Understanding Intermittent Back Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Help
Could you please clarify what you mean by "back pain"? Recently, I have been experiencing sharp pain in the left side of my lower back, near the spine. The pain occurs intermittently, lasting about a minute each time, and I have to endure the pain for that duration. It ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
There are many causes of lower back pain, and lesions related to skeletal, neurological, and muscular tissues can all potentially trigger symptoms. Relevant examinations should be assessed by a qualified physician to determine if referrals are necessary. Patients may consult orth...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Back Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Help
Choosing the Right Shoes for High Arches and Flat Feet: Key Features Explained
High arch foot with some flatfoot, plantar fasciitis, and fat pad atrophy of the heel? Doctor, in this situation, what functional features should the shoes have? Should they provide cushioning, support, stability, or a combination of these? For high arches: 1. The outer side of t...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Individuals with high arches should emphasize shock absorption, while those with flat feet should focus on support. Using appropriate insoles can alleviate discomfort, but since everyone's foot shape is different, it is advisable to visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation clin...[Read More] Choosing the Right Shoes for High Arches and Flat Feet: Key Features Explained
Overcoming the Shadows of Shoulder Dislocation: A Month into Recovery
It's been a month since my shoulder dislocation, but the road to recovery looks bleak? Hello, doctor. A month ago, due to a moment of emotional distress, I over-rotated my arm and accidentally dislocated my left shoulder. I spent nearly four hours in the emergency room befor...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Hello, after the shoulder joint dislocation has been reduced and entered the stabilization phase, it is important to strengthen the surrounding muscle training to prevent recurrence. Prolonged use of a sling may lead to joint adhesions or muscle atrophy. It is advisable to follow...[Read More] Overcoming the Shadows of Shoulder Dislocation: A Month into Recovery
Understanding Hip Contusions: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Hip contusion? Hello, doctor. Two weeks ago, I fell while wrestling outside and landed hard on the corner of a flowerpot. After getting up, I experienced pain in the upper left gluteal muscle. There was no bruising, but there is a depression that feels like a hole, and it feels n...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
If you experience discomfort, you may first apply a warm compress and perform gentle stretching exercises to alleviate the symptoms. It is also advisable to visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist for an accurate diagnosis and to arrange appropriate treatment.[Read More] Understanding Hip Contusions: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Right Leg Pain: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Pain in the right leg from the lower back to the knee? I often feel tightness in the inner side of the right foot's arch while standing, and my knee is very uncomfortable. I can sense tightness in the area behind the knee, towards the left. When sitting, I experience discomf...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello: Your issues include three points: 1. Tightness in the fascial spiral lines, 2. Snapping hip, 3. Prolonged sitting. It is essential to consider gluteus medius dysfunction, which often coexists with iliopsoas tightness. It is advisable to address the first two points initial...[Read More] Understanding Right Leg Pain: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Effective Core Exercises for Strengthening with Herniated Discs
Exercises for muscle training in cases of herniated discs? Hello Dr. Wang, Eighteen years ago, I was diagnosed with a herniated lumbar disc accompanied by radicular symptoms through MRI. At that time, I often felt worse after straining my back, and there were instances when the...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Symptoms of radiculopathy caused by a herniated disc can be improved through core muscle training, but it should be done gradually, starting with simpler exercises such as planks, bridges, and modified crunches. More advanced movements like side planks and bird-dog exercises shou...[Read More] Effective Core Exercises for Strengthening with Herniated Discs
Understanding Right Leg Numbness After Chiropractic Treatment
Numbness in the right leg? I experienced pain in my right lower back and went for a massage. The therapist mentioned that my left leg had poor posture and focused on the left side during the treatment. Since then, I have felt a sense of pressure and pain, along with numbness in m...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
It may be related to muscle tension; try applying a warm compress for 15-20 minutes in the morning and evening. If the issue persists, please consult a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Understanding Right Leg Numbness After Chiropractic Treatment
Managing Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain: Insights on Nerve Issues and Treatment
How to address long-term neurological issues or conditions such as muscle inflammation? Unilateral pain from the neck to the scapula, with slight weakness in the same-side arm. Raising the arm upward and then backward causes pain and a lot of popping sounds in the scapula. The ou...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This consultation platform cannot diagnose or provide treatment for neuropathic pain, and there is no direct relationship with joint noises. However, nerve lesions may lead to muscle tightness, which could indirectly cause joint discomfort. Steroid injections should be determined...[Read More] Managing Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain: Insights on Nerve Issues and Treatment
Understanding Foot Numbness: A Guide for Herniated Disc Patients
Tingling in the soles of the feet may be associated with lumbar disc herniation? Hello doctor, I have a problem with lumbar disc herniation. I went for spinal traction and felt fine afterward, so I haven't gone back for almost a year without any recurrence. However, a few da...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
A: Based on the symptoms described, it is very likely that a lumbar disc herniation is the cause. If possible, please visit a hospital's rehabilitation department for an examination and to arrange for rehabilitation therapy.[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: A Guide for Herniated Disc Patients
Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain
What should I do about lower back pain? Hello, Doctor. I once injured my lower back while lifting heavy objects, but I didn't seek proper treatment afterward. Since then, my back has been consistently painful. I had an X-ray, and the doctor said there were no issues, but the...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
It is important to maintain proper posture regularly. If necessary, protective gear can be used in conjunction with heat therapy and appropriate stretching exercises. If there is no improvement, please visit an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist for an accurate diagnosis and...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain
Effective Rehabilitation Exercises for Herniated Discs: Your Questions Answered
