Knee, Rehabilitation FAQ

Effective Exercises and Solutions for Calf and Thigh Pain Relief

Upper and lower legs What exercises can be done to improve the condition of the calves and thighs? If left untreated, what diseases could develop? I have had issues with my calves and thighs, and a month ago, I sustained an impact to my right knee. Now, the condition of my calves...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... After the impact on your knee, the presence of swelling in your thigh and calf raises concerns about potential nerve injury, musculoskeletal damage, or simply disuse atrophy due to uneven usage. Identifying the underlying cause is essential ...

Understanding Loose Knees: When to Seek Rehabilitation After Injury

excuse me? Dr. Cheng: My knee feels loose (as a doctor mentioned). I have had an MRI, and the report only indicated that the cruciate ligament is swollen. The doctor advised me to just take medication. However, I experience some pain behind my knee when walking, and going up and ...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Based on your description, you have a tear in your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), swelling, and a history of meniscus repair. These conditions could indeed be contributing to your discomfort and symptoms. Once ligaments have become lax, i...

Effective Solutions for Managing Flat Feet Pain and Discomfort

Issues related to flat feet? I apologize, but I would like to ask a few questions regarding flat feet for my boyfriend: 1. After serving eight months in the military, my boyfriend discovered he has flat feet, and we confirmed a 175-degree angle at the hospital. Aside from weari...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Qiuqiu, 1. Flat feet alter the normal biomechanics of walking, which can change the typical gait and may lead to other skeletal and joint issues, potentially resulting in long-term foot and knee pain. While massage and heat therapy can temporarily alleviate pain, to prevent...

Effective Self-Rehabilitation Strategies for Knee Pain Relief

Knee Hello Dr. Cheng, In July, I injured my right knee while exercising. Initially, I had an X-ray taken, and the doctor said there were no issues with the bones, prescribing anti-inflammatory medication and advising me to rest at home. After two months, my condition has improv...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Based on your description, there is cartilage degeneration in the knee joint and atrophy of the thigh muscles. It is recommended that you undergo isokinetic strength testing to assess thigh muscle strength. For discomfort and tightness in th...

Understanding Persistent Knee Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Active Individuals

Knee pain Hello Dr. Cheng, I am someone who loves sports, including swimming, basketball, various ball games, and jogging. However, since I completed my military service and started working over a year ago, my physical activity has significantly decreased. Two months ago, I bega...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... it is difficult to determine the cause based solely on your description. In addition to your medical history, a thorough clinical physical examination is necessary, along with further imaging studies such as X-rays, ultrasounds, MRI scans, o...

Understanding Frog Leg Syndrome: Treatment Options and Concerns

Frog leg surgery issues? Before junior high school, I had many small holes poked in my buttocks by doctors. When I reached high school and took military training classes, I often embarrassed myself during movements like squatting or lying down. My classmates called me "Littl...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Little Frog: Frog legs are generally caused by muscle spasms and fibrosis in the gluteal muscles. Currently, besides injections, intrinsic factors are also important causes. The simplest way to check for frog legs is to stand with your knees together and see if you can squ...

Shoulder Injury Recovery After Car Accident: Next Steps and Expectations

Left shoulder car accident? Hello Doctor, I am 22 years old. I had a car accident in April this year, which caused my left side to hit the ground directly, resulting in a ligament injury to my left shoulder scapula joint and also to the ligaments in my left knee. I have undergone...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, if there is a ligament injury, soft tissue ultrasound can be used for diagnosis and differentiation, followed by appropriate treatment based on the diagnosis. As for the extent of recovery, it is related to age, the severity of the injury, and...

Effective Home Rehabilitation Methods After ACL Reconstruction Surgery

What are the "self-directed" rehabilitation methods after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery? I underwent left knee anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery in March of last year. Currently, I seem to have no issues walking or running (non-strenu...

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Hello, it has been almost a year and a half since my surgery. I believe the local tissues have mostly healed, and now I just need to regain the functions that were lost during this time. Due to the ligament injury, my left knee is definitely looser, which gives me a "2266&qu...

Rehabilitation Strategies for Partial ACL Tears: What You Need to Know

Rehabilitation for Partial Tear of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Hello, Doctor. Two months ago, I partially tore my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in a car accident (I found out through arthroscopy a month ago). The doctor said it was not serious and that I could recover...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, if there is a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) without joint instability, and the individual is not a professional athlete or dancer who frequently uses the knee joint, surgical treatment may not be necessary. Rehabilitatio...

Understanding Knee Pain: Symptoms, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Options

Knee pain Hello Dr. Chen: My knee was injured several years ago, and now every time the weather changes, it acts like a weather station. My knee experiences a dull ache, and I have to push on it with my hand to feel more comfortable. Additionally, there is a soft area in the cent...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Based on your description, there may be a tear in the knee meniscus. (2) You should visit a large hospital (regional hospital or medical center) to see the rehabilitation department for an ultrasound or MRI to confirm the location, and avoid undergoing arthroscopy initially. ...

