Understanding Back Pain: Causes, Rehabilitation, and Self-Care Tips
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...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Based on your description and the nature of your work, it is likely that you are experiencing a muscle strain in your lower back due to frequently lifting heavy objects. This is not uncommon in activities or jobs that require regular lifting. In addition to managi...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: Causes, Rehabilitation, and Self-Care Tips
Understanding Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Exercises
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...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello JC: Based on the description of your X-ray, it is suspected that you have spondylolisthesis at the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae. It is recommended that you consult a professional physical therapist to guide you in appropriate exercises. 1. Pulling up on a bar functio...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Exercises
Which Specialist to Consult for Chronic Back and Joint Pain?
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...
Dr. Gao Zhenling Reply:
Hello Cindy: Your symptoms of back pain resemble those of ankylosing spondylitis; however, the knee pain and heel pain may not be related to this condition. I recommend that you visit the rehabilitation department for a thorough examination and rehabilitation treatment. Thank you...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for Chronic Back and Joint Pain?
Understanding Upper Body and Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Upper body to lower back pain? Dr. Chen: I would like to ask about some symptoms I've been experiencing. Recently, I've been feeling pain in my lower back when lying down to sleep. I also notice that pain radiates towards my groin and upper body when I turn over in bed....
Dr. Chen Jiali Reply:
Hello, based on your situation, you can consult a rehabilitation medicine specialist or an orthopedic doctor. Through a physician's interview and physical examination, it can be clarified whether the multiple areas of pain are due to one or more issues. Once a diagnosis is c...[Read More] Understanding Upper Body and Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Daily Heel Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
There is a point on my heel that feels like it's being pricked by a needle every day? Hello Doctor, my mother is 62 years old and has had a slightly misaligned spine with intermittent pain for many years. Two years ago, she underwent massage therapy, which reduced the freque...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Yu Line, Regarding the interpretation of X-rays by orthopedic physicians, the so-called "heel pain" caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia is known as plantar fasciitis. The typical symptoms include heel pain that occurs after getting out of bed in the morni...[Read More] Daily Heel Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Improving Gait Issues: Addressing External Foot Wear and Hip Pain
Outward toeing Hello, I have a question regarding long-term wear on the outer side of the heel of my shoes. New shoes wear out quickly, and I tend to walk with my feet turned outward. I've also noticed that I can't squat down properly, my outer hips are sunken, and I of...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Ms. Dou Dou: First of all, the wear on the soles of your shoes is closely related to your posture and lifestyle habits. If you have a long-term issue with your legs being externally rotated, the outer side of the heel of your shoes will be more prone to wear. The external ...[Read More] Improving Gait Issues: Addressing External Foot Wear and Hip Pain
Understanding Side Hip Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Options
The outer sides of the left and right buttocks often experience soreness? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing soreness in the outer sides of my hips (the area where my hands hang down when standing) and in the lower back near the hips. Whenever I sit for a while, I s...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it is likely that they are caused by weakness and excessive tension in the muscles of the lower back. I recommend that you develop proper posture habits, use chairs with back support, and ideally use a lumbar cushion to enhance support....[Read More] Understanding Side Hip Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Options
Managing Right-Sided Back Pain After Spine Surgery: Seeking Solutions
Sharp pain in the right side of the lower back? My mother is 51 years old and previously underwent surgery for a slipped disc in her lumbar spine, where screws were used to stabilize the vertebrae. It has been over five years since the surgery, and she has not experienced any sig...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello: It seems that the situation is not straightforward, but further investigation is necessary to understand your aunt's condition. Could she come to my clinic for a detailed examination? I will then provide you with recommendations. Sincerely, Dr. Li Wei-Chiang, Rehabili...[Read More] Managing Right-Sided Back Pain After Spine Surgery: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Rehabilitation Help
Lower back pain? Hello doctor, I would like to ask: I have been experiencing pain in my lower back and near my kidneys every day. It hurts more when I sit and even more when I sleep, and it also hurts when I walk. Sometimes the pain is unbearable. I have seen a doctor before, but...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Based on your pain symptoms, there are several common possibilities: 1. Issues originating from the renal and urinary tract, 2. Nerve root compression, 3. Musculoskeletal pain, 4. Spinal stenosis. First, we need to understand the source of the pain. Is there any tenderness upon...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Rehabilitation Help
Understanding Spinal Cartilage: Causes, Rehabilitation, and Protection Tips
Intervertebral disc cartilage Hello Doctor: My mother is 60 years old, and sometimes when she gets up or sits for a long time, her lower back feels sore. An X-ray showed that the doctor said the cartilage is worn down (it looks like it is missing). May I ask, Doctor: 1. Can carti...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Xiao Ru: Hello! It seems that your mother's issue is related to aging. The wear and tear of bones is a natural process that occurs with increasing age, similar to the development of gray hair. However, during this process, bothersome aches and pains can arise. Pain can be al...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Cartilage: Causes, Rehabilitation, and Protection Tips
Can Repetitive Strain Injuries Be Treated and Healed?
Is there a way to treat and heal repetitive strain injuries? Hello, I have been experiencing pain from my hand to my lower back for three years. I have sought treatment from various hospitals, but no one has been able to determine the cause. Recently, I came across information re...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your question: Based on the description of your symptoms and your age, certain autoimmune or other specific types of arthritis should be considered. As for the possibility of "repetitive strain injury," the description is not clear enough to provide a def...[Read More] Can Repetitive Strain Injuries Be Treated and Healed?
