Can You Stretch Your Back and Neck at the Same Time?
Can you stretch your lower back and neck at the same time? Hello, Doctor: Due to X-ray exposure, the intervertebral disc spaces in my lumbar and cervical spine are somewhat narrowed in certain areas. Therefore, the rehabilitation physician advised me to undergo physical therapy, ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Treatment methods are not universally applicable or inapplicable, as each patient's condition is different. The appropriate treatment should be determined by the attending physician based on the actual clinical evaluation.[Read More] Can You Stretch Your Back and Neck at the Same Time?
Understanding Neck Pain and Other Symptoms After Exercise: When to Seek Help
Neck pain after exercise, left side neck strain, persistent ear pressure, temporary vision loss, and pain in the back of the head? I have been trying to lose weight by doing strength training and aerobic exercises for about an hour each day. After two or three days, I started exp...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to promptly visit a neurologist to examine the condition of the intracranial blood vessels.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Other Symptoms After Exercise: When to Seek Help
Understanding Neck Sounds: When to Seek Medical Advice for Your Child
Sound near the back of the neck, close to the occipital region when tilting the head backward? Hello doctor, today while playing catch with my child, I tilted my head back to look at the ball and heard a crackling sound near the upper neck close to the back of my head. It wasn&#x...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to visit a neurosurgery or rehabilitation department for examination and evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Neck Sounds: When to Seek Medical Advice for Your Child
Understanding Spinal Traction: Is Your Back Feeling 'Clicking' Sensations Normal?
Lumbar issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about lumbar traction. Although I don't feel any discomfort, I experience a sensation in my spine that feels like a stretching and returning motion (there is no actual sound) as the machine operates. Is this considered abnorma...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
You can confirm with the prescribing physician whether there is an issue of lumbar spondylolisthesis or lumbar instability.[Read More] Understanding Spinal Traction: Is Your Back Feeling 'Clicking' Sensations Normal?
Understanding Back Pain: The Impact of Mattress Choice on Spinal Health
Lying on a wooden board with a mattress for five minutes results in lower back pain and discomfort, indicating potential lumbar spine issues? Hello Doctor, I work in a street vending business and often have to lift heavy objects, which has caused some strain on my back and knees....
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Both overly soft and overly firm mattresses can lead to inadequate support for the lower back, resulting in muscle tension. It is recommended to use a suitable mattress.[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: The Impact of Mattress Choice on Spinal Health
Understanding Persistent Left Side Lower Back Pain After a Fall
Dull pain in the left flank? Hello Dr. Lee, Last month (on October 9), I had a motorcycle accident where I fell on my left side. At the time, I was able to stand up on my own. After returning home, I noticed bruising on my left lower back, but it did not significantly affect my ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It may be a muscle injury; you can go to the hospital for an ultrasound examination to monitor the recovery progress.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Left Side Lower Back Pain After a Fall
Understanding Cervical Traction: Should You Continue After Dizziness and Pain?
Cervical traction Hello Doctor: Today I had cervical traction for the first time, but afterward I felt dizzy and experienced pain in the back of my head. Should I continue with the treatment, or are there other options available?
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to consult with the prescribing physician, as each patient's situation is different.[Read More] Understanding Cervical Traction: Should You Continue After Dizziness and Pain?
Understanding Supraspinous Ligament Inflammation: Treatment and Rehabilitation Options
Inflammation of the intervertebral ligaments (inflammation of the supraspinous ligament) Hello Dr. Lee, I have been experiencing lower back pain for over two months. I have undergone a series of relevant examinations, including MRI and ultrasound, which have ruled out conditions ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
1. If there is confirmed inflammation, stretching exercises can be performed after the inflammation subsides. 2. If it is indeed chronic supraspinous ligament inflammation, traditional rehabilitation can enhance local blood flow and alleviate muscle spasms and tightness caused ...[Read More] Understanding Supraspinous Ligament Inflammation: Treatment and Rehabilitation Options
Understanding Shoulder Dislocation: Recovery Tips and Exercise Guidance
Shoulder dislocation Hello, doctor. On October 9th, while hiking down the mountain, I fell due to loose soil and landed on my buttocks. I instinctively used my left hand to brace myself, resulting in a dislocated left shoulder. That evening, I went to the hospital and had it &quo...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
After a shoulder dislocation, it is important to temporarily avoid all arm-raising movements, especially those directed backward and upward, as they may lead to re-dislocation. Once treatment is complete and rehabilitation is fully undertaken, participation in sports may be possi...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Dislocation: Recovery Tips and Exercise Guidance
Rehabilitation After Fractures: Managing Pain and Discomfort
Rehabilitation after a fracture? Hello Dr. Wang: I was in a car accident on July 11, which resulted in a coccygeal fracture, a compression fracture of the second lumbar vertebra, and scoliosis (the doctor did not specify the degree). I have been wearing a back brace for stabiliza...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Acupuncture can provide adjunctive therapeutic effects for related symptoms, but it should be assessed by a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to determine its suitability. Massage therapy may lead to further injury and is not recommended. At home, symptoms can b...[Read More] Rehabilitation After Fractures: Managing Pain and Discomfort
Persistent Calf Cramps: Causes and Effective Relief Strategies
The calf is in a state of cramping? Hello Doctor: Since around September 7th, I have been experiencing cramps in my left calf, which can also cause pain in my thigh. Sometimes, I also feel soreness in my lower back, and there are occasions when I can't even stand up straight...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: Since I only know that you have issues with cramps and pain, and there are no other medical histories or symptoms to reference, I recommend that you visit a nearby medical facility for relevant tests and examinations. Wishing you good health![Read More] Persistent Calf Cramps: Causes and Effective Relief Strategies
Effective Treatment Strategies for Lumbar Strains and Sprains
Lumbar strain and sprain? Hello Doctor: I often experience lower back pain due to lifting heavy objects. An X-ray showed that the vertebrae at levels 2 and 3 are misaligned, there is scoliosis, and I have a lumbar strain and sprain that has not improved for over a month. What tre...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Taiwan's e-Hospital is an online consultation platform, but accurate assessment of related symptoms requires an in-person examination and evaluation. Symptoms can be alleviated through oral medications and physical therapy, and if necessary, supportive devices such as soft b...[Read More] Effective Treatment Strategies for Lumbar Strains and Sprains
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Displacement or Bone Spurs?
