How to Address Nighttime Leg Cramps in Older Adults: Expert Advice
Family member experiences leg cramps at night? My family member is 59 years old and has been experiencing leg cramps almost every night for the past few months. What can be done to resolve this issue? Which specialist should be consulted?
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
There are many causes of muscle cramps in the elderly, and it is recommended to first consult a neurologist.[Read More] How to Address Nighttime Leg Cramps in Older Adults: Expert Advice
Post-Surgery Recovery Challenges in Elderly Patients with Hip Fractures
Five months post-surgery for a displaced femoral neck fracture in an elderly patient, there is weakness in the leg and a regression in recovery? Dear Dr. Wang, My father is 82 years old and weighs 40 kg. Aside from prostate issues, he does not have hypertension, diabetes, or hyp...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
1. The description suggests that hip joint and thigh pain and stiffness may discourage the elderly from walking. Coupled with malnutrition and low body weight, these dual factors can lead to muscle atrophy and weakness, further impairing mobility and creating a vicious cycle. 2...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Challenges in Elderly Patients with Hip Fractures
Effective Rehabilitation Exercises for O-Type Legs: A Guide
O-shaped legs, also known as bow legs, can be addressed through specific exercises and rehabilitation. Here are some recommended exercises for rehabilitation: 1. **Strengthening Exercises**: Focus on strengthening the muscles around the knees and hips Hello Dr. Wang, thank you f...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Exercise therapy can indeed improve bow legs (genu varum). The exercises mentioned in your letter each have their own benefits, but individual conditions vary, making it impossible to generalize. Moreover, effective assessment cannot be made through online consultations and respo...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Exercises for O-Type Legs: A Guide
Potential Health Issues from Carrying Heavy Books in College
Issues Related to Carrying Heavy Loads Hello, after starting university, I often carry many textbooks and walk a lot around campus. I would like to know what problems this might cause and under what circumstances I should seek a medical check-up. Thank you for taking the time to ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
It is advisable to use a backpack with both shoulder straps and a design that includes pressure-relieving features when carrying heavy loads. Although you are carrying weight, it is important to maintain good posture by keeping your head up and chest out, and to avoid bending or ...[Read More] Potential Health Issues from Carrying Heavy Books in College
How Long Does Rehabilitation Take for Left Femoral Shaft Fractures?
The rehabilitation time for a left femoral shaft fracture can vary depending on several factors, including the severity of the fracture, the patient's age, overall health, and adherence to rehabilitation protocols. Generally, it may take anywhere from 3 to 6 months for the f...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Each individual's condition is different, so it cannot be generalized. Some people may fully recover in three months, while others may still require the use of a cane for over six months. A fracture can indeed lead to discrepancies in leg length. It is recommended to continu...[Read More] How Long Does Rehabilitation Take for Left Femoral Shaft Fractures?
How Long Does Rehabilitation Take for Left Femoral Shaft Fracture?
The rehabilitation time for a left femoral shaft fracture can vary depending on several factors, including the severity of the fracture, the patient's age, overall health, and adherence to rehabilitation protocols. Generally, it may take approximately 3 to 6 months for the f...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Each individual's condition is different, so it cannot be generalized. Some people may fully recover in three months, while others may still need to use a cane for over six months. A fracture can indeed lead to discrepancies in leg length. It is recommended to continue rehab...[Read More] How Long Does Rehabilitation Take for Left Femoral Shaft Fracture?
Should You See a Doctor for Post-Exercise Foot Pain and Numbness?
Should I see a doctor for foot pain and numbness in my toes after exercising? Hello doctor, I recently started exercising regularly every day for the past week. I have been using a treadmill at home, running for 30 minutes each day. However, after a few days, I began to experienc...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Thank you for your question. It may be due to issues with the hip joint or gluteal muscles causing compression of the sciatic nerve, leading to numbness in the leg. You can have a physical examination in the rehabilitation department to check for any abnormalities in fascial tens...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Post-Exercise Foot Pain and Numbness?
