Understanding Left Chest and Neck Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Pain from the left chest to the neck? Hello Doctor: Last week, after I got up in the morning, I felt a heaviness in my left shoulder that seemed to extend to my chest. There is a dull pain that feels like it is radiating, and when I look to the left or right, it feels tight. When...
Dr. Xu Yongnan Reply:
Please first visit a cardiologist to check if there are any issues with your heart.[Read More] Understanding Left Chest and Neck Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Adult Torticollis: Effective Treatments for Facial Asymmetry
Adult torticollis I have had torticollis (tilted neck) on my left side since birth. I underwent two surgeries when I was around one and a half to two years old, but my condition has not improved, and the torticollis has continued to accompany me as I grew up. From last year to th...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
At 17 years old, facial features have fully developed, and any changes can only be achieved through cosmetic procedures. Botox has only a temporary effect; for a permanent solution, surgical intervention is necessary! Recent neck pain caused by tightness can be improved through p...[Read More] Understanding Adult Torticollis: Effective Treatments for Facial Asymmetry
Neck Pain and Arm Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help?
Neck pain with occasional hand numbness or arm pain? Hello, doctor: I am an office worker and spend most of my working hours sitting and using the computer. Three years ago, I started experiencing pain in my arms, and after seeing an orthopedic doctor, I was advised to undergo he...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
Please consult the rehabilitation department to receive both medication and rehabilitation therapy simultaneously. However, if surgery is being considered, you will need to see an orthopedic or neurosurgeon (neurosurgery is more commonly performed for cervical spine issues). Reha...[Read More] Neck Pain and Arm Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Help?
Understanding Fatigue and Sleepiness: The Impact of Cervical Spine Issues
Fatigue, hypersomnia Hello, doctor. The patient has been experiencing prolonged fatigue, excessive sleepiness, pressure and discomfort in the upper part of the eyes, and a constant feeling of brain fog, lacking energy. Despite sleeping 6-7 hours daily, there is no sense of refres...
Dr. Jian Jincheng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, I recommend that you see a physician for relevant examinations (such as X-rays) to determine if it is a cervical spine issue. I suggest you visit a rehabilitation medicine clinic. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Fatigue and Sleepiness: The Impact of Cervical Spine Issues
Understanding Adult Torticollis: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Adult torticollis Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask a question. My son is 22 years old this year. Since he was little, I made him sleep on his stomach on the same side (right side). Foolishly, I only focused on the uneven curvature of the back of his head, wanting to correct ...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Visit the rehabilitation department at a major hospital.[Read More] Understanding Adult Torticollis: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Nighttime Neck Pain: Understanding and Treating Your Symptoms
Waking up in the middle of the night with pain in the back of the head, to the point of breaking out in a cold sweat? Hello Doctor: My problem is that every night when I sleep, I wake up in the early morning due to a shocking pain at the back of my head where it meets my neck. Th...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Consider cervical magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electromyography (EMG) examination.[Read More] Nighttime Neck Pain: Understanding and Treating Your Symptoms
Effective Techniques to Relieve Shoulder and Neck Pain
Shoulder and neck pain? Shoulder and neck pain is a common issue. How can a physician help relieve shoulder and neck tension? I believe the pain is due to an inability to relax these areas. During CPR training, my instructor reminded me to keep my shoulders relaxed, which made me...
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
Raise your shoulders to the maximum effort and hold for 6-10 seconds, then relax. Coordinate with diaphragmatic breathing: lift your shoulders while inhaling for 6 seconds, and relax while exhaling for 12 seconds.[Read More] Effective Techniques to Relieve Shoulder and Neck Pain
Can Ultrasound Therapy Cause Headaches? Exploring the Connection
Does ultrasound release any substances that can cause headaches? Dr. Chou: Hello! A few months ago, I experienced shoulder and neck pain and underwent rehabilitation. The doctor prescribed heat therapy, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound. After two to three days, I developed ...