Understanding Muscle Atrophy: Concerns and Treatment Options

"I'm not sure if it's frog legs..." Hello, Doctor Hsu... I have a dent in my right thigh due to injections I received when I was younger. It is quite noticeable when I wear pants, and it bothers me a bit. I'm not sure if this is what is referred to as &qu...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Hui, Based on your description, it does not seem to be "frog legs," which refers to the condition where the knees do not come together when squatting. The likelihood of muscle fibrosis is indeed quite high, but it will not spread. If treatment is sought...

Understanding Knee Pain: When to See a Specialist for Relief

Knee pain I am 45 years old, and recently I have been experiencing sudden knee pain every morning when I wake up. Sometimes the pain radiates down to my calves, but it usually subsides after a while. I have never experienced this before. My family suggests it might be rheumatism,...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Pain in the knee upon waking may be due to a previous sprain of the collateral ligaments or the beginning of cartilage degeneration, both of which can cause pain symptoms. (2) Pain in the back of the knee (popliteal region) often radiates to the calf and is most commonly asso...

Can You Correct In-Toeing and Visible Veins in Your 20s?

Walking with an inward toeing gait? Since childhood, I have walked with an inward toeing gait, and sometimes people mistake my walking for having foot pain (limping). I often trip over myself as well. I am now 26 years old; is it possible to correct this? Additionally, every vein...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Ms. Amiko, There are many causes of in-toeing, which can stem from issues in the foot, ankle, knee, hip joint, or even the pelvis. Leg length discrepancy is one of the common reasons for a limping gait and can lead to compensatory in-toeing or out-toeing in one foot due to ...

Understanding Foot Pain and Numbness: Possible Causes and Solutions

Please help me... urgent matter? Hello Doctor: My problem is that I don't know what this condition is. After walking for 5 to 10 minutes or standing for 5 to 10 minutes, the soles of my feet become numb and the back of my feet starts to hurt (sometimes I experience cramps). ...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Walking or standing for ten minutes causes numbness in the soles of the feet and pain in the heels, which may be due to lumbar nerve compression, possibly from foraminal stenosis or intervertebral disc herniation. If the feet feel like they are being pricked with needles when ...

Can You Play Sports After Partial ACL Tear? Rehab and Strength Tips

Regarding injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask about my knee injury. I sustained an injury while playing soccer, and after diagnosis and MRI examination, it was found that I have a partial tear of the ant...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your description, you have a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). If there is no instability in the knee joint and you are not a professional athlete or dancer who frequently uses the knee, most individuals can meet t...

Post-Surgery Care: Strengthening Your Back After Disc Surgery

Postoperative care after spinal disc surgery? I underwent a partial discectomy at the L5-S1 level in March of this year, and it has been about three months since the surgery. I would like to ask the doctor how I can strengthen the muscles in my lower back and spine through exerci...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, exercises to strengthen the muscles of the abdominal and back areas include: 1. Back extension exercise (superman): Lie face down, using your palms to lift your upper body while keeping your abdomen pressed against the floor, maintaining this ...

Understanding Bowed Legs in Toddlers: When to Seek Help

The child's calves are curved? My daughter is 1.7 years old, and her calves are slightly bowed, resembling an O-shape. When she runs, she sways from side to side, and she enjoys walking on her tiptoes. I'm unsure if this is a normal phenomenon and whether it will have a...

Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello: For a 1.7-year-old child, having bowed legs is generally acceptable and is considered a physiological "O" shape. If there are concerns or if the condition appears to be worsening, please consult a rehabilitation specialist or a pediatric orthopedic physician for ...

Can Frog Legs Affect Your Walking Posture? Rehabilitation Insights

Does frog leg position cause abnormal walking posture? Hello Dr. Hsu, I have been troubled by my walking posture, which I find unattractive. My gait does not resemble that of a typical person, and I exhibit a condition known as "external tibial torsion" (including my k...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsu, Your inquiry is regarding your abnormal gait, specifically the outward toeing. The hospital examination indicated that it is due to "frog legs," which is caused by fibrosis of the hip muscles. This condition often leads to a reduced range of motion in t...

Understanding O-Leg Correction: Myths and Facts About Leg Alignment

Correction of Bow Legs (O-legs) 1. Some people say that frequently crossing legs or sitting in a lotus position can lead to bow legs (O-shaped legs). 2. What movements can lead to knock knees (X-shaped legs)? 3. If a person with bow legs frequently performs movements that can...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is common for children aged 1-2 years to exhibit bowlegs (genu varum). After the age of 2, they gradually develop knock-knees (genu valgum), which are most pronounced around the age of 3. From age 6 onward into adulthood, a slight degree of...

Understanding Knee Pain: When to Seek Treatment and Which Doctor to Choose

Knee I am Ms. Hsu, who asked a question on November 28. 1. Currently, my knee still feels like there is something stuck in it, and I am unable to bend it. Last Saturday, I visited a rehabilitation specialist, and the therapist mentioned that there might be a blood clot, which m...

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Hello: 1. How long have you had your knee injury (this recent episode)? Generally, a hematoma should not last more than two weeks, and if you want to expedite the healing process, it is better to aspirate the hematoma (the hematoma causes the knee to swell like a blister, filled ...

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