Understanding Ankle Sprains: Insights on Ligament Tears and Treatment Options
Ankle sprain - anterior talofibular ligament rupture and tear? Hello, Doctor. I fell down a flight of stairs (about 10 steps) in April 2017, and my right ankle rolled over. It initially rolled inward and then outward. I couldn't get up at first and sat on the ground for over...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
1. A rehabilitation physician mentioned that my condition may not improve after surgery, so I would like to ask for advice regarding my foot situation. Surgery may not alleviate the issues of pain, numbness, and bruising. Surgical reconstruction of the anterior talofibular ligame...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Sprains: Insights on Ligament Tears and Treatment Options
Understanding Pain on the Top of the Foot: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Dorsal foot pain Hello, recently I've been experiencing pain in the dorsum of my foot (around the fifth toe) when walking or going up and down stairs (when the foot is flexed), especially in the morning when I wake up. I haven't been doing much exercise lately. Could yo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It could be inflammation of the joints between the toes and the metatarsals, or tendonitis in that area. Avoid walking too much or standing for long periods, and take plenty of rest. If there is no improvement, then you should see a doctor.[Read More] Understanding Pain on the Top of the Foot: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Involuntary Toe Movements After Metatarsal Fracture
Metatarsal fracture with unexplained toe twitching? Hello Dr. You: Last week, I fell while running and fractured the fifth metatarsal in my right foot. The doctor said the bone is not displaced and recommended a cast (only half of it is casted, while the other half is wrapped wit...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: Your condition involves occasional spontaneous toe cramping and gripping, but it becomes unresponsive after the cast is removed? I believe your main issue is still the non-displaced fracture of the fifth metatarsal. It would be best to protect it with a cast for a period o...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Toe Movements After Metatarsal Fracture
How Long Until I Can Walk Normally After a Toe Fracture?
I would like to know how long it takes to walk normally again? I had a car accident on May 28, resulting in a fracture of the fifth metatarsal. The orthopedic doctor in the emergency department advised me to use crutches for a month and put me in a cast, instructing me to rest an...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, for a fifth metatarsal fracture, a cast should be applied and crutches should be used for one month, and it is advised to rest and avoid walking as much as possible. With proper protection and immobilization, metatarsal fractures typically allow for nor...[Read More] How Long Until I Can Walk Normally After a Toe Fracture?
Understanding Avulsion Fractures: Recovery and Concerns After Injury
Tear fracture On Saturday, I fell while getting off the bus and inverted my left foot. The first day was painful, the second day it was swollen, and by the third day, it was less swollen but there was bruising from the little toe to the ankle, with mild bruising on three of my to...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it would be more appropriate to seek a second opinion from another doctor. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Avulsion Fractures: Recovery and Concerns After Injury
How to Determine if Your Pinky Toe is Fractured After an Injury
Stubbed toe? Hello, I accidentally kicked my little toe against a chair in the evening, and it hurt for a while. How can a doctor determine if it's fractured? Also, under what circumstances should I see a doctor? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, if there is no bruising or swelling, it is unlikely that there is a fracture. If you are still concerned, you can visit an orthopedic clinic for an X-ray examination.[Read More] How to Determine if Your Pinky Toe is Fractured After an Injury
Understanding Hip Joint Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Hip joint issues? Hello, I started noticing something unusual with my right foot when I was around 10 to 11 years old. I could feel the bones rubbing against each other when walking (I can feel it if I place my hand on my right hip joint). I mentioned this to my parents, but they...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The conditions you mentioned could all be potential issues, so it's best to go to a major hospital for an examination. An X-ray can reveal whether there is hip dysplasia. Additionally, if there is a snapping hip phenomenon, you may hear a sound when bending the joint, which ...[Read More] Understanding Hip Joint Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Numbness and Swelling After Toe Fracture: What to Expect
Post-operative numbness and swelling after closed fracture surgery of the big toe? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my condition. I suffered a closed fracture of my right big toe due to a car accident and had two exposed steel pins inserted. During my follow-up appointment...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Swelling and numbness may persist for one to three months after a fracture, primarily due to peripheral nerve compression caused by injury and swelling. Elevating the toes and engaging in movement can help alleviate some symptoms. Changhua Hospital cares about your health....[Read More] Post-Surgery Numbness and Swelling After Toe Fracture: What to Expect
Knee Pain and Inability to Straighten: Understanding Lateral Ligament Injuries
Inability to fully extend the knee with lateral pain? Hello Doctor, I injured my knee while playing basketball. The specific symptoms are that I cannot fully extend my knee, and if I force it to extend, there is significant pain on the outer side of the knee. I also feel discomfo...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
It is advisable to seek multiple opinions, such as consulting other orthopedic surgeons for treatment. I hope this helps you. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Knee Pain and Inability to Straighten: Understanding Lateral Ligament Injuries
Understanding and Treating Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Treatment methods for congenital hip dysplasia? Hello, I started noticing something unusual with my right foot when I was around 12 to 13 years old; it felt like the bones were rubbing against each other while walking. I mentioned this to my parents, but they thought it wasn'...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, in cases of congenital hip dysplasia, if the wear is not severe, corrective osteotomy can be performed. If the wear is severe, total hip arthroplasty may be necessary. It is recommended that you undergo a thorough evaluation at a medical center.[Read More] Understanding and Treating Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Understanding Softness and Pain After a Non-Displaced Toe Fracture
