Simple Exercises to Relieve Neck Tension for Machine Operators
How to relieve neck tension? Hello, Director: May I ask what simple exercises can be done by workers who operate machinery for long periods to relieve neck tension? Thank you for your response!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. Start with isometric neck exercises, using your palm as a guide to push your head in the "forward, backward, and side-to-side" directions while keeping your neck still. Hold each direction ...[Read More] Simple Exercises to Relieve Neck Tension for Machine Operators
Relieving Sciatica Pain: Effective Solutions for Office Workers
Sciatica? Hello Director Chen! I sit for 8 hours a day at work, and for many years I have often experienced lower back pain. A friend mentioned that I might have issues with my sciatic nerve. What would be the best way to address this troublesome issue? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. Sciatic nerve pain can cause numbness in the lower limbs; during the acute phase, it is advisable to apply ice and take pain relief medication. 2. You may visit a rehabilitation specialist for evalua...[Read More] Relieving Sciatica Pain: Effective Solutions for Office Workers
Effective Home Remedies for Persistent Shoulder Blade Pain
Back pain Hello Director Chen, I have pain at the lower end of my scapula. I have undergone rehabilitation, and during SSP electrical therapy, it feels very comfortable when applied to the pain point. However, after returning home, the pain fluctuates. When I touch the area, I ca...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. You may be experiencing symptoms of small joint protrusion. In addition to electrotherapy, chiropractic treatment could be considered. 2. At home, you can apply heat and use topical ointments, as well as...[Read More] Effective Home Remedies for Persistent Shoulder Blade Pain
Can Rehabilitation Help Relieve Persistent Lower Back Pain?
Lumbar traction Hello Director Chen! I previously experienced lower back pain due to a cold, and even though I have recovered from the cold, I still have lower back pain. Can this condition be addressed by the rehabilitation department? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. A common cold can exacerbate back pain. 2. You may consider visiting a rehabilitation specialist to check for lumbar disc herniation. Generally, treatment may include heat therapy and electrical stim...[Read More] Can Rehabilitation Help Relieve Persistent Lower Back Pain?
Understanding Reverse Exercises for Calf Pain Relief: Expert Insights
Regarding reverse motion? Hello, Director: I have been experiencing calf soreness, and during shortwave therapy, it felt very comfortable. The therapist taught me to perform reverse foot exercises at home by pressing my foot against the back of a chair and pushing it upward with ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss Zhu Jun: This is Nantou Hospital. I am responding to your questions and providing suggestions. 1. For muscle soreness, you can start with a warm water soak or apply a heat pack. 2. Begin with exercises for the antagonist muscles, such as moderate strength exercises...[Read More] Understanding Reverse Exercises for Calf Pain Relief: Expert Insights
Understanding Spinal Disc Herniation: Treatment Options and Recovery Tips
Spinal disc herniation? Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing persistent pain in my left lower back for a long time. It worsens after even slight physical activity or poor posture, lasting for several days. Today, I visited Kaohsiung Municipal United Hospital for an X-ray, and ...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: I believe your issue is "lumbar disc herniation." Between the vertebrae, there are intervertebral discs that serve as cushioning support. When these discs are subjected to excessive force or undergo degeneration due to aging, they can herniate, potentially compre...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Disc Herniation: Treatment Options and Recovery Tips
Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Why Sleep Over 4 Hours Hurts
Sleeping for more than four hours causes discomfort in the lower back? Hello, Vice Dean Zheng: My husband has been experiencing severe back pain since early November last year. Whenever he sleeps for more than four hours, he wakes up with intense pain, as if a nerve is being comp...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your question: Since your symptom description is quite rare, generally speaking, if the pain occurs only when lying flat or at night, it is important to pay special attention to the possibility of an autoimmune disease or other less common conditions. I recommend t...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Back Pain: Why Sleep Over 4 Hours Hurts
Magnetic Field Therapy: Who Can Benefit from This Rehabilitation Treatment?
Magnetic field therapy Dear Expert: What types of rehabilitation patients can benefit from magnetic field therapy? Can my mother, who experiences soreness in her limbs, lower back pain, and difficulty sleeping, use this treatment? Thank you for your response!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Ms. Midi: Here are my responses to your questions and suggestions: 1. If general electrical therapy and heat therapy do not improve soreness, consider magnetic field therapy. 2. The magnetic field can adjust the treatment frequency; low frequency is suitable for treating insomnia...[Read More] Magnetic Field Therapy: Who Can Benefit from This Rehabilitation Treatment?
Understanding Rehabilitation: Heat Therapy and Neck Treatment Guidelines
Rehabilitation issues? Hello, Director! My mother went for rehabilitation, and she got a burn with blisters from an overheating hot pack. Her neck is now being treated with infrared light. I would like to ask if it is necessary to use the infrared light for a full 15 minutes befo...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. A heat pack or infrared therapy for ten minutes is sufficient; adequate flexibility and circulation are achieved without needing 15 to 20 minutes. 2. Once the heat dissipates, the effect may diminish slightly, but the flexibility remains, and traction is still effective.[Read More] Understanding Rehabilitation: Heat Therapy and Neck Treatment Guidelines
Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Rehabilitation Specialist
Back pain Hello, Director: I have back pain that makes it difficult to sit or stand. An internist injected a muscle relaxant, but it only provided relief for half a day, and the pain has persisted for a week. May I see a rehabilitation specialist? If so, what types of treatments ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. You can perform hot compresses and acupressure on the lumbar and leg points (located at the fourth and fifth metacarpal bones on the back of the hand) at home. 2. You may visit the rehabilitation department for deep tissue treatments, such as shortwave diathermy, interferentia...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Rehabilitation Specialist
Is Jaw Clenching Normal During Neck Rehabilitation?