Rehabilitation Strategies for Elderly Patients with Osteoporosis
Elderly rehabilitation Hello, doctor. My grandmother is currently 93 years old and has osteoporosis. Last year, she underwent a vertebroplasty, but due to unsatisfactory results, she can only lie in bed now and is unable to get up, although she can still turn herself. However, th...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Li Li's online friend: Based on your description, your grandmother has osteoporosis and has been bedridden for a long time. Regarding osteoporosis, it is generally understood that bone density begins to gradually decline after the age of 35, with a significant loss oc...[Read More] Rehabilitation Strategies for Elderly Patients with Osteoporosis
Can My Friend Continue Rehab and Testing After Moving to Penghu?
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? My friend asked me to help him inquire about his situation. He was originally undergoing rehabilitation in Neihu, specifically "electrical stimulation" and "lumbar stretching." In a few days,...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Angel: Based on your description, your friend likely has a lumbar disc herniation causing nerve root compression symptoms, which can lead to numbness and pain in the lower back, buttocks, thighs, and the posterior aspect of the calves, sometimes extending to the toes. This ...[Read More] Can My Friend Continue Rehab and Testing After Moving to Penghu?
Understanding Lumbar Disc Herniation and Its Impact on Nerve Pain
Herniated disc compressing the right leg nerve? Hello, doctor. I had a CT scan, and it showed a herniated disc at the fifth lumbar vertebra and the disc below it. I feel sharp pain in my hips and thighs when bending forward, and the same occurs when leaning backward. What treatme...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Ah Hong, based on your description, you are experiencing symptoms of nerve root compression due to a herniated disc between the fifth lumbar vertebra and the first sacral vertebra. This can lead to numbness and pain in the lower back, buttocks, thighs, and the posterior asp...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Disc Herniation and Its Impact on Nerve Pain
Essential Guidelines for Safe Lumbar Traction in Rehabilitation
Lumbar traction I have a herniated disc and am currently undergoing rehabilitation. I would like to ask some related questions: 1. What precautions should be taken during lumbar traction? If not performed correctly, could it cause nerve damage or other side effects? Under what ...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Tong, Normal use of lumbar traction does not cause nerve damage. Generally, the traction machines used in rehabilitation medicine have two units of measurement: pounds and kilograms. The traction weight typically starts at one-quarter of the body weight and graduall...[Read More] Essential Guidelines for Safe Lumbar Traction in Rehabilitation
Understanding Herniated Discs: Rehabilitation Insights and Pain Management
I have a herniated disc! Since April 2005, I initially experienced lower back pain and discomfort. After three months, I sought medical attention, but no specific examinations were performed; I only underwent rehabilitation (shortwave therapy and electrical stimulation, without l...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello: When a herniated disc occurs, it can compress the spinal nerves, leading to symptoms of nerve compression. If this occurs in the lumbar spine, it can result in lower back pain, as well as pain in the buttocks and lower limbs. Mild lumbar disc herniation can improve with re...[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Rehabilitation Insights and Pain Management
Rehabilitation for Herniated Discs: Strength Training and Pain Prevention
Rehabilitation for herniated discs? Regarding rehabilitation issues related to herniated discs, thank you for your detailed response! Today, I would like to ask again: 1. During the acute phase, is it advisable to perform strength training for the back muscles and lower abdominal...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, A-Dong: During the course of a herniated disc, it is still possible to perform strength training to enhance the abdominal and back muscles, but this should be done progressively. If the initial pain is severe, isometric exercises that do not involve movement of the lumbar ...[Read More] Rehabilitation for Herniated Discs: Strength Training and Pain Prevention
Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Lumbar Disc Herniation
Rehabilitation for Herniated Disc I have a herniated disc at the L4-L5 level, and my doctor said surgery is not necessary, only rehabilitation. I would like to ask: 1. How should rehabilitation be conducted? 2. How long does the rehabilitation period last? Do I need to go to the ...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Tong, regarding your condition, you will need to undergo physical therapy that includes heat therapy, traction, and electrical stimulation. The duration of treatment will vary depending on individual circumstances, so I cannot provide you with a specific timeframe. I ...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Lumbar Disc Herniation
Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Time
Sciatica I would like to consult a doctor: For the past few days, I have been experiencing soreness on both sides of my lower back, which then progressed to pain in my right buttock that has continued to extend down to the back of my thigh. The soreness is particularly intense wh...
Dr. Gao Zhenling Reply:
Hello, Xiao Fen: The symptoms you described may be caused by nerve compression in the lower back, commonly known as sciatica. However, it could also be due to muscle overexertion. It is recommended that you visit a rehabilitation clinic for a thorough physical examination to obta...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Time
Understanding Leg Numbness: Causes and Remedies for Long Sitting
Numbness and tingling in the left foot? Hello Doctor: For the past few weeks, I have been experiencing numbness in my right calf extending to my toes, as well as soreness behind my knee radiating up to my thigh. These symptoms occur almost daily. I have been sitting for 12 hours ...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ke: Based on the symptoms you described, it is suspected that you have a lumbar disc herniation, which is compressing the nerves in the lower back, leading to pain, numbness, or radiating pain in the lower limbs. The most common affected areas are between the fourth a...[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness: Causes and Remedies for Long Sitting