rush into stretching exercises at this time. Please consult your physician to determine if the fracture has healed sufficiently since the cast was applied and when it would be appropriate to begin stretching exercises. It is best to wait for your follow-up ...[Read More] Rehabilitation Tips for Tibial Fracture Recovery After an Accident
Understanding Tibia and Metatarsal Fractures: Rehabilitation Insights
Tibial and metatarsal fractures and rehabilitation issues? On May 9, I underwent surgery at the hospital for a closed fracture of the right tibia (with an adjustable ankle brace applied). (Attached image, the one on the right is from the follow-up on July 17) http://imgur.com/GkJ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Based on your images, the fracture has healed, and you can start moving around. There is no need for further rehabilitation, and you can put weight on your right foot. Walking should not be an issue, and there is no need to see the doctor again. With more time, it will continue t...[Read More] Understanding Tibia and Metatarsal Fractures: Rehabilitation Insights
Recovering from Tibial Fracture Surgery: Muscle Rehabilitation Tips
Two days after surgery for a tibial fracture? It has been over a month since I had surgery for a tibial fracture in my lower leg. The doctor advised me not to put weight on it for six weeks, so I will start rehabilitation afterward. Can I regain my muscle strength? I have also no...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Although you cannot bear weight, you can still perform flexion and extension movements of the knee and ankle joints, as this engages the muscles. Muscle contraction occurs with joint movement, which helps prevent atrophy. After six weeks, you can begin to bear weight, which will ...[Read More] Recovering from Tibial Fracture Surgery: Muscle Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding and Correcting O-Shaped Legs: Options and Insights
I want to correct my bow legs? Hello, Doctor. I have O-shaped legs, but I'm not sure how severe it is. I drew a diagram: http://imgur.com/N9BL8WS (the black represents bones, and the pink represents muscles). It feels like my thighs are very separated from the pelvis. My upp...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
To determine whether there is a varus or valgus deformity of the knee joint, an X-ray examination is necessary. In a normally aligned adult, the centers of the hip, knee, and ankle joints should form a straight line. If the center of the knee joint is deviated inward, it indicate...[Read More] Understanding and Correcting O-Shaped Legs: Options and Insights