Is My Foot Condition Flat Feet? Understanding Symptoms and Rehab Options
Could you please clarify if this is considered flatfoot? In appearance, my feet can be classified as "flexible flatfoot," and I have had issues with standing for long periods or walking or running for extended durations since childhood (due to pain in my knees and calve...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your question: Flat feet generally do not affect standing or running unless the condition is very severe. Based on your description (accompanied by knee and calf pain), there may be other underlying issues contributing to your symptoms. It is recommended that you v...[Read More] Is My Foot Condition Flat Feet? Understanding Symptoms and Rehab Options
Managing Persistent Ankle and Thumb Pain: A Guide for Recovery
Swelling and pain in the ankle and swelling and pain in the thumb? My mother is 56 years old. Initially, she experienced swelling and pain in her ankle, which later spread to her thumb and shoulder. She went to the hospital for examination and had an X-ray of her ankle. A doctor ...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Your mother is 56 years old and initially experienced swelling and pain in her ankle, which later extended to her thumb and shoulder. After visiting the hospital for examinations and an X-ray of her ankle, a doctor mentioned that there are bone spurs, advised her to walk less, di...[Read More] Managing Persistent Ankle and Thumb Pain: A Guide for Recovery
Understanding Intermittent Ankle Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Intermittent ankle pain? The ankle experiences intermittent pain, sometimes occurring while walking, and at other times, there is no pain. It feels somewhat like a sprain, but the discomfort is located deeper inside. The pain has been persistent for a long time, specifically at t...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your question: If there is no clear history of sports injury or ankle sprain, and the symptoms persist for a period of time, further X-ray examination or musculoskeletal ultrasound should be conducted to determine the underlying cause. It is recommended to follow u...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Ankle Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Muscle Hardening and Indentation After Thigh Injury
After a thigh injury from a car accident, a large area of muscle appears sunken and has formed a hard lump? Dear Dr. Chen, I would like to ask about my mother: she was in a car accident last year where her thigh was crushed by a motorcycle, resulting in swelling and bruising. Ho...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Xiaomi, Regarding the issue you raised, the general approach to managing an injury is as follows: 1. Rest is the best treatment. Immediately stop any movement of the injured area to avoid further irritation and damage. 2. Do not massage the injured area, especially around...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Hardening and Indentation After Thigh Injury
Understanding Flat Feet in Children: Concerns and Solutions
Pediatric flatfoot issues Dear Dr. Hsu, Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I have two daughters, aged 6 and 5. My elder daughter has a tendency for her feet to turn outward when standing, and she has an ankle misalignment with a high arch. My younger daughter doe...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Jie, The ages of 2 to 8 are critical for the development of children's arches and represent the best opportunity for correction. After the age of 10, as the arches become established, it is advisable to use functional insoles to reduce the mechanical imbalance ca...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet in Children: Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Flat Feet: Concerns and Solutions for Better Foot Health
Flatfoot and pes planus? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I am 179 cm tall and weigh 90 kg, and I have hereditary flat feet, as both my grandmother and grandfather had the same condition. I would like to ask you: 1. If I do not use any aids or corrective measures but frequently walk long distan...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Mr. Hulk: Individuals with flat feet experience eversion of the forefoot due to the collapse of the arch, resulting in a wider foot because of the loss of the transverse arch. During walking, the pressure is often more medially distributed compared to the average person, le...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Concerns and Solutions for Better Foot Health
Understanding Muscle Fibrosis After Ankle Injury: Recovery Insights
Muscle fibrosis It has been 5 months since the car accident, and I have a fibula fracture (slight crack) and a torn deltoid ligament. The internal fixation screws have been removed. I would like to ask about some areas on the muscles of my foot that feel a bit swollen and hard (c...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Miss Lingling, Regarding your question, since I cannot ascertain your exact condition, I can only provide a general explanation. It is normal for certain areas of the skin to feel numb after surgery because some sensory nerves beneath the skin may be severed during the proc...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Fibrosis After Ankle Injury: Recovery Insights
Managing Disc Herniation: Rehabilitation Strategies for Pain Relief
Herniated disc Hello, since the beginning of this year (93), I have been experiencing symptoms of pain in my lower back and arms. I have undergone numerous examinations at local hospitals, and the results have been consistent (diagnosed by physicians from three different hospital...
