Essential Tips for Managing Neck and Knee Degeneration at Home
Regarding bone degeneration issues? Hello Dr. Lai: I would like to ask about what to pay attention to regarding cervical and knee degeneration. My father experienced dizziness and went to the hospital for an X-ray, which revealed degeneration in the bones of his right cervical sp...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Cervical and knee degeneration --> Everyone will experience degeneration --> Consider treatment only if symptoms arise! 1. Rehabilitation for knee osteoarthritis: - For those with limited time: Leg raises (sitting on a chair, extend the leg [hold for 1-2 seconds] --> ...[Read More] Essential Tips for Managing Neck and Knee Degeneration at Home
Managing Lactic Acid Buildup: Prevention and Treatment for Muscle Pain
Excessive lactic acid accumulation? Hello, Doctor: 1. How can I avoid and prevent lactic acid accumulation that causes soreness in my calves and thighs after exercise? 2. If I have long-term lactic acid accumulation that causes pain even when pressing on my legs, how should I...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
1. How to avoid and prevent lactic acid accumulation after exercise, which causes soreness in the calves and thighs: (1) The type of exercise: If the activity is too intense, such as sprinting, the muscle energy source is carbohydrates through anaerobic respiration, which can eas...[Read More] Managing Lactic Acid Buildup: Prevention and Treatment for Muscle Pain
Best Foods and Supplements to Relieve Muscle Soreness
excuse me? What foods or supplements can help treat or alleviate muscle soreness? Thank you!
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Western medicine: Research shows that branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) or carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions (CES) may be effective in alleviating or recovering from muscle soreness. Traditional Chinese medicine: For muscle soreness, it is recommended to consume more alkaline f...[Read More] Best Foods and Supplements to Relieve Muscle Soreness
Understanding Leg Pain and Weakness in Seniors: Causes and Solutions
Mom often experiences soreness in her calves and knees? Hello Dr. Jian... My mother has been experiencing discomfort in her calves and knees due to long hours of standing and walking as a result of her business. She often feels weakness in both legs and has almost fallen several ...
Dr. Jian Jincheng Reply:
Hello Ivy: Your mother may be suffering from osteoarthritis (knee). Symptoms include weakness in the legs, bilateral leg weakness, increased risk of falls, and knee pain. X-rays and blood tests can be performed for differential diagnosis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, among other...[Read More] Understanding Leg Pain and Weakness in Seniors: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Wrist Pain in Dancers: Causes and Solutions
I have pain in my left wrist. Details..? I am a college student, and my interest is dancing, specifically in the style of breaking. However, about six months ago, while practicing some moves, I fell and tried to catch myself with my left hand. As a result, I injured my left wrist...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Wrist pain caused by trauma (on the side of the little finger) should raise suspicion for 1. triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tear, 2. wrist arthritis, or 3. ligament sprain. Recommendations include 1. visiting a hospital (orthopedics or rehabilitation department) for fur...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Pain in Dancers: Causes and Solutions
Choosing the Right Knee Brace for Post-Fracture Recovery: A Guide
Knee brace selection Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident in January of this year, which resulted in a fracture of my left tibia near the knee. Since the injury was between being operable or being treated with a cast, I chose the cast option to allow for natural healing. It has ...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I apologize for the delay in responding due to my vacation! Essentially, you are still young, so you should not have issues with poor bone healing! The soreness you are currently experiencing is often not due to the bones but rather the surrounding soft tissues! Especially after ...[Read More] Choosing the Right Knee Brace for Post-Fracture Recovery: A Guide
Understanding Flat Feet in Children: When to Seek Treatment and Guidance
Flatfoot issues in children? Hello Doctor: My child is almost four years old and has had a slight outward turning of the feet since birth. This condition persists now that he is four. Recently, I took him to a general orthopedic clinic, and the doctor diagnosed him with flat feet...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Based on your description, your child likely has physiological flatfoot (it is recommended to have a professional physician confirm this). The condition is caused by ligament laxity and typically only presents as flatfoot when weight-bearing. Most children with this condition do ...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet in Children: When to Seek Treatment and Guidance
Understanding Hip Dysplasia: Rehabilitation and Support Options for Your Child
Hip Dysplasia Hello Dr. Lai, my daughter was diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip and femoral dislocation at just over one year old. She underwent surgical reduction at the age of two, and since then, we have been consistently following up with the hospital for three...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
It is recommended to first discuss with the original surgeon. Generally, rehabilitation training for the hip muscles can be considered. Thank you for your question![Read More] Understanding Hip Dysplasia: Rehabilitation and Support Options for Your Child
Understanding Unexplained Falls: Potential Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexplained falls? About four or five years ago, one night while I was sleeping, my phone rang. I wanted to get up to answer it, but for some reason, even though my feet should have had sensation, when I stepped onto the floor to walk, one of my feet suddenly felt completely weak...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
1. Based on your description, it may be helpful to recall if you took any sleeping pills or sedatives in the days leading up to the fall. This could potentially explain why you experienced a deep sleep and may have had insufficient reaction time when suddenly waking up, or it cou...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Falls: Potential Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Unexplained Falls: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexplained falls? About four or five years ago, one night while I was sleeping, my phone rang. I wanted to get up to answer it, but for some reason, even though my feet should have had sensation, when I stepped onto the floor to walk, one of my feet suddenly felt completely weak...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
1. Based on your description, it may be helpful to recall if you took any sleeping pills or sedatives in the days leading up to the fall. This could potentially explain why you might have been in a deep sleep and suddenly got up during the night, leading to insufficient reaction ...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Falls: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Persistent Lower Back and Leg Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Low back and leg pain? (1) I have been experiencing pain on the right side of my lower back for six months. During the day, I do not feel any pain, but every morning when I wake up, the pain starts and becomes unbearable. It hurts so much that even turning over in bed is painful....