Non-displaced fracture of the left fifth toe? I accidentally kicked something while moving and fractured my fourth toe (no surgery needed; the cast was removed after two days, and we were instructed to buddy tape the fourth toe to the middle toe). After a little over a month, the...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, based on the symptoms you described, it seems to be a normal occurrence. If you are still concerned, you may return for an X-ray examination. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Softness and Pain After a Non-Displaced Toe Fracture
Understanding Recurring Foot Tumors: Causes and Dietary Solutions
A tumor has developed on the sole of the left foot? Hello doctor, last year at the beginning of the year, I developed a tumor-sized hard lump on the sole of my left foot, about the size of a small toe. After undergoing surgery, the removed tumor appeared as a whitish, round stone...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the crystals are uric acid crystals, they are called tophi, which appear as white, powdery crystals. Your tumor may not be caused by high uric acid levels; if it were, the pathology report would indicate the presence of tophi. If the tumor is currently small, it can be monitor...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Foot Tumors: Causes and Dietary Solutions
Post-Cast Removal: Understanding Swelling and Pain in Your Toe
Swelling and throbbing pain after removing the cast? Hello, I was in a car accident on November 6, which resulted in a fracture of the fifth toe and slight displacement of the fourth toe on my left foot. I had a cast applied for stabilization. During my follow-up appointment on D...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, after a fracture, a fixation period of approximately four to six weeks is required. Of course, the longer the fixation period, the higher the possibility of joint stiffness. Therefore, for fractures of the extremities (hands and feet), the principle is to fix for four week...[Read More] Post-Cast Removal: Understanding Swelling and Pain in Your Toe
Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Patellar fracture Doctor, thank you for your previous response. Regarding my earlier question: On October 13, 2018, I slipped and fractured my patella into three pieces. I underwent surgery for internal fixation and was discharged five days later. I returned for a follow-up appoi...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Condition 1: 1. At 21 days post-surgery, the knee can only bend approximately 30 degrees, which indicates that the range of motion has not progressed to normal levels. However, is it possible to use passive assistance by leveraging the strength of the hand to support the thigh an...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Patellar Dislocation: Long-Term Effects and Yoga Solutions
Patellar dislocation syndrome When I was a child learning to walk, I experienced a dislocation. After both legs were put in casts, I healed. It has been over 10 years now without any issues or problems, and there is no discrepancy in leg length. However, I do walk with a slight i...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Congenital dislocation, specifically congenital hip dislocation, is recommended to be evaluated by an orthopedic outpatient clinic for a pelvic X-ray to assess the current condition of the hip joint. Based on the findings, the orthopedic physician will provide further recommendat...[Read More] Understanding Patellar Dislocation: Long-Term Effects and Yoga Solutions
Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Exercises, and Concerns
Patellar fracture On October 13, 2018, I slipped and fractured my patella into three pieces. I underwent surgery for internal fixation and was discharged five days later. Eight days post-surgery, I had a follow-up appointment, making it a total of 13 days (approximately two weeks...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Within a pain-free range, it is generally advisable to move as much as possible while bending at a 90-degree angle. 2. This is normal. 3. It is permissible. 4. It helps reduce muscle atrophy. 5. This is normal.[Read More] Understanding Patellar Fractures: Recovery, Exercises, and Concerns
Understanding Metatarsal Fractures: Recovery and Walking Tips
Fractures of the first, second, and third metatarsals? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask you some questions. I was in a car accident on August 14th and was diagnosed with a comminuted fracture of the first metatarsal, with the second and third ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The second metatarsal appears to be not fully healed yet, but you can walk on it. It will take some more time for it to heal; typically, small bones take about six months to be considered truly non-union if they haven't healed by then. If treatment is needed at that point, i...[Read More] Understanding Metatarsal Fractures: Recovery and Walking Tips
Recovering from Severe Leg Fractures: Improving Knee Flexibility After Surgery
Severe foot fracture, with the knee able to bend only 90 degrees? Hello Doctor: I sustained a left leg fracture due to a car accident as follows: On February 27, 2018, I underwent surgery for the application of an external fixator on the left tibia and closed reduction with inter...
Dr. Cai Shanglin Reply:
It is recommended to have the original surgeon follow up with an X-ray to confirm that rehabilitation can begin, as the bone needs to be stable before starting rehabilitation.[Read More] Recovering from Severe Leg Fractures: Improving Knee Flexibility After Surgery
Understanding Healing Progress of Fifth Toe Fractures: What to Expect
Healing status of the fifth metatarsal fracture? Hello Doctor: On June 19, I sustained a fracture at the base of my right little toe due to a sprain. The orthopedic surgeon advised me to use an elastic bandage for slight stabilization and to allow it to heal naturally. During thi...
Dr. Li Yongheng Reply:
Hello, your fifth toe fracture has been present for 2 months. The X-ray shows a more pronounced fracture line, but there is no significant pain or discomfort. This situation is not uncommon, so there is no need for excessive concern. As for the reduced movement and stiffness in y...[Read More] Understanding Healing Progress of Fifth Toe Fractures: What to Expect
Comprehensive Recovery Strategies for Severe Lower Limb Fractures
Open fracture of the tibia, fibula, and closed fractures of the left femoral neck, femoral shaft, and supracondylar region of the left femur. Closed fracture of the left patella? On February 27, 2018, a car accident resulted in: 1. Open fracture of the left tibia and fibula; 2. C...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, given the severity of the injury, a full recovery may be challenging. Active rehabilitation therapy should ideally wait until the bones have healed for safety; otherwise, there is a risk of re-fracture. Thank you.[Read More] Comprehensive Recovery Strategies for Severe Lower Limb Fractures