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
The therapeutic ultrasound used in rehabilitation medicine is a type of deep heat modality that has certain efficacy for shoulder myofascial pain syndrome and acts locally. Currently, there is no literature indicating that it causes migraines. It is recommended to consult a neuro...[Read More] Can Ultrasound Therapy Cause Headaches? Exploring the Connection
Effective Strategies for Managing Shoulder and Neck Pain
Regarding shoulder and neck pain? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing persistent shoulder and neck pain for a long time, approximately for the past two years. Sometimes the muscles in my shoulders feel tight and painful when pressed. However, I didn't start using a smartp...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Dear Xiao Tang, Hello, regarding shoulder and neck pain; the muscles in your shoulders feel hard when pressed, and the pain is due to the inability of the muscles to relax. This is closely related to posture and is not solely caused by smartphone use (although this is one of the...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Shoulder and Neck Pain
Understanding Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions for Office Workers
Neck pain issues? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my neck pain. I have pain in two areas of my neck. When I turn my head all the way to the right, I feel pain in the right posterior side of my neck, which is usually more noticeable in the morning when I wake up. Although...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Neck pain among office workers is quite common and appears to be tendonitis. A clinical diagnosis is preferable.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions for Office Workers
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Pillow Impact on Neck Pain and Rehabilitation
Cervical spine issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my shoulder and neck pain. I visited an orthopedic specialist who informed me that I have slippage and degeneration in cervical vertebrae 3, 4, and 5. I have been undergoing rehabilitation, including traction, heat th...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
An unsuitable pillow can lead to discomfort, but there are no pillow testing centers in Taiwan.[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Pillow Impact on Neck Pain and Rehabilitation
Effective Stretching and Tips to Relieve Shoulder Pain and Discomfort
Shoulder pain? Hello Dr. Su: I often experience soreness and sharp pain in my right shoulder. This is likely due to my frequent use of my right hand, lifting heavy objects, and working on the computer. What stretching exercises or other methods can I do to improve this condition?...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of shoulder and neck pain, such as poor posture, trauma, or prolonged heavy lifting. To fully alleviate the symptoms, it is essential to first diagnose the underlying cause in order to provide targeted treatment. Therefore, I recommend that you visit ...[Read More] Effective Stretching and Tips to Relieve Shoulder Pain and Discomfort
Neck Pain After Sneezing: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery Tips
Bilateral neck pain? After I sneezed, my neck and shoulders started to hurt like I have a stiff neck. It hurts no matter how I turn my neck, and there are also cracking sounds. My arms feel sore and uncomfortable. I have applied pain relief patches, taken muscle relaxants, and us...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
A physician must conduct an in-person examination to make a diagnosis.[Read More] Neck Pain After Sneezing: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Muscle Cramps and Pain in the Neck Area: Causes and Solutions
Dull pain Hello, Doctor! Recently, the muscles near my right trapezius close to the cervical spine have been frequently tightening up, especially after bending my head down to do some housework, which causes sharp pain. What could this phenomenon be? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: 1. It may be due to a chronic muscle strain, resulting in muscle and tendon shortening, cervical degeneration, or intervertebral disc herniation compressing th...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Cramps and Pain in the Neck Area: Causes and Solutions
Chronic Shoulder and Neck Pain: Finding the Right Specialist for Relief
Shoulder and neck pain? Hello, I have been experiencing pain in my left shoulder and neck for 4-5 years. I have consulted many doctors, but the cause of my pain has not been identified, and I have not received effective treatment. I have seen an orthopedic specialist (who said th...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Are you just asking me which department to consult? Of course, I would say that rehabilitation medicine is sometimes not just about which specialty to see, but about finding the right person. I think you've already seen the appropriate specialists, and since you're stil...[Read More] Chronic Shoulder and Neck Pain: Finding the Right Specialist for Relief
Understanding Neck Stiffness in Young Children: When to Seek Help
Children's neck stiffness (wry neck) Hello Dr. Su: My son is almost five years old. He has been experiencing frequent neck stiffness since he was around three years old. Sometimes it resembles the symptoms of a stiff neck, but it is not caused by sleeping. Is it normal for h...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
In medical terms, "wry neck" is referred to as acute cervical spondyloarthritis, which is characterized by stiffness and pain in the neck that occurs after sleep. The primary symptom is waking up in the morning with neck pain, which may be accompanied by limited range o...[Read More] Understanding Neck Stiffness in Young Children: When to Seek Help
Understanding Shoulder and Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions
Shoulder and neck pain? Hello, Doctor: Recently, my left hand has been shaking, my shoulder often feels sore and stiff, and my neck makes sounds when I move it. My blood appears very thick and dark red. I would like to know what could be the cause of this and how to improve it.
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your questions and provide the following suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, you are quite young, and the tremor in your left hand could be attributed to several factors: 1. Electrolyte imbalance (especially...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder and Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions
Effective Solutions for Neck Pain and Stiffness from Daily Activities
Neck pain I experience neck pain and stiffness whenever I look down at a newspaper or work on the computer, even when writing an email. What can I do to alleviate this? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your questions and provide the following suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, please regularly perform heat therapy on your neck and engage in isometric and gentle stretching exercises for the neck. 2. For isometri...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Neck Pain and Stiffness from Daily Activities
Understanding Neck Pain: Causes and Relief for Cervical Discomfort
Bilateral neck pain? I feel discomfort right below the back of my head, and I often experience a feeling of pressure and pain on both sides of my cervical spine, especially after bending my head down to do something. The pressure and pain can become almost unbearable. I can relie...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, it may be due to cervical disc herniation or cervical degenerative joint disease, which can cause compression of the cervical nerves when the neck is flexed. However, it could al...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain: Causes and Relief for Cervical Discomfort
Improving Sleep Quality: Can Rehabilitation Help with Insomnia?
About Sleep Hello, Director Su! My sleep quality is very poor, and I have been suffering from long-term insomnia. I can fall asleep with medication, but I experience continuous vivid dreams. Can rehabilitation help improve this? Thank you!
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
Poor sleep quality can lead to a lack of energy throughout the day and difficulty concentrating. When experiencing insomnia, it is essential to consider whether it is a symptom of another underlying condition; addressing the root cause is necessary rather than treating all insomn...[Read More] Improving Sleep Quality: Can Rehabilitation Help with Insomnia?