Understanding Herniated Discs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Herniated disc Hello, at the beginning of the year, I suddenly started experiencing lower back pain, which is accompanied by pain in the back of my right thigh and buttock. Initially, the pain was most severe in the morning, making it very difficult to get out of bed. At night, I...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
1. The imaging you provided shows herniation of the intervertebral discs at the L4/L5 and L5/S1 levels, with the former being more severe. In addition to obtaining more cross-sectional images, medical imaging must be correlated with clinical symptoms and physical examination find...[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Understanding Coccyx Fractures and Tarlov Cysts: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Coccygeal fracture, 2 cm sacral cyst? Hello, I fell while skiing in Korea on February 26, landing on my buttocks. An X-ray taken in Korea indicated a fracture. After returning home, I visited an orthopedic specialist who performed an MRI. The MRI report stated: "Bone marrow ...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Hui, regarding your questions, here are the answers: Q1: No, it will not. Q2: It does not count, but symptoms have already begun to appear. Increased abdominal pressure during urination or defecation can indirectly increase the pressure within the spinal column, maki...[Read More] Understanding Coccyx Fractures and Tarlov Cysts: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Greater Trochanteric Prominence: Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
Greater trochanteric prominence Hello Doctor, I recently noticed that the bones on both sides of the front of my pelvis, specifically around the upper thigh area, are particularly prominent. After researching online, it seems that this could be due to femoral external rotation or...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Crossing your legs is indeed detrimental to health, and such postures should be avoided. It is advisable to seek a medical consultation to assess whether further rehabilitation is necessary. General rehabilitation treatments are covered by health insurance, but there are still ma...[Read More] Understanding Greater Trochanteric Prominence: Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Recovery Insights and Management
Foot pain issues? Hello, at the beginning of September, I had a knee abrasion on my left knee due to a car accident. After the abrasion improved, I noticed that my knee hurts when I squat, and after squatting for a while, I experience pain behind my knee when standing up. The doc...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
X-ray examinations are often inadequate for detecting injuries to soft tissues such as cartilage, ligaments, or tendons. When necessary, ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) should be performed. The symptoms described by the user may indicate injuries to the ligaments (...[Read More] Understanding Knee Pain After Injury: Recovery Insights and Management
Rehabilitation Tips for Recovery from Patella Fracture Surgery
Pelvic fracture Hello, doctor. It has been 21 days since I underwent open reduction and internal fixation surgery for a femoral fracture. The doctor advised me to rest at home for 3 months for complete recovery. Currently, I can only bend my knee to about 30 degrees, and I am una...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
If the range of motion in the joint is still only 30 degrees three weeks after surgery, rehabilitation therapy should begin, and simple joint mobility and strength training can be initiated independently. However, since each individual's condition varies, it is essential to ...[Read More] Rehabilitation Tips for Recovery from Patella Fracture Surgery
Understanding Neck Pain and Stiffness: Causes and Treatment Options
Neck stiffness and back problems? Hello, Director Wang. I am from Keelung. In March, after a haircut, I experienced an accident during a massage by the barber, resulting in neck and shoulder pain. Since then, up until October, I initially had numbness in my hands, specifically in...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
The initial symptoms may be caused by nerve irritation, which can improve after treatment, and since X-rays show no significant lesions, there should be no major skeletal issues. Currently, the symptoms may be related to lifestyle and common postures, as prolonged reading with th...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Stiffness: Causes and Treatment Options
Challenges in Knee Extension Recovery After Prolonged Bed Rest
Inability to fully extend the knee after being bedridden? Last November, my younger brother was critically ill with pneumonia and bedridden. In February, he was transferred from the intensive care unit at Chung Hsing Hospital to the Hsiu Chuan Nursing Home in Zhushan. He weighed ...
Dr. Lin Jianzhong Reply:
First, it is essential to have a physician evaluate the reasons for the inability to extend the knee and the right finger before determining if rehabilitation can be arranged. If rehabilitation is appropriate, finding a suitable rehabilitation team for treatment may provide a cha...[Read More] Challenges in Knee Extension Recovery After Prolonged Bed Rest
Is a 0.5-1cm Size Difference Between Legs Normal?
The left and right legs consist of the thigh and calf? Doctor, may I ask if it's normal for my left leg to be 0.5 cm to 1 cm larger than my right leg? Do I need rehabilitation or anything like that?
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
It may be within the margin of error.[Read More] Is a 0.5-1cm Size Difference Between Legs Normal?
Understanding Leg Pain: When to Seek Rehabilitation Care
Leg problems Hello, my mother is 55 years old and her job often requires her to stand and walk for long periods. A month ago, she twisted her right foot while going down the stairs. Two weeks ago, after her ankle sprain had just healed, she started experiencing pain in her thigh....
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Due to thigh and heel pain that has persisted for two weeks without improvement, it is recommended to visit a qualified medical facility's orthopedic or rehabilitation department for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Leg Pain: When to Seek Rehabilitation Care
Simple Home Rehabilitation Exercises After Leg Fracture Surgery
Rehabilitation one month after a fracture? Hello Doctor: I was involved in a car accident in mid-last month, which resulted in fractures of my right thigh and calf. I underwent surgery and now have metal plates and screws in my right leg. It has been almost two months since the s...
Dr. Wang Huijun Reply:
Hello Mr. Wang: There are many types of fractures in the thigh and calf, including simple and complex fractures. Which specific bone in the calf is fractured? Is it the tibia or fibula? Is the fracture located at the proximal or distal end of the bone? What surgical method was us...[Read More] Simple Home Rehabilitation Exercises After Leg Fracture Surgery
How to Recover from a Ligament Injury for Dancers
Ligament injury Doctor, I am a dance student and I fell quite hard last week. Now my thigh hurts a lot when I dance or run. I went to the school health center, and the teacher said I might have a ligament injury. What can I do to help my leg heal quickly?
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
It is important to first confirm whether the injury involves tissues, muscles, tendons, or ligaments, as any of these could be affected. It is recommended to consult a rehabilitation specialist for further diagnosis and treatment.[Read More] How to Recover from a Ligament Injury for Dancers
How to Apply for Disability Certification for Polio and Arthritis
How to apply for a disability assessment? I was diagnosed with poliomyelitis at a very young age, around 2 years old, which caused muscle atrophy and resulted in a discrepancy in the length of my legs. I have had mobility issues ever since. If I want to apply for a disability cer...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Please visit the designated medical institutions for disability assessment in your local counties and cities. For physical disabilities, evaluations can be conducted by relevant specialties such as orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation medicine. A specialist ph...[Read More] How to Apply for Disability Certification for Polio and Arthritis
Post-Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation: Key Questions Answered
Rehabilitation after Total Hip Arthroplasty I underwent surgery on May 7, 2016, for a right thigh "right pelvic fracture with associated right hip dislocation." However, after nearly two years, I developed post-traumatic arthritis, leading to a total hip arthroplasty on...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello, on May 7, 2016, I underwent surgery for a "right pelvic fracture with associated right hip dislocation." However, after nearly two years, I developed post-traumatic arthritis and faced a total hip arthroplasty on March 27, 2018. I have some questions as follows: ...[Read More] Post-Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation: Key Questions Answered