Knee, Rehabilitation FAQ - Page 19

Swollen feet? Hello Dr. Chen! Since elementary school, every time I sit down for a class, my left calf always feels swollen and uncomfortable. After sitting all day, my calf becomes swollen and hard, and it hasn't improved until now. Is this due to poor blood circulation? Wh...

Unsure if it is bow-legged (genu varum)? My legs are straight from the thigh to the knee, but they curve outward from the knee down. For example: │ this represents the thigh) and this represents the calf. So when my knees and ankles are together, my calves form this shape: (). Th...

Hip pain Hello, Doctor: Thank you very much for your enthusiastic response and for taking the time to give me advice. I really appreciate it! My hip pain has been a significant source of distress for me, so I have been reading some articles on the topic. Last time you asked how l...

What are the rehabilitation methods after a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery? Due to long-term instability in my knee, I initially thought it was rheumatic pain. It wasn't until last month, when I could hardly put weight on my leg while walking, ...

Artificial joint Hello Director Chen, A friend of mine underwent bilateral knee replacement surgery over three years ago, but is still experiencing difficulty walking. What remedies are available? Is it too late for improvement? Thank you! Jimmy

Knee pain Dear Director Chen, I have been experiencing unexplained pain in my right knee recently, to the point where I cannot put weight on my foot or walk. Could you please advise on the possible causes and how to address this issue? Additionally, what are some recommended car...

Nursing Care for Knee Cartilage Resection Thank you for the nursing information provided at the Hong Kong airport. I have some additional questions; please email me when you have the time. Thank you! Ah Miao (Lai Miao Lian)

Lower back pain? Dear Dr. Pan, On June 12, I fell off my motorcycle, landing on my right side. That evening, I felt soreness in my right lower back, and of course, my buttocks were also painful. I had a bruise on my right thigh near the knee. After work that night, I went to a t...

Rehabilitation Hello Doctor: At the end of January this year, I suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a fracture in my right knee due to a car accident. I had a metal plate inserted, and the doctor advised me to keep it immobilized for a month without bending or putting ...

Fracture rehabilitation issues? Hello Dr. Chen: I previously asked you about rehabilitation for fractures, and you suggested that I use isokinetic exercise training. Could you please explain what isokinetic exercise training is?

Rehabilitation for Ligament and Tibial Fractures in the Lower Leg 1. I would like to inquire about the pain I experience in my right knee after performing calf raises on the rehabilitation machine. After completing the exercise, when I attempt to extend my calf upwards, I feel a ...

Back pain 1. I experience pain when I press on the center of my back, but it doesn't hurt when I'm not pressing. I had a massage therapist work on it, and it felt better afterward, but the next day, pressing on that spot still causes pain. What could be the issue? I don...

Lumbosacral spondylolisthesis of the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae? Hello, Doctor! For the past two to three months, I have been experiencing some discomfort in the lower part of my back, particularly when I bend over for a prolonged period. Sometimes, I feel a bit of pain in...

If you are experiencing lower back pain, you should consult a specialist in orthopedics or a chiropractor. Additionally, a visit to a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist may also be beneficial for managing pain and improving function? Hello Doctor: I have been experie...

Bow legs Hello Dr. Cheng, I seem to have an issue with bow legs, approximately three centimeters! I would like to ask if there are exercises that can correct this. Additionally, I have noticed that the bones in my lower leg and thigh do not connect in a straight line at the knee...

Rehabilitation and Maintenance After Total Knee Replacement Surgery Hello Dr. Cheng, my mother is scheduled to undergo knee replacement surgery this week. I am unclear about the rehabilitation process after the surgery. Is there a need to control her diet? I would appreciate your...

Knee contusion A car accident occurred a month and a half ago, and the doctor said it was a knee contusion. A friend mentioned that there might be a risk of post-traumatic contracture and atrophy of the thigh muscles in the future. Is this really possible?

I have a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in my knee, and my knee is swollen? Hello Dr. Cheng, Last October, I fell off my motorcycle, resulting in a neck fracture of my left femur. At the time of the fall, my leg was straight, so my knee was also injured. However, when I w...

Unexplained pain on the outer side of both knees? For more than a year, I have often noticed pain on the outer side of my knees (both legs) upon waking up, particularly severe when bending. However, the pain usually gradually subsides after a day, and I feel almost no discomfort ...

Doctor, may I ask you something? Hello, I previously suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while playing basketball. I would like to ask the doctor if there are any contraindications or precautions after surgery? I am very concerned and afraid it might happen again! Th...