How to Handle a Sudden Back Injury While Swimming
Strained lower back? Hello Director Chen! I accidentally strained my back while swimming, and I'm feeling very uncomfortable and restless. What is the best way to handle this situation? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. It is possible that you did not warm up before engaging in fast swimming, which can lead to lower back pain. 2. During the acute phase, apply ice and rest; take a break from activities. 3. You may ta...[Read More] How to Handle a Sudden Back Injury While Swimming
Understanding Right Side Lower Back Pain: Causes and Prevention Tips
Right flank pain? Hello, Director Chen! I have been experiencing pain in the lower right back, just above the pelvis, and in the muscles around the right rib cage for the past couple of days. The pain is so severe that I cannot sit or lie on my right side. Could this pain be rela...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses to your questions along with some suggestions: 1. Typing for extended periods or maintaining an incorrect posture can lead to back pain and tension. Your symptoms are likely due to overuse of the lumbar muscles. 2. ...[Read More] Understanding Right Side Lower Back Pain: Causes and Prevention Tips
Understanding 10-Degree Scoliosis: Treatment Options for Back Pain
Scoliosis of 10 degrees? Hello doctor, I have a leg length discrepancy. An orthopedic doctor said I have a 10-degree scoliosis based on an X-ray, and I often experience back pain. What treatment options are available? Should I wear a brace?
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. Regarding the management principles for scoliosis based on the Cobb angle: If the Cobb angle is below 20 degrees, treatment typically involves heat therapy combined with rehabilitation exercis...[Read More] Understanding 10-Degree Scoliosis: Treatment Options for Back Pain
Benefits of Leg Hug Exercises for Seniors: Addressing Flexibility Concerns
Leg Hug Exercise Hello, doctor! My mother, who is 55 years old, does leg-hugging exercises in the morning before getting up, but she is unable to touch her chest with her legs, whether doing it with one leg or both. She would like to know if her age is too old for this exercise. ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. The flexibility exercise of pulling the legs to the chest is intended to stretch the muscles of the lower back. This muscle group can become shortened and painful due to aging, strains, or prolonged po...[Read More] Benefits of Leg Hug Exercises for Seniors: Addressing Flexibility Concerns
Understanding Unexplained Back Pain and Mysterious Injuries
Lower back pain with unexplained ankle sprain? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my lower back, which has been feeling very sore whenever I sit down. However, when I stand up or lie down, the pain goes away! A few days ago, when I woke up, I noticed that my foot was inexpl...
Dr. Jian Jincheng Reply:
Please visit the rehabilitation department or orthopedic clinic for medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Back Pain and Mysterious Injuries
Managing Neck and Lower Back Pain: Effective Rehabilitation Strategies
Neck pain and lower back pain? Hello, doctor! I attend rehabilitation sessions regularly from Monday to Friday, where I undergo 15 minutes of SSP electrical therapy each time. However, I am troubled by the fact that the pain in my lower back often transitions from a dull ache to ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. For SSP electrotherapy, you can adjust the dosage and frequency; using a higher frequency of less than 150 Hz may provide better pain relief. 2. You may have symptoms of thoracic intervertebral...[Read More] Managing Neck and Lower Back Pain: Effective Rehabilitation Strategies
Managing Ankle Injuries After a Fall: Expert Advice for Recovery
Trip or stumble? Hello, Dr. Chen! This morning, while walking with my mother, she tripped over a sidewalk tile and quickly fell to her knees. At over 60 years old, she was unable to get back up. I was hesitant to pull her up, and afterward, she told me her knee hurt a lot and had...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. Kneeling and tripping can potentially strain the ligaments and tendons in the front of the ankle, including the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus. 2. ...[Read More] Managing Ankle Injuries After a Fall: Expert Advice for Recovery
Managing Knee Pain: Tips for Supporting Your Active Parent
Knee swelling and pain? Hello, doctor! My mother is 66 years old. A few years ago, she experienced swelling and pain in both knees. After several months of rehabilitation, the doctor recommended taking glucosamine, which she has been taking for a long time. Her condition improved...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here are my suggestions in response to your question: 1. Regarding medications, in addition to Fuzhengmei, you may consider supplementation with Glucosamine and Chondroitin. 2. Start with stretching exercises for the legs, using a forward lung...[Read More] Managing Knee Pain: Tips for Supporting Your Active Parent
Protecting Your Health: Tips for Hairstylists to Prevent Occupational Injuries
Occupational disease Hello Director Chen: I have been working in hair design for 17 years. My job involves standing for long periods and constantly using a hairdryer. Over time, I occasionally experience difficulty standing or lifting the hairdryer, but I have noticed that many o...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. In the hairdressing industry, the most common complaints are lower back pain, shoulder pain, and elbow pain. 2. Before and after work each day, it is advisable to perform stretching and muscle training ...[Read More] Protecting Your Health: Tips for Hairstylists to Prevent Occupational Injuries
Sit-Up Standards: Evolution of Techniques in Rehabilitation and Fitness
Sit-up Hello, Director Chen! In the past, during physical education classes, teachers required that the knees remain straight during sit-ups. Now, the fitness tests allow for bending the knees. Has the standard changed over time? Which method is correct? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, ma'am: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. When performing sit-ups, keeping the knees straight places significant strain on the back, increasing the risk of injury. Therefore, current fitness assessments require the knees to be bent, ...[Read More] Sit-Up Standards: Evolution of Techniques in Rehabilitation and Fitness
Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep Posture
