Joints, Rehabilitation FAQ - Page 5

Arm pain Hello, doctor! Last week, I experienced severe pain in my right arm, almost to the point of paralysis. I visited a rehabilitation specialist nearby, had an X-ray taken, and the doctor informed me that there is a narrowing of the spaces between my cervical vertebrae and s...

Plantar fasciitis? Hello Dr. Pan, About a month ago, I consulted you regarding a sensation in my feet that feels like electric shocks when walking, to the point where it becomes nearly impossible to walk. Although I have stopped wearing shoes, I still frequently experience soren...

Is it suitable to ride a bicycle with severe deformity, wear, and pain in one hip joint? Currently, I do not plan to replace my artificial joint and hope to wait until it becomes unusable before considering surgery. I am looking for suitable exercises to assist with joint durabil...

Confusing plantar fasciitis? Hello Doctor: For the past decade or so, I have been accustomed to walking barefoot in muddy areas (not on concrete). A week before the Lunar New Year, I wore leather shoes, which led to pain in the joints of my big toes. After that, I switched back t...

Coccydynia Dear Doctor: I have previously fallen while skiing and also while canyoning, both of which injured my coccyx. I underwent rehabilitation for a period of time, but now I occasionally experience pain in my sacrum. Does this mean that my injury was not fully treated? What...

Leg cramps causing difficulty sleeping? Hello Dr. Pan: I have been experiencing soreness on the outer front side of my lower legs, extending from the area below the knee (around the St36 point) to the ankle (around the K3 point). The soreness is so intense that it feels like I ca...

Finger deformity and distortion after playing basketball? My right hand's little finger and ring finger were both deformed over ten years ago due to incidents involving dodgeball and basketball, where I didn't catch the ball properly. I no longer experience any pain in ...

Degenerative arthritis My mother has osteoarthritis. She used to be able to go for walks, but recently she has been experiencing frequent swelling and pain. What care should individuals with osteoarthritis take during the cold winter months? Is it advisable for them to avoid goin...

Elbow pain Hello, doctor! Last year, I accompanied my mother to rehabilitation, and the physician and therapist taught us that when shoulder soreness occurs after lifting objects, performing reverse pelvic lifts can help alleviate it. She has been doing that, but now her issue is...

Knee cramping pain? Dear Director: This week, after playing basketball, I experience sharp pain in my right knee, which sometimes radiates to my thigh and calf. How should I manage this? Thank you!

Knee pain My father is 65 years old and often complains of pain in his right knee. Initially, the pain was occasional and brief, not affecting his ability to walk. However, over the past six months, the frequency of the pain has increased. Sometimes, he wakes up in the morning wi...

Bowlegs My mother is currently 68 years old and has frequently undergone rehabilitation for knee pain over the past nine years. She has experienced significant bone loss and has taken Fosamax for a period of time. Two years ago, she did not show obvious signs of bowlegs, but it h...

Pain in the index finger? Recently, I have been using my index finger for extended periods every day, and with the cold weather, I often experience sharp pain, especially in the joints, which is quite uncomfortable. What should I do for care? Thank you!

Knee pain My mother is currently 62 years old and has been experiencing pain in her left knee for the past three years. Initially, the symptoms were occasional and brief, not affecting her ability to walk. She started taking glucosamine, calcium supplements, and collagen-rich pro...

Wrist pain Experiencing pain and weakness when rotating the left wrist could indicate either a muscle strain or a ligament injury. It is important to assess the specific symptoms and any accompanying signs, such as swelling or bruising, to determine the exact cause. For initial...

Pain? Doctor: Hello. I've been experiencing severe pain in my left hip that has become unbearable. The difference in my ability to bend forward has changed significantly, and every time I do stretching exercises, the pain is intolerable. My flexibility has decreased a lot. I...

Sleep disturbances For the past two weeks, I have been waking up in the middle of the night due to numbness in my left palm. After waking up, I have to pat and rub it to regain sensation, and this happens more than three times before dawn. This is quite bothersome. Should I see a...

Rheumatoid Arthritis My sister was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis by her doctor, who prescribed corticosteroids and recommended physical therapy. She is currently experiencing less pain. Is it possible for her to only continue with physical therapy and stop taking the medica...

Knee pain The elderly mother is experiencing significant knee pain in both legs, making it very difficult for her to walk. The orthopedic doctor has suggested a joint replacement. Is it absolutely necessary to undergo the surgery? Will rehabilitation not help? Thank you!

Is a tendon rupture serious? Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing pain in both sides of my buttocks for over a year, primarily at the ischial tuberosity—sitting causes pain, while standing does not. Various examinations, including spinal MRI and pelvic MRI, have not determined...