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
1. Are you referring to lower back pain? Since it doesn't hurt during the day but only when you get up at night, it is more likely to be caused by spondyloarthritis. However, the exact cause needs to be further evaluated in the clinic. You can refer to the following links fo...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lower Back and Leg Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Persistent Pain and Indentation in Calf: Should You See a Rehab Specialist?
The calf injury feels indented to the touch? Due to a previous car accident where I injured the inner side of my calf, I initially only felt pain and thought it was just a soft tissue injury. However, now more than a year has passed, and the injured area still hurts when touched,...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Was there bruising and swelling in the calf at the time of the injury a year ago? -- If there was bruising and swelling, it may indicate a tear in the muscles on the inner side of the calf, resulting in a depression in the leg. -- If there was no bruising or swelling, the depress...[Read More] Persistent Pain and Indentation in Calf: Should You See a Rehab Specialist?
Understanding Myofascial Pain: Differentiating from Sciatica Symptoms
What exactly is the condition? (It resembles sciatica but seems to be something else.) Hello Doctor: After consulting with two Western medicine doctors, they both said it is not sciatica. Initially, I had lower back pain, and later my thigh started to hurt as well. The pain is lo...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Back pain can have many causes, and understanding the underlying reason is essential for effective treatment. Recommendation 1: Keeping a detailed record of the pain description can aid in diagnosis. The description should include the characteristics of the pain, what activitie...[Read More] Understanding Myofascial Pain: Differentiating from Sciatica Symptoms
Understanding Sciatica: Recovery Time, Exercises, and Treatment Insights
Sciatica issues (including rehabilitation exercises and recovery time) 1. Sciatica has persisted for over three months. The symptoms have improved, but it has not been completely resolved. Is it common for it to last this long? Is it possible that it may never be fully resolved? ...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
First, it is essential to confirm whether the patient is indeed experiencing sciatica. The symptom description is possible, but a professional evaluation and examination by a physician in an outpatient setting is necessary. 1. If the condition has not fully improved after three...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Recovery Time, Exercises, and Treatment Insights
Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Chronic low back and leg pain? The patient is a 46-year-old male. 1. Initially, he experienced lower back pain, which later extended to his thigh. The pain is localized to a specific point on the right side of the lower back and involves the entire posterior muscle of the right l...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
1. Can tendonitis cause pain for such a long time? It's possible! However, I don't think it resembles tendonitis! If bending forward is more uncomfortable, I suspect it might be a herniated disc! 2. The most likely reason is that his condition is worsening! Injections ...[Read More] Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Low back and leg pain? This is not my issue; the patient is a 46-year-old male. 1. Initially, he experienced lower back pain, which later extended to his thigh. The pain is localized to a specific point on the right side of the lower back and affects the entire posterior muscle o...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
1. According to the description in the first point, the symptoms resemble myofascial pain syndrome, commonly known as myofascitis. Typically, myofascitis of the iliopsoas muscle manifests as pain in the lower back and thigh. 2. Regarding the second point, I am unclear about wha...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding In-Toeing in Children: When to Seek Treatment
Children walking with an inward toeing gait? Hello Dr. Yin, My child is in the third grade this year and has a condition of in-toeing while walking. Will this have negative effects during their growth? Is correction necessary, and if so, which specialty should we consult? Thank...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
There are many causes of in-toeing, and whether correction is necessary depends on the severity. If a boy has a noticeable in-toeing, he may be teased by peers; however, it generally does not have a significant impact on daily life. It is advisable to encourage the child to sit c...[Read More] Understanding In-Toeing in Children: When to Seek Treatment
Understanding Weakness in Legs: When to Seek Medical Attention
Weak legs Dear Doctor: I used to play basketball and badminton without any issues, but recently I've been experiencing occasional weakness in my legs, and it's even happening when I walk on flat ground. Is this serious? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your questions and provide the following suggestions: 1. Is the weakness in your legs referring to the knee joint or the ankle joint? 2. Since your description is not very clear, it is difficult to determine wheth...[Read More] Understanding Weakness in Legs: When to Seek Medical Attention
Managing Leg Pain: Should You Continue Rehabilitation Therapy?
Leg pain? I am a housewife, and my problem is that my legs easily become sore even after climbing just a few flights of stairs, which is very bothersome. I underwent shortwave therapy six months ago, and initially, I felt great, but then the effect seemed to diminish. However, I ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Thigh muscle strength decreases with age, so strength training is important; you may consult rehabilitation specialists in your area. 2. Shortwave therapy provides deep heat and is effective for so...[Read More] Managing Leg Pain: Should You Continue Rehabilitation Therapy?
Understanding Morning Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Lower back pain after waking up? Hello, I've been experiencing pain on both sides of my lower back when I wake up in the past few days. The pain is not very noticeable when I'm standing or moving around, or when I press on my lower back. However, I do feel pain when I b...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Dear Allen: Your issue may be caused by a muscle strain (though further evaluation is needed to confirm this). Common causes include improper posture or overuse of the back muscles. It is advisable for you to consult a rehabilitation specialist for an examination to understand th...[Read More] Understanding Morning Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options