Rib pain Hello, doctor! Today when I woke up, I felt a lot of pain near the ribs on my left lower back close to the waist, and the muscles around the ribs also hurt. I can't tell if it's the ribs or muscle pain. A physician once advised me to sleep on my right side, whi...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide some recommendations: 1. It may be costochondritis or a herniated intervertebral disc in the lower thoracic region (T8 to T12), with pain that presents in a band-like pattern extending to ...[Read More] Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep Posture
Managing Lower Back Pain and Leg Numbness: Rehabilitation Options
Lower back pain with leg numbness? Hello Doctor: My mother often experiences pain below her waist and frequently has numbness in her legs. A friend suggested she try acupuncture with traditional Chinese medicine, but she is concerned about potential issues with needles. Can physi...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some recommendations: 1. The numbness in your lower limbs may be caused by lumbar degenerative arthritis or intervertebral disc herniation, which compresses the lumbar nerve roots. 2. The rehabi...[Read More] Managing Lower Back Pain and Leg Numbness: Rehabilitation Options
Simple Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain from Lifting Heavy Objects
Shoulder pain Hello, Director Chen! I often lift heavy objects with my hands and sometimes with my shoulders, which has resulted in shoulder pain that feels overwhelming. A friend taught me to sit on a chair and use both hands to lift myself up, raising my body above the seat, bu...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Rest is the most important; avoid overusing the same muscle group. 2. You can perform pendulum exercises: let the upper limb hang naturally and swing in various directions (forward and backward, in circl...[Read More] Simple Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain from Lifting Heavy Objects
Understanding Morning Lower Back Stiffness: Causes and Solutions
Lumbar stiffness Dear Dr. Chen: Every morning when I wake up, my lower back feels stiff, and I can't bend down. It takes about thirty minutes of movement for it to ease up. What could be the problem, and how can I resolve it?
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: 1. Thank you for your question. The insufficient support of the bed is causing excessive contraction of the back muscles, which leads to stiffness upon waking. 2. If you switch to an ergonomic bed with good support and still experience this issue, you should consid...[Read More] Understanding Morning Lower Back Stiffness: Causes and Solutions
Is Flatfoot the Real Cause of My Daughter's Walking Issues?
Is it really all caused by flat feet? My daughter is ten years old. When she was three, she couldn't walk well and would cry from foot pain after walking for a while. She often fell down, and her walking posture was strange. After undergoing various assessments in early inte...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I apologize for the delay in responding due to the consecutive holidays. My child is in second grade. When he was in kindergarten, a rehabilitation department from a nearby hospital screened for flatfoot at his school, and my son was diagnosed with flat feet. His teacher, knowing...[Read More] Is Flatfoot the Real Cause of My Daughter's Walking Issues?
Understanding Discomfort After Lumbar Stretching: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain Hello Director Chen! I have been undergoing rehabilitation for over four months now, and I have noticed significant benefits from interferential current therapy and shortwave therapy. However, I am struggling with lumbar stretching; for the past two weeks, I have ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here is a response to your question along with some suggestions: 1. It may be due to muscle stiffness in the lower back and excessive traction force. If it lasts only for three to four days, it is generally not a concern; however, if it persis...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort After Lumbar Stretching: Causes and Solutions
Tips to Prevent Swollen Calves for Office Workers
Individuals with sedentary jobs Hello Director Chen! I am a postal worker and I sit for 8 hours a day. My calves often swell, and I cannot get up to stretch and relieve the tension in my muscles. Please advise on what I can do to prevent my calves from swelling while at work. Tha...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello Miss Qianqian: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. You can visit the rehabilitation department to obtain some educational pamphlets that provide guidance on exercises for individuals who work while seated. These include stretching exercises...[Read More] Tips to Prevent Swollen Calves for Office Workers
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Aging Issues
Lower back pain? Hello, Doctor! Recently, after squatting for 2 to 3 minutes, I find it difficult to stand up immediately due to a sudden ache in my lower back. Is this a sign of aging? How can I improve this condition? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. It may be due to lumbar degeneration or tightness in the back muscles. 2. At home, you can apply heat therapy and perform some flexibility stretching exercises, such as lying on your back and hugging you...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions for Aging Issues
Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Lower Back Pain Relief
Low back pain Hello Director Chen: I am a laborer who lifts heavy objects every day. While rushing to meet deadlines, I strained my lower back and now I am in so much pain that I can't stand up straight, and my upper back is also hurting. A friend of mine with a similar cond...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your question. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. During the acute phase, you should avoid bending at the waist. Only consider bending after the acute phase has passed. 2. When lifting heavy objects, it is advisable to wear a supportive back b...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Lower Back Pain Relief
Understanding Foot Pain: Causes and Solutions for Runners
Foot pain Hello, Director Chen! I have been walking and jogging every morning for several years. Today, after finishing my run and walking back home, I suddenly felt pain in the sole of my left foot, which made me drag my feet on the way back. What could be wrong? How should I ha...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your question and suggestions. 1. It may be a condition of overuse or sprain of the ankle or dorsal foot muscles. Possible causes include insufficient warm-up of joint activities, excessive running distance, and inappropriate footwear or loose shoelaces...[Read More] Understanding Foot Pain: Causes and Solutions for Runners