Degenerative arthritis, Rehabilitation FAQ

Regarding rehabilitation issues related to intervertebral disc herniation, degenerative arthritis, and patellar valgus? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing physical discomfort and in March of this year, I was diagnosed by a physician with stage 1 approaching stage 2 lumbar dis...

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Proliferative Treatment Hello, Doctor! I have rheumatoid arthritis, and my ankle X-ray shows multiple joint erosions, ankle joint effusion, and active synovitis. Do I need to aspirate the joint fluid before undergoing prolotherapy? I am currently not taki...

Shoulder joint instability issues? Hello, I have instability in my shoulder joint, and the doctor mentioned that it is due to some looseness in the shoulder labrum. If I strengthen the surrounding muscles through exercise therapy, will the issue with my shoulder labrum still not ...

Pain in the left lower back near the center, with pain upon exertion? I usually work night shifts and do not lift heavy objects, but I often sit and use the computer. I experience pain in the middle of my left lower back, near the spine. The pain is internal, and it only hurts wh...

Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Hello doctor, about 4 to 5 years ago, I injured my left wrist and was diagnosed with arthritis at that time. After 1 to 2 years of treatment, the joint started to become adhesed, and I was told it was degenerative arthritis. However, in the past tw...

Widespread muscle pain? Hello Dr. Lee, I have been suffering from chronic lower back pain for many years, and for the past five years, I have also been troubled by knee pain. I have visited multiple clinics, and the doctors have prescribed painkillers or suggested physical thera...

Rehabilitation and Efficacy of Treatment for Low Back Pain and Knee Joint Pain Hello Dr. Lee, I have been suffering from lower back pain and knee joint pain for over 10 years. During these years, I have intermittently visited various hospitals and clinics. The doctors have presc...

Calf cramps Hello, Director! My mother walks on a mountain path every day, which is not very steep, but she climbs the stairs at a steady pace and always feels short of breath. She said that while descending today, she suddenly experienced a cramp in her left calf just below the ...

Cervical collar Hello, Doctor! After the car accident, I was advised by the physician to wear a cervical collar for at least 1.5 months. I would like to know if rehabilitation therapy would be more effective during this period. Thank you!

Scoliosis Doctor, does scoliosis cause one shoulder to be higher than the other? Can doing sit-ups improve this condition? Thank you!

Leg swelling? Hello Director Chen: Recently, my leg swells and feels very sore whenever I stand for a short time, walk slowly, or sit for more than 30 minutes. Could this be due to embolism? What can I do to improve this? Thank you!

Lower back pain I have very little knowledge about rehabilitation. What conditions can lead to lower back pain? Thank you!

Arm pain Doctor, how should I handle this? Thank you! Location: The arm between the left elbow joint and the back of the hand. Condition: Suddenly unable to lift, with pain.

Knee redness and swelling? Hello, Director Su! The elderly lady had a knee arthroplasty two months ago, and her knee is still red and swollen. Can she apply ice to the swollen area around the artificial joint? Will this affect her walking in the future? Is rehabilitation possible...

Finger and arm pain? Hello Dr. Chen! My father has been experiencing pain in his fingers and more severe pain in his arm due to the tight schedule and heavy workload of delivering newspapers in the early morning. May I ask if it's advisable to take him for rehabilitation? If...

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...

Leg soreness? Hello, Dr. Chen! My mother has been experiencing leg fatigue for the past six months. She often complains of soreness after standing for a short while, feels tired after walking for just ten minutes, and her calves are particularly sore. What should we do, doctor? T...

Degenerative arthritis Hello, Director Chen! My grandmother is suffering from degenerative arthritis, and the doctor has suggested joint replacement, but she is hesitant. She has tried acupuncture, corticosteroid injections, and collagen supplements, but none of these remedies ha...

Frequent foot pain? Hello Doctor: I am 30 years old, unmarried, 160 cm tall, and weigh 80 kg. Whenever it rains or when I am exposed to a fan or air conditioning, my feet become very sore, to the point where I feel like I need to squat down. My knees also hurt. Sometimes, even wi...

Hip joint My hip joint has been confirmed to be degenerative after an examination by a rehabilitation specialist. How should I exercise for rehabilitation? For example, how long should I walk each day, and which swimming strokes are better to help slow down the degeneration of my...