Dr. Guan Zaoxiang Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the diagnosis of a herniated disc is undoubtedly confirmed. However, despite having undergone surgery, you still experience discomfort. This may be due to prolonged compression of the nerve roots, resulting in limited postoperative recovery; alte...[Read More] Managing Disc Herniation: Rehabilitation Strategies for Pain Relief
Understanding Calf Weakness: Causes and Solutions for Technicians
Weakness in the calf? I am a technician in a science park and I need to stand for 10 hours at work. For the past month, I have been experiencing weakness in my calves, especially when trying to stand up after squatting. Sometimes, even just after squatting, I find it difficult to...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Prolonged standing can lead to (1) lumbar disc herniation, which may compress nerve roots, causing symptoms, and (2) poor venous and lymphatic return in the lower extremities. 2. Both of these conditions can contribute to the issues you described. 3. Please perform exercises...[Read More] Understanding Calf Weakness: Causes and Solutions for Technicians
Rehabilitation Options for Patients with Cerebellar Atrophy
Cerebellar atrophy Hello! My father has issues related to cerebellar atrophy. He is currently still able to walk, but his movements are becoming increasingly slow. I would like to know if there are rehabilitation programs available for patients with cerebellar atrophy. Thank you ...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Olivia, For patients with cerebellar atrophy, most will experience ataxia, which manifests as clumsiness or poor coordination affecting areas such as the hands and fingers, arms, legs, and even the entire body. Additionally, there may be impacts on speech and eye movement. ...[Read More] Rehabilitation Options for Patients with Cerebellar Atrophy
Addressing Muscle Atrophy: Rehabilitation Strategies for Limb Discrepancy
Muscle atrophy Hello doctor, I have a congenital deformity in my left foot. I underwent a muscle lengthening procedure when I was younger. Currently, there is slight muscle atrophy in my left calf, and it is still about 2 cm smaller in circumference compared to my right calf. I w...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
A-Hsin: Hello! I underwent muscle lengthening surgery when I was young. Currently, I have mild muscle atrophy in my left calf, and the circumference of my left calf is still about 2 cm smaller than my right calf. I would like to know how long it has been since your surgery. The l...[Read More] Addressing Muscle Atrophy: Rehabilitation Strategies for Limb Discrepancy
Can You Correct In-Toeing and Visible Veins in Your 20s?
Walking with an inward toeing gait? Since childhood, I have walked with an inward toeing gait, and sometimes people mistake my walking for having foot pain (limping). I often trip over myself as well. I am now 26 years old; is it possible to correct this? Additionally, every vein...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Ms. Amiko, There are many causes of in-toeing, which can stem from issues in the foot, ankle, knee, hip joint, or even the pelvis. Leg length discrepancy is one of the common reasons for a limping gait and can lead to compensatory in-toeing or out-toeing in one foot due to ...[Read More] Can You Correct In-Toeing and Visible Veins in Your 20s?
How to Buy Corrective Shoes for Flat Feet: Tips and Local Stores in Hualien
Flatfoot How to purchase corrective shoes for flat feet, and what should be taken into consideration? Are there specialized stores for this in Hualien?
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello, How can I purchase corrective shoes for flat feet, and what should I pay attention to? It's not just the shoes that are important; make sure the heel support is firm enough to accommodate special insoles, which help maintain the correct position of the ankle. The mo...[Read More] How to Buy Corrective Shoes for Flat Feet: Tips and Local Stores in Hualien
Understanding Ankle Dislocation Recovery: Expert Insights and Treatment Tips
Chiropractors and Ankle Dislocations Three weeks ago, I slipped while jumping to receive a shuttlecock during badminton. Both sides of my ankle are slightly swollen, and I can feel a bit of bone protruding when I touch it. It seems to have rolled inward. When I went to change the...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello, in response to your questions: 1. Since we do not know the ingredients of the topical medication, we cannot assess its efficacy. 2. Your condition has progressed to the chronic stage; applying heat can help improve blood circulation, but it should be based on the extent...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Dislocation Recovery: Expert Insights and Treatment Tips
Understanding Achilles Tendon Pain After Injury: Is Rehab Necessary?