Rehabilitation process Hello, Director Chen! During rehabilitation, after pulling my neck for a few minutes, I experienced grinding of my teeth and significant jaw tremors. Is this normal? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) This indicates poor cervical traction angle; the therapist should first stop the traction or press the safety switch to halt it. (2) A towel can be placed at the back of the neck to improve the angle, using comfort of the bite as a measure. (3) If adjustments fail or if the p...[Read More] Is Jaw Clenching Normal During Neck Rehabilitation?
Effective Device Treatments for Insomnia: A Rehabilitation Perspective
Insomnia issues Hello Director Chen: Long-term insomnia affects my quality of life, and the sedatives I take are becoming increasingly stronger. I feel very groggy the next morning, which is quite bothersome. Are there any device-based treatments for insomnia? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) The rehabilitation department has a magnetic field therapy device that can be adjusted to low frequencies for treatment, as its frequency is close to brain waves, making it effective for insomnia. (2) For those who tend to overthink, it is advisable to consult a psychiatrist ...[Read More] Effective Device Treatments for Insomnia: A Rehabilitation Perspective
Managing Right Thigh Muscle Cramps After Driving: Expert Advice
Right leg cramping pain? Hello Director Chen: Recently, I have been experiencing muscle cramps in my right thigh after driving, which sometimes lasts for a long time and occurs intermittently. What should I do if this happens while I am driving on the highway? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) It is possible that prolonged sitting has led to a lumbar intervertebral disc herniation, which compresses the sciatic nerve and causes pain. Additionally, excessive stretching of the thigh and actions such as braking may result in muscle soreness. (2) It is important to unde...[Read More] Managing Right Thigh Muscle Cramps After Driving: Expert Advice
Understanding Buttock Pain: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Pain in the buttocks? My mom has recently mentioned that she experiences pain below her buttocks, which sometimes extends to her thigh muscles and causes soreness. What could this be a symptom of, and which department should she visit? Thank you.
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, A-Ling. Regarding your inquiry about your mother's pain originating from the lower back and radiating to the thigh muscles, if the pain is in the posterior thigh muscles, it may be early-stage lumbar spondylosis compressing the sciatic nerve, leading to sciatica. Addi...[Read More] Understanding Buttock Pain: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Is It a Lumbar Injury?
Lower back pain? Recently, I have been experiencing frequent pain in the area below my back and above my buttocks. Sometimes, when I lie on my back while sleeping, I feel even more discomfort due to pressure. Additionally, when I sit up straight, it feels like there is pressure o...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I apologize for missing your question. The most common cause of your issue is likely due to poor posture, and I believe it is not significantly related to your injury from two years ago (if it were, you would likely be experiencing ongoing pain rather than recent onset; even with...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Is It a Lumbar Injury?
Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Flatfoot Hello, doctor! I would like to ask you a question. I suspect that I have flat feet, as I experience discomfort and even numbness in my feet after squatting for a short period. Is this treatable? I have to undergo a physical examination for military service next month, an...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. You can go to a military hospital (such as Taichung 803, Taoyuan 804, or Kaohsiung 802) or a public hospital for an orthopedic examination, which requires an X-ray (lateral view). The X-ray should focus on the navicular bone, measuring the angle formed by a line drawn from the...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery
Lower back pain? Hello, Director Chen! Recently, I've been experiencing lower back pain. I had an X-ray done, which showed no bone spurs or other issues. However, when I wake up, I have to slowly turn over and gradually pull myself up to sit on the edge of the bed, then slow...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Regularly perform flexibility exercises for the back muscles, such as the Williams exercise, by hugging one knee to the chest and holding for 10 seconds; then hug the other knee and hold for another 10 seconds. Alternate between each knee for a total of 10 repetitions, and the...[Read More] Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain: Tips for Relief and Recovery
Understanding Occasional Sounds in the Back of the Head: Should You Worry?
Issues with the occipital region? Hello, Doctor: My blood pressure is normal, and I have always been healthy. However, in the past six months, I occasionally hear a clear "pop" sound in the back of my head when I look up or stand up, and sometimes it feels a bit startli...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. The sound may be from tendons or ligaments and is not necessarily a precursor to a stroke. 2. Strokes often do not have clear warning signs; it is important to monitor blood pressure, blood lipids, and cholesterol levels. Sudden loss of vision is a significant warning sign of ...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Sounds in the Back of the Head: Should You Worry?
Effective Rehabilitation Treatments for Back Pain Beyond Waist Support
About waist circumference? Hello, Doctor! I have been experiencing lower back pain, and my physician advised me to wear a lumbar support belt. It felt comfortable at first, but after less than two hours, I developed a skin allergy on my lower back, which is quite frustrating. Are...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Wearing a cotton garment underneath the waist support can help prevent irritation. 2. Consider purchasing softer and more comfortable waist supports from abroad, which offer better angles and quality materials. 3. For skin allergies, wash with clean water (warm water) without ...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Treatments for Back Pain Beyond Waist Support
Effective Solutions for Sudden Left Lower Back Pain
Left flank pain? Hello, Dr. Chen! I suddenly experienced pain in my left lower back while standing, and it still hurts when I sit down or lie down. I tried applying heat and using a topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, but the relief lasts only about 30 minutes before th...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. It may be due to lumbar disc herniation and overuse of the lumbar muscles. 2. You can visit the rehabilitation department for heat therapy and lumbar traction, and obtain educational pamphlets to learn how to perform exercises and stretches for the lumbar and back muscles. 3. ...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Sudden Left Lower Back Pain