Knee Injury: Understanding Related Calf and Foot Discomfort
Knee injury accompanied by discomfort in the calf and foot? Hello, Doctor. A week ago, I visited a rehabilitation specialist due to an old knee injury that has persisted for four to five years. This injury occurred after I fell while playing basketball, landing on my knee. Since ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
An MRI must be performed based on a physician's assessment of necessity.[Read More] Knee Injury: Understanding Related Calf and Foot Discomfort
Understanding Foot Pain After an Accident: When to Seek Medical Help
Foot pain Hello, I was in a minor car accident about a month ago. At that time, I hit the bottom of my left foot, which was quite painful, but I could still walk normally. There was some pain when I exerted pressure, but I didn't think much of it, assuming it would gradually...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A impact to the sole of the foot can potentially result in fractures or contusions. Typically, if there is no fracture, improvement can be expected within one to two weeks. However, if there is no improvement after one month, it is advisable to consult a physician. You can schedu...[Read More] Understanding Foot Pain After an Accident: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL Tears and Recovery After a Car Accident
Knee fracture and anterior cruciate ligament tear due to a car accident, Dr. Si? Hello Dr. Shih, I was in a car accident last December, and I still cannot walk independently and need a walker. I have some concerns regarding the entire medical process conducted by the surgeon who ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
A cruciate ligament tear with an associated fracture that is non-displaced does not require surgical fixation. If there is displacement, surgery can be performed to stabilize the fracture. The issue with the ligament is not solely about treating instability, but rather addressing...[Read More] Understanding Knee Injuries: ACL Tears and Recovery After a Car Accident
Post-Surgery Foot Pain and Numbness After Femur Fracture: What to Expect
Post-operative foot pain and numbness after femoral fracture surgery? Doctor, I have a comminuted fracture in my thigh, and after the surgery, I've been experiencing numbness and tingling in my foot and toes (like an electric shock). The skin is also painful to the touch, an...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello: If you experience numbness and pain in the toes after a femoral fracture, there are usually two possibilities. One is nerve damage at the time of injury, and the other is reflex sympathetic dystrophy. It is advisable to visit an orthopedic outpatient clinic for further exa...[Read More] Post-Surgery Foot Pain and Numbness After Femur Fracture: What to Expect
Is Your Big Toe Pain a Sign of a Fracture?
Toe pain About one or two weeks ago, I stubbed my big toe, and over the past few days, I've been feeling some pain. Compared to my other big toe, it seems like I can't bend it down as much. Could this be a fracture?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If it is a fracture, there will be localized bruising and the pain will be more intense, and the toes may not be able to move normally. If there are concerns, it is advisable to get an X-ray.[Read More] Is Your Big Toe Pain a Sign of a Fracture?
Understanding Non-Displaced Fractures of the Right Pinky Toe
Closed fracture of the right little toe? Hello Doctor, my right foot's little toe has been cracked (non-displaced) for over four months now and has not healed. During my follow-up in March, Dr. Wu told me that I could walk as long as it didn't hurt. Today, during my re-...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
Hello, regarding your inquiry about "cracking," are you referring to a skin wound or a fracture? If it is a fracture, generally speaking, if there are no issues with infection, there should be initial healing within six weeks to three months. As long as there is no exce...[Read More] Understanding Non-Displaced Fractures of the Right Pinky Toe
Why Is My Pinky Toe Bone Protruding and How to Treat It?
The bone on the side of the little toe is becoming increasingly prominent? Hello, I have a question. My little toe's bone is becoming more prominent, and it hurts and gets red and swollen when I wear shoes. I didn't have this issue before. Is this a sign that the bone i...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Shoes should not be too small, especially the front part, which should be a bit wider. If that doesn't work, consider switching to flip-flops to avoid pressure on the little toe.[Read More] Why Is My Pinky Toe Bone Protruding and How to Treat It?
Post-Cast Recovery: Addressing Pain and Mobility Issues After a Fracture
Issues Following Cast Removal After Fracture Hello Doctor, two months ago I had a car accident and fractured the third metatarsal of my second toe. I was in a cast for six weeks, and when it was removed, there was still a small gap at the fracture site. The doctor said it would h...
Dr. Chen Yongxue Reply:
After applying a cast, joint stiffness is a common issue that is bound to occur. However, after the cast is removed, it is essential to engage in rehabilitation activities diligently and not to fear pain. The more consistently you rehabilitate, the lower the chance of stiffness. ...[Read More] Post-Cast Recovery: Addressing Pain and Mobility Issues After a Fracture
Understanding Recovery from a Broken Left Middle Toe: Pain and Swelling FAQs
Fracture of the left middle finger? Hello, I fell on March 7 and fractured my left middle toe. Initially, my left middle toe was bruised. On March 23, I had an X-ray, and the doctor said the bone is healing. The doctor advised me to soak it in warm water and perform range of moti...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling typically subsides in about six to twelve weeks, and the healing of fractures generally occurs within a similar timeframe. For toe fractures, the bones will heal in approximately the same duration. Continue with warm compresses without applying pressure, and you can move...[Read More] Understanding Recovery from a Broken Left Middle Toe: Pain and Swelling FAQs
Understanding Disc Herniation: Causes, Symptoms, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Herniated disc Hello, doctor. Since last July, I have experienced a problem after a game of pool. When I bent down to play and then stood up, I felt a sudden pain in my lower back on the right side. At that time, I didn't think much of it, and after sleeping, the pain was go...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is a lumbar disc herniation, it may compress the sciatic nerve, leading to symptoms that are not just lower back pain but pain in the buttocks that radiates down the back of the thigh and calf to the sole of the foot, accompanied by numbness. Symptoms may worsen when cou...[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation: Causes, Symptoms, and Non-Surgical Treatments
Recovery Tips for Dislocated Toe and Metatarsal Fractures After Injury
Dislocation of the left great toe and fractures of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th metatarsals? Doctor, I had a car accident that resulted in a dislocated left big toe and slight fractures of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th metatarsals. I underwent surgery to reduce the dislocation of the big toe an...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Swelling is normal; applying heat can be helpful. You can walk on your heels and perform up-and-down movements of the ankle and foot, as well as exercises for the joints of each toe.[Read More] Recovery Tips for Dislocated Toe and Metatarsal Fractures After Injury
Managing Flat Feet: Solutions for Military Personnel's Foot Pain
Flatfoot concerns? Hello, doctor. I am currently serving in the military. I previously underwent a physical examination where flatfoot was detected, but I forgot to ask about the degree of severity. Later, I went to a military hospital for another check-up, and the measurements w...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
When wearing shoes, you can add insoles to achieve a more normal arch curvature of the foot.[Read More] Managing Flat Feet: Solutions for Military Personnel's Foot Pain
Understanding Sciatica: Is Numbness in Toes a Symptom?