Foot scalpel Recently, I was involved in a car accident that resulted in a "rolled ankle" and also caused a fracture. The bone healed in a little over a month, but after the cast was removed, my foot is still swollen. The doctor said it will gradually reduce in swelling...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: If your ankle joint is still swollen and you are experiencing pain in the Achilles tendon, it is advisable to follow up with an outpatient clinic to monitor the progression of your condition. Based on your description, this is not simply joint stiffness following cast immo...[Read More] Understanding Achilles Tendon Pain After Injury: Is Rehab Necessary?
Managing Muscle Pain After Ankle Fracture Surgery: Can Pain Relief Patches Help?
Fracture I recently fractured my right ankle, underwent surgery, and will need to have the steel pins removed in a year. It's been about two weeks since my cast was removed, and I am experiencing muscle soreness and tightness. Can I use pain relief patches to help alleviate ...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, pain relief patches are effective for alleviating localized muscle soreness, but they have limited effects on tightness and restricted joint mobility. It is primarily necessary to combine them with rehabilitation therapy. Options such as hydro...[Read More] Managing Muscle Pain After Ankle Fracture Surgery: Can Pain Relief Patches Help?
Understanding Flat Feet: Symptoms, Concerns, and Consequences
Questions about flat feet? Recently, my classmates have been undergoing physical examinations, and I'm unsure if I have flat feet. While the issue of military service is secondary, I sometimes notice my feet rolling outward when I walk. It's not too bad when the force i...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I am unclear why flat feet attract so much attention. Your issues may not be related to flat feet; individuals without flat feet can also experience these problems. We have seen some elderly individuals with flat feet who have spent their lives working hard in the fields without ...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Symptoms, Concerns, and Consequences
Understanding Ankle Sprains: Recovery Challenges and Treatment Options
Ankle sprain Hello Doctor: In mid-November last year, I accidentally missed a step while going downstairs, and my right ankle immediately swelled up. At that time, I asked a colleague to help me apply ice, and later that evening, I went to an orthopedic doctor who took an X-ray a...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
It shouldn't be like this; even with a fracture, it should have healed in three months. The initial swelling and bruising indicate that the injury was quite severe. The spread of bruising is just blood that has pooled under the skin and moved to other areas; this does not si...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Sprains: Recovery Challenges and Treatment Options
Effective Rehabilitation Techniques for Sports Injuries and Pain Relief
Hydrotherapy Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you a few questions! 1. In middle school, I sprained my left ankle while playing basketball, which caused swelling. After undergoing rehabilitation and traditional Chinese medicine treatment, my condition improved, but since it was...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello! Soaking your ankles in hot water can help relieve pain, and from a theoretical standpoint, it is a form of superficial heat therapy. I recommend soaking in warm water, as this will provide a more even effect across the ankle area. Use water at approximately 40 degrees Cels...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Techniques for Sports Injuries and Pain Relief
Understanding Ankle Pain: Chronic Tendonitis and Treatment Options
Ankle pain Hello, Dr. Pan... About three years ago, while playing basketball, I landed on my left foot and accidentally stepped on someone else's foot, resulting in an ankle inversion injury. I had an X-ray at that time, and although there was no major issue, I was part of t...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
1. First, assume that your jogging posture is correct and that you have adequately warmed up and stretched (if not, please make adjustments). 2. Generally, if you have previously experienced a more severe sprain that was not properly managed at the time, you may encounter the fol...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Pain: Chronic Tendonitis and Treatment Options