Rehabilitation Exercises for Disc Herniation Hello Doctor: I have a herniated disc and am currently undergoing physical therapy at the hospital. However, due to the therapist's busy schedule, I often find it difficult to get my questions answered. Therefore, I would like to ...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: According to what you have mentioned, you have been undergoing rehabilitation therapy for some time. If the therapist is unable to answer the above questions, it is advisable to consult your rehabilitation physician in person. Wishing you good health![Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Exercises for Herniated Discs: Your Questions Answered
Managing Scoliosis: Tips for Lifting and Back Support
Spinal issues Hello, doctor. During my high school years, I carried a heavy backpack on one shoulder, which has led to my current right-sided scoliosis. Ten years ago, I consulted a rehabilitation physician who advised me to keep my head up and chest out. Currently, I work in cle...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
When the apex of the spinal curvature in scoliosis is on the right side, it is referred to as right-sided scoliosis. In such cases, strengthening rightward stretching exercises can be beneficial. Using the right hand to lift weights can have a similar effect; however, it should n...[Read More] Managing Scoliosis: Tips for Lifting and Back Support
Understanding Lumbar and Cervical Spine Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Lumbar and cervical spine issues? About ten years ago, an MRI diagnosed me with cervical disc herniation causing compression, which resulted in pain in my left upper arm and forearm, along with numbness in my left fingers. After about a year of rehabilitation, my symptoms improve...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, they are consistent with nerve compression, which is supported by MRI and X-ray findings, aligning with both clinical and diagnostic criteria. It should still be considered as nerve compression. Additionally, your clinical symptoms do not resemble t...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar and Cervical Spine Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Addressing Pain in the Clavicle and Tailbone: Rehabilitation Insights
Issues with the muscles on the right side of the coccyx and below the clavicle? Hello Doctor, I have two issues that have been bothering me for a long time. I visited a physical therapist in mid-July and saw an orthopedic doctor last week, but the problems remain unresolved. Th...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are very similar to anterior humeral translation. Performing these stretching exercises is generally appropriate and should not pose any issues. Additionally, for the clavicle pain, it is important to consider the possibility of sub...[Read More] Addressing Pain in the Clavicle and Tailbone: Rehabilitation Insights
Managing Knee Osteoarthritis and Disc Herniation: Tips for Relief and Rehabilitation
Knee osteoarthritis and intervertebral disc herniation? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing discomfort in my knees, so I visited an orthopedic clinic. After an X-ray, the doctor informed me that I have early-stage osteoarthritis in both knees. I was prescribed pain relief and ...
Dr. Lin Ruixiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Based on your description, placing something under your knees is not a major issue, as it can simultaneously alleviate lower back pain and knee pain. The main principle is that both the lower back and knees should not be suspended in the air; in this position, the...[Read More] Managing Knee Osteoarthritis and Disc Herniation: Tips for Relief and Rehabilitation
Understanding Foot Calluses and Chronic Back Pain in Cerebral Palsy Patients
There is a corn on the inner side of the left big toe, and there is recurrent lower back pain? I am a patient with cerebral palsy, and I have two questions. After removing my ankle-foot orthosis for two years, I have developed large calluses on the inner side of the big toe of my...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This consultation platform cannot diagnose the abnormal gait of patients with cerebral palsy, which may lead to abnormal wear on the feet, resulting in calluses or pain, and could also cause muscle imbalances in the lower back, leading to strains and premature degeneration of the...[Read More] Understanding Foot Calluses and Chronic Back Pain in Cerebral Palsy Patients
Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain: Rehabilitation Tips and Exercises
Lower back pain? I would like to consult a physician regarding my lower back pain, which has persisted for about a month. It is particularly noticeable when I wake up, and occasionally occurs after prolonged sitting or sneezing, but not every time. Currently, I do not experience ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
This is a consultation platform and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment methods. Each individual's condition is different and cannot be generalized. Generally, patients with myofascial pain syndrome can engage in basic stretching and gentle exercises. Jogging and core musc...[Read More] Managing Chronic Lower Back Pain: Rehabilitation Tips and Exercises
Managing Disc Herniation: Core Exercises vs. Surgery Dilemma
Lumbar disc herniation Hello Doctor: Due to lower back pain and leg numbness, I visited an orthopedic doctor and underwent an MRI. The orthopedic doctor applied for health insurance coverage for a fixation device. During this time, I have been doing core exercises and traction, a...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
If symptoms improve, rehabilitation can be continued, and subsequent changes should be monitored. If the rehabilitation outcomes are acceptable, conservative treatment may be adopted initially, delaying surgery. However, if there is still dissatisfaction with the improvement of s...[Read More] Managing Disc Herniation: Core Exercises vs. Surgery Dilemma
Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Herniated Discs: A Patient's Guide
Rehabilitation issues related to herniated discs? Hello Doctor, my current condition involves herniation of the L4, L5, and S1 intervertebral discs. I experience tingling and pain in the soles of both feet, with the left foot being more severe, and there is also numbness in the d...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
If increasing the traction weight causes discomfort, it can be paused, maintaining the current weight for continued traction. The effectiveness of caudal epidural injections varies and should be assessed by the treating physician. Patients with herniated discs are not suitable fo...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Herniated Discs: A Patient's Guide
Post-Fracture Recovery: Managing Left Hip and Lower Back Pain After Hiking
After recovering from a wrist fracture due to a fall while hiking, there is now pain radiating from the left lower back to the upper buttock? Hello, Doctor. My mother is 64 years old. After recovering from a wrist fracture due to a fall while hiking last year, she resumed the sam...
Dr. Lin Jianzhong Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: 1. If the X-ray results are normal but symptoms persist, it may be worth considering further evaluation, such as an MRI. 2. It is advisable to clarify the underlying issue before determining whether the planned exercise is appropriate. Dr. Lin Jianzhong, Rehabilit...[Read More] Post-Fracture Recovery: Managing Left Hip and Lower Back Pain After Hiking