Tibia, Orthopedics FAQ

Should You Remove a Non-Painful Bone Growth on Your Tibia?

Tibial issues Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about a bump that has been on my tibia since I fell and hit the edge of a table while running over a decade ago. It feels like a cartilage-like protrusion, but it doesn't hurt. Should I get it checked out, and do I need su...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
You can visit an orthopedic specialist and request an X-ray to determine if there are any issues with your bones, and you can use health insurance for the consultation.

Understanding Healing Concerns for Tibial Fractures After Surgery

Questions related to the healing of comminuted tibial fractures? Hello Doctor: I suffered a comminuted fracture of the right tibia in a car accident on June 12. During my follow-up appointment last month, most of the fracture sites had formed callus, except for one gap. However, ...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The doctor's statement is correct, but one should not rely entirely on the steel plate for support; it can only bear a small portion of the load. Additionally, using crutches is necessary, as ultimately, the healing process depends on the bones themselves forming a callus. O...

Understanding the Need for Bone Grafting After Fracture Surgery

After the removal of the metal fixation, it was found that there is an approximately 8 cm bone fracture that has not healed? Hello Doctor, I was involved in a car accident in November 2019, resulting in a muscle rupture in my thigh (currently functioning normally but with a notic...

Dr. Li Wenhong Reply:
Hello: Artificial bone is used to fill large bone defects and is appropriate to prevent the pain associated with autologous bone grafting. Initially, it lacks sufficient strength and requires protection, but after healing, new bone tissue will integrate, providing adequate streng...

Understanding Knee Injuries: Treatment Options for Fractures and Ligament Tears

Knee problems Hello, Doctor You. A few days ago, I had a motorcycle accident where I fell on my right knee, absorbing the impact of my entire body. I heard a popping sound and rated the pain at 5, managing to limp back home. The next day, I noticed a swelling in the center of my ...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, could you please send me the X-rays from that time? The descriptions in your article may have some inconsistencies from a medical standpoint. For example, the knee should refer to the patella, not the hip bone. It's normal for the general public, who are not medical p...

Recovery from Right Knee and Leg Fracture: Tips and Guidance

Recovery from a tibial plateau fracture? Dear Doctor, I was in a car accident on June 3rd, resulting in a comminuted fracture at the area of my right calf near the knee, along with a fracture of the right tibia and damage to the cartilage in my right knee. The doctor mentioned ...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description of the injury, it seems more like a tibial plateau fracture. The rehabilitation progress may depend on the recommendations of the surgeon who performed the operation. It would be a good idea to discuss your thoughts with your surgeon during your f...

Understanding Delayed Treatment of Proximal Tibial Comminuted Fractures

Left proximal radius comminuted fracture? A distant relative mentioned that on May 26, 2020, they were involved in a car accident. Due to financial constraints, they did not seek medical attention until July 7, 2020, when a physician diagnosed them with a "left proximal tibi...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Hello, I will answer your questions based on general circumstances, but specific situations require your attending physician to have a comprehensive understanding and conduct an in-person examination to provide medical advice. 1. A "tibial comminuted fracture" may cause...

Recovery Tips for Tibial Plateau Fracture: Walking Without Crutches

Comminuted fracture of the tibial plateau? Hello, I have a comminuted fracture of the left tibial plateau. I had surgery in early June where they performed bone grafting and placed a plate with screws. During my follow-up on July 13, the doctor said I could start learning to walk...

Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
Hello, according to your attending physician, weren't you supposed to start walking by mid-July? If you can walk steadily without pain, you may not need a cane. However, I do not have your fracture imaging data, so it would be best to consult your surgeon regarding rehabilit...

Understanding O-Shaped Legs: Causes, Treatment Options, and Surgical Insights

O-shaped legs and knee joints? Hello Doctor: Currently, my tibia and weight-bearing axis are approximately at 7.2 degrees for the right leg and 8 degrees for the left leg, with a knee distance of about 10 centimeters (congenital). However, the X-ray images show that the medial jo...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
1. When a person is standing, the forces are transmitted to the inner side of the knee joint, making the varus deformity more pronounced and narrowing the joint space on the inner side. 2. Currently, if there are no symptoms of pain, treatment is not necessary. 3. If surgery ...

Can I Get the AZ Vaccine After Tibia Fracture Surgery?

Can the AZ vaccine be administered after a tibial fracture surgery? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I underwent a right calf fracture reduction and internal fixation with a steel nail on July 26. Due to work requirements, I have been asked to receive the Az vac...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Individuals who are eligible for vaccination do not need to wait.

Severe Knee Injury After Fall: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps

Knee issues Recently, I fell down the stairs at home with a loud crack, feeling something break. I couldn't stand up and was in excruciating pain. After forcing myself to stand, I noticed blood and upon examination, I found that my right knee had sunk in by 1 cm and was blee...

Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If you are already receiving treatment at a hospital, you should follow the physician's recommendations, which may include immobilization with a cast or surgery. A decision can only be made after assessing the clinical condition.

Understanding Tibia and Fibula Fractures: Recovery and Complications

Tibia and fibula fractures Hello Doctor, I had an open, displaced fracture of the middle and lower segments of my tibia and fibula due to a car accident last June, but the bone did not protrude through the skin. I underwent intramedullary nailing for the tibia, and it has been al...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, 1. It is essential to confirm that the fracture has completely healed before considering the removal of internal fixation. If the fracture has not fully healed after three to six months, one side of the locking screw may be removed to promote healing. If it remains unhea...

Dealing with Home Accidents: Knee Injuries and Fractures Explained

Home accidents I once fell down the stairs at home and hit my knee against the sharp edge of a step, resulting in a loud cracking sound. My knee was indented by five centimeters. When I stood up, the pain was so intense that I lost my balance and fell again, resulting in fracture...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, most children recover from fractures faster than adults. With proper rest and adherence to the physician's treatment, the prognosis is generally good. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Wang Shou-ji.

Post-Tibial Fracture Surgery: Why Can't I Lift My Big Toe?

After tibial fracture surgery, the big toe cannot be lifted? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you: I was involved in a car accident on March 10 of this year, which resulted in a comminuted fracture of my right tibia. I underwent intramedullary nailing surgery on March 11, durin...

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, 1. If the big toe cannot be lifted while the other toes can, the first consideration should be whether there is any damage to the tendons or muscles. If there is tendon damage, it should be addressed promptly. If it is not a muscle or tendon injury, then rehabilitation t...

Do Medial Tibial Plateau Fractures Always Require Surgery?

Medial tibial plafond I would like to inquire whether a medial malleolus fracture with displacement always requires surgery, or if it can heal on its own.

Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, if a fracture involves the joint surface and is displaced, it is less likely to heal properly and may lead to joint sequelae. Surgical reduction and fixation are recommended. If there is no displacement, non-surgical management may be considered, but it is important to mon...

Do Medial Tibial Plateau Fractures Always Require Surgery?

Medial tibial plafond I would like to ask if a medial malleolus fracture with displacement always requires surgery, or can it heal on its own?

Managing Post-Surgery Complications of Tibial Fracture Wounds

Issues After Suture Removal from Tibial Fracture Wound in the Lower Leg Your mother has two large wounds measuring 11 and 12 centimeters, and it has been about a week since the stitches were removed. Two days ago, she changed to adhesive strips, but the middle section of one woun...

Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health!

Severe Knee Injury: Understanding Fractures and Dislocations After Trauma

Severe fracture Recently, while playing soccer, my right knee accidentally bent at a 60-degree angle, causing extreme pain and making me fall to the ground. The next day, I noticed a 2 cm swelling in the center of my knee, which was extremely painful to touch and felt indented an...

Dr. Chen Bochen Reply:
Go directly to the emergency department for an X-ray. If necessary, a CT scan will be arranged, and an orthopedic physician will assist you.

Should I Consider Surgery for O-Shaped Calves to Increase Height?

The bones in my calves are growing unevenly, and I want to increase my height? I am 15-16 years old, female, and my height is 147-148 cm. I feel that my calves have an O-shape, so my family took me to see an orthopedic doctor. He said that the inner side of my calf bones is devel...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, from your article, the main concerns are height and the O-shaped issue. Generally, if the lateral growth plate of the proximal tibia grows faster, it can indeed lead to the phenomenon you mentioned. In your case, if conservative treatment does not yield satisfactory result...

Overcoming Severe Leg Injuries After a Car Accident: My Journey

I was in a car accident before? I was in a car accident where the other driver was going the wrong way, and I was thrown from the impact. I suffered compound fractures of both femurs and tibias, with bone protruding through the skin, and I had dislocated knees along with comminut...

Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello, from your article, I can sense that you indeed suffered a very serious injury, yet you still optimistically describe the beauty of the world. You are very brave, keep it up! Given that you had an open fracture and a dislocated knee, which indicates potential ligament issue...

Severe Right Leg Injury: Fractures, Dislocation, and Tumor Concerns

What happened to your right foot? I fell down the stairs at work and have a bruise on my left thigh. My right leg has a fracture of the tibia and fibula, with a suspected open fracture. I also have a dislocated knee and a comminuted fracture. Additionally, I have a pre-existing t...

Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
As mentioned in the letter, the simultaneous occurrence of a knee joint dislocation and an open fracture of the tibia and fibula (where the bone protrudes through the skin) is very rare. Such injuries typically require significant external force. It is crucial to seek medical att...

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