Cervical spine issues may involve either a displacement or bone spurs? Hello Doctor, I need your help. Last month, I felt numbness in the back of my neck, so I went to a large hospital for an X-ray examination. The doctor informed me that I have significant displacement in my cer...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Taiwan's e-Hospital is an online consultation platform and cannot perform diagnoses or other medical procedures. A proper assessment of discomfort symptoms requires an in-person examination. Symptoms can often be alleviated through medication or rehabilitation therapy. Gener...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Displacement or Bone Spurs?
Understanding Post-Cycle Crash Back Pain: Recovery and Treatment Options
Lower back pain after a motorcycle accident? Hello, doctor. About a month and a half ago, I fell and hit a roadside sign. I had a large bruise on the right side of my hip, which has faded significantly, but there is still a little left. However, the area near my lower back feels ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to undergo electromyography (EMG) testing to confirm the presence of any peripheral nerve damage.[Read More] Understanding Post-Cycle Crash Back Pain: Recovery and Treatment Options
Why Does My 6-Month-Old Baby's Head Tilt to the Left?
A six-month-old baby frequently tilts their head to the left side? Hello, Doctor! Since my baby was born, she tends to tilt her head to the left while lying down, with her face facing right. The doctor examined her and said there was no torticollis, just a matter of head shape, s...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Two physicians diagnosed that there is no torticollis, possibly because the clinical examination of the neck muscles showed no significant lumps or stiffness. However, you observed that the head tilts to the left and there is asymmetry in the eyes and nostrils (perhaps there is a...[Read More] Why Does My 6-Month-Old Baby's Head Tilt to the Left?
Chronic Tailbone Pain and Heat: Seeking Answers After Injuries
Persistent pain in the coccyx and fever? I had a left ankle fracture five years ago, and although I have recovered and can run and jump, I still hear a clicking sound when I walk. Two years ago, I fell and injured the same ankle, which bruised and took about six months to slowly ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can examine soft tissues such as neuromuscular tissues; however, it must be evaluated by a qualified physician on-site to determine if an online consultation is necessary. It cannot replace an actual in-person consultation. Please visit an orthope...[Read More] Chronic Tailbone Pain and Heat: Seeking Answers After Injuries
Understanding Ligament Injuries: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Ligament issues I would like to ask the doctor that on June 30, I accidentally fell off my motorcycle, causing my left wrist to be unable to rotate. On the same day, I first visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who applied ice. The next day, I received acupuncture ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
If there are no fractures or severe pain, there is generally less necessity for immediate X-rays. Rehabilitation can expedite healing, and rehabilitation therapy may be considered.[Read More] Understanding Ligament Injuries: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Understanding Severe Lower Back Pain During Coughing and Sneezing
Lower back issues? Hello doctor: May I ask what could be the reason for severe pain in the lower back when coughing or sneezing forcefully?
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Coughing and sneezing can cause the muscles in the lower back to contract, which increases pressure on the lumbar spine. This can lead to injuries or inflammation of the back muscles, or conditions such as lumbar disc herniation, which may result in severe pain. If symptoms do no...[Read More] Understanding Severe Lower Back Pain During Coughing and Sneezing
Understanding Toe Weakness: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Inability to flex a single toe? Hello Dr. Lee, On May 28, I applied hydrocortisone ointment and mupirocin ointment to the left fourth distal phalanx, which resulted in adverse drug reactions causing the toe to be unable to bend, weakness, and soreness when forced to bend. The le...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
This situation cannot be fully diagnosed or advised based solely on online text descriptions. It is recommended to continue follow-up treatment with a neurologist or rehabilitation specialist, and consider undergoing nerve conduction studies and electromyography at a hospital.[Read More] Understanding Toe Weakness: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Wrist Injuries: Recovery Tips and Concerns After a Fall
Wrist issues I would like to ask the doctor: On June 30th, I accidentally fell off my motorcycle, causing my left wrist to be unable to rotate. That day, I first consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who applied ice. The next day, I received acupuncture and massag...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
If there is a ligament injury in the wrist joint and the job frequently requires lifting objects, it is recommended to visit a rehabilitation clinic for ultrasound examination and rehabilitation. Additionally, consider receiving injection therapy to promote healing and prevent an...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Injuries: Recovery Tips and Concerns After a Fall