Sciatica Hello doctor, for the past two weeks, the toes on my feet, except for the big toe, have been experiencing a tingling sensation. A neurologist reviewed my X-rays and mentioned that there is an issue with the fifth lumbar vertebra, which is causing sciatica. However, aside...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Sciatica typically refers to the symptoms caused by compression of the spinal nerves in the lumbar region, often due to bone spurs or herniated discs. This condition is characterized by pain that radiates from the lower back down the posterior thigh to the calf or sole of the foo...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Is Numbness in Toes a Symptom?
Feeling a Foreign Object in Your Toe: When to Seek Medical Help
Stepping on internal structures of the foot? Hello, since I returned from my trip to Tainan on February 5th, I have been experiencing a sensation in my right foot's big toe as if I am stepping on a foreign object while walking (I walked a lot during my three days in Tainan)....
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
It may be tendonitis, so you should consider consulting an orthopedic doctor.[Read More] Feeling a Foreign Object in Your Toe: When to Seek Medical Help
Essential Care Tips for Managing Your Surgical Pin Wound
How to care for a wound from a steel nail? Hello doctor, my big toe had an exposed steel pin inserted last December, and it was removed in January. When I went to the rehabilitation clinic for therapy, they said my scab wouldn't fall off on its own and needed to be manually ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
For wounds near bone screws, it is sufficient to clean the area with saline solution and keep it dry. Scabbing is normal and does not need to be forcibly removed; it can be allowed to fall off naturally. If the area around the bone screw is clean, there is no cause for concern.[Read More] Essential Care Tips for Managing Your Surgical Pin Wound
Managing Adhesions in the Big Toe After Severe Injury: Risks and Solutions
Adhesion of the flexor tendon of the big toe? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about a situation. After a car accident, I suffered severe lacerations and subsequently underwent suturing and skin grafting. Although the wounds healed, I developed significant adhesion of the t...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there is tendon adhesion, it can be assessed to determine if the surgical risk is not too high.[Read More] Managing Adhesions in the Big Toe After Severe Injury: Risks and Solutions
Addressing Stiffness and Pain in the Big Toe After Injury
Issues with the angles of the toe joints and the ankle? Hello doctor, I had surgery after a car accident last December. My foot was in a cast, and I had a pin inserted in my big toe. I had the cast and pin removed in January and have been continuing rehabilitation. My toe feels s...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If the skin has completely healed, you can apply heat or soak in warm water before rehabilitation. This may help reduce swelling and gradually improve the condition.[Read More] Addressing Stiffness and Pain in the Big Toe After Injury
Recovery Timeline and Rehabilitation After a Fourth Metatarsal Fracture
Fourth metatarsal fracture Hello doctor, I have a fracture of the fourth metatarsal in my right foot and a dislocated little toe due to a car accident. I underwent surgery where two screws were inserted. How long does it typically take to remove the screws (from what can be seen ...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Screw fixation for metatarsal fractures can be removed after approximately 4-6 weeks; however, one must wait for the fracture to heal before walking normally. Once the screw is removed and the wound has healed, hot water therapy rehabilitation can begin. The little toe can gradua...[Read More] Recovery Timeline and Rehabilitation After a Fourth Metatarsal Fracture
Understanding Bunions: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Doctor, is it hallux valgus? What should be the treatment? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my mother's foot. There is a protrusion at the joint near her big toe, causing what should be a smooth foot shape to bulge outward near the big toe and then curve back in tow...
Dr. Hong Ximing Reply:
Based on your description, it appears to be hallux valgus. If the angle is greater than 30 degrees, there are indications for surgical correction. If the symptoms are severe, it may compress the second toe, and surgical intervention would be necessary for correction.[Read More] Understanding Bunions: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Pain and Nerve Issues in Clubfoot Patients
Clubfoot with neurological involvement I am a patient with clubfoot, and I have thick calluses near the base of my little toe that are painful. Why is that? My nerves also twitch; why is that? The tendon behind my ankle also cramps; why is that?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Joint deformities can cause the ligaments and muscles around the joint to be stretched, leading to pain or cramping. Heat therapy or medication can help manage the discomfort. Additionally, it may be beneficial to consult a physician to determine if physical therapy is needed or ...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Nerve Issues in Clubfoot Patients