Understanding Isokinetic Strength Testing in Rehabilitation
Isokinetic strength testing What is isokinetic strength testing?
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, general exercise can be categorized into isometric, isotonic, and isokinetic exercises. Isokinetic exercise refers to maintaining a constant speed throughout the movement. Since isokinetic exercise is not a typical functional activity that we ...[Read More] Understanding Isokinetic Strength Testing in Rehabilitation
Effective Home Remedies for Knee Pain: A Guide to Self-Rehabilitation
Knee pain, rehabilitation has been ongoing for nearly two weeks..? Hello, Doctor: At the beginning of July, my left knee started to hurt for no apparent reason (similar to muscle soreness). Since I often bump into things while walking, I didn't pay much attention to the brui...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. The most common knee injuries are patellar tendinitis and chondromalacia. Patients can visit regional hospitals for diagnosis using joint ultrasound, as X-rays cannot directly diagnose cartilage diseases. 2. Treatment options include shortwave therapy, ultrasound therapy, and...[Read More] Effective Home Remedies for Knee Pain: A Guide to Self-Rehabilitation
Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Flatfoot Hello doctor, my situation is that when I squat down, my heels cannot touch the ground, and I have to stay on my toes to squat. Some classmates say I have flat feet, while others say I have frog legs. I would like your help in determining which condition I have. Thank yo...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
If you can’t keep your heels on the ground while squatting, it may simply be due to tight joints or calf muscles, and doing some stretching exercises can help improve this without any significant issues. "Frog legs" refers to the position where the knees must be spread ...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Understanding Lower Back Pain After Bending: Causes and Prevention Exercises
Back pain After bending over for a long time to pull weeds, my husband is unable to stand up straight immediately and experiences pain on both sides of his lower back. What could be the cause? Are there any exercises he can do for prevention? What specific exercises should he per...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
As people age, it is common for muscles and joints to become increasingly stiff. The situation you described is very typical; however, there should not be any major issues. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Avoid maintaining a single posture for extended periods. If you feel uncom...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain After Bending: Causes and Prevention Exercises
Chronic Pain and Inflammation: Understanding Shoulder and Neck Issues
Inflammation Hello, doctor... I would like to ask a few questions... My shoulders and neck have been sore for many years (I can't even count), and my arms down to my fingers often feel numb and occasionally twitch lightly. I struggle to exert strength, and the pain on both s...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I personally believe it is a cervical spine issue, possibly related to your injury, and likely less connected to your fractured arm. Testing the tendon reflexes (like how doctors tap the patient's knee on TV...) can indicate if there is an increase in reflexes, which may sug...[Read More] Chronic Pain and Inflammation: Understanding Shoulder and Neck Issues
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Low back pain Hello Dr. Kang, I usually have a habit of exercising, and bending over is not an issue for me. I often swim in the summer without any problems. However, two months ago, after swimming the butterfly stroke, I seemed to have strained my lower back. In the following d...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
It really seems like a herniated disc. First, to answer your questions: 1. Prolonged use of a lumbar support can lead to stiffness in the lumbar spine and weakness in the back muscles, making it harder to tolerate prolonged sitting or standing; therefore, it should not be used fo...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Strategies
Shoulder pain? Hello, Dr. Pan! After noon one day, I noticed that the muscles in both shoulders became stiff and gradually started to ache. This continued until around 10:00 PM, after which I took a shower and felt somewhat relieved. I also applied a topical ointment called "...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
"Redness, swelling, heat, and pain" are signs of inflammation. If there has been no exercise or heavy lifting, and both shoulders are affected, it is difficult to determine if it is "tendinitis." Bilateral shoulder involvement is commonly seen after exercise, ...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Strategies
Understanding Trigger Finger: Causes, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Tips
Trigger point Your friend's fingers make a cracking sound, which is often referred to as "crepitus." When he visited a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, he was told it is due to "trigger finger." Trigger finger occurs when the tendons in the fingers be...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
*Not sure where this popping sound is coming from? If it's from the joints, it's commonly the sound of tendons or cartilage rubbing against each other, rather than trigger finger. If it is trigger finger, it typically gets stuck when bending or straightening the finger,...[Read More] Understanding Trigger Finger: Causes, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Tips
Understanding Wrist Pain: Causes and Recovery After Injury
Dull pain I previously injured my wrist, and although my fingers seemed to have healed, I occasionally feel soreness in my hand, lack of strength, and intermittent sharp pain. Why is this happening? Is it common for previous injuries to cause these symptoms? Thank you.
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
This is a common issue, especially when there are changes in weather or increased physical activity, where symptoms become more pronounced. Traditional Western medicine either completely denies it (believing it to be a psychological effect of the patient, thinking that if they fe...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Pain: Causes and Recovery After Injury
Is My Discomfort Due to Herniated Discs? Seeking Answers for Neck and Limb Pain
Is this caused by a herniated disc? Hello Dr. Pan: Initially, I experienced fatigue easily and often felt mentally unwell (about two or three years ago). Later, I began to have neck pain and continued to feel unwell (about two years ago). Since last year, I have been waking up in...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
First, let's confirm some conditions: You have a medium build (not tall), are somewhat thin, have a hunched back, likely have significant myopia (or a large difference between your eyes), have poor dental health (do you have a full set of dentures?), experience periodic migr...[Read More] Is My Discomfort Due to Herniated Discs? Seeking Answers for Neck and Limb Pain