Post-Surgery Muscle Weakness: Understanding Recovery After Spinal Surgery
Postoperative muscle weakness after spinal surgery? Hello Dr. Wang! I have rheumatoid arthritis and underwent lumbar spondylolisthesis surgery in July 2022, but it became loose. I had another surgery in February this year. I no longer experience nerve pain, but I still have soren...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Post-operative soreness, weakness, and the need for assistive devices for walking may be influenced by the original condition, may result from soft tissue damage caused by the surgery, or may be due to a lack of rehabilitation treatment after the procedure. Each individual's...[Read More] Post-Surgery Muscle Weakness: Understanding Recovery After Spinal Surgery
Understanding Wrist Injuries: Recovery, Treatment Options, and Rehabilitation
Regarding wrist injury issues? Hello Dr. Lee, I injured my wrist in June of this year, and it has been five and a half months since then. Initially, an orthopedic doctor at the clinic diagnosed me with possible injuries to the scapholunate ligament and the triangular fibrocartil...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
1. It is fine to have a splint made at the rehabilitation department, but a fixed splint may significantly limit mobility. It is recommended to continue using a Velcro wrist brace, and both can be used alternately. 2. You can go to the rehabilitation outpatient clinic for evalu...[Read More] Understanding Wrist Injuries: Recovery, Treatment Options, and Rehabilitation
Can You Recover from Joint Injuries Like Professional Athletes?
Is it possible to recover from injuries to the throwing joint like professional athletes do? Hello, doctor. Due to improper exertion while playing baseball during high school, I have sustained a ligament strain in my joint. It has been ten years, and although I can use my arm nor...
Dr. Wang Huijun Reply:
Hello Mr. Lai: The issues caused by sports injuries are usually determined by the initial injury and the current use of the injured area. Generally speaking, rest is the top priority after a sports injury. However, many people believe that if there is no pain, they are healed. In...[Read More] Can You Recover from Joint Injuries Like Professional Athletes?
Understanding ACL Injury Recovery: Insights on Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
After an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury? Hello Dr. Zhou, I am a patient with a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Currently, I am focusing on strengthening my muscles and undergoing electrical therapy. I would like to learn more about this topic and have a few questi...
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
Even after receiving PRP treatment, rehabilitation is still necessary. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a crucial ligament for knee stability, and the rehabilitation process for it typically takes longer than for other ligaments.[Read More] Understanding ACL Injury Recovery: Insights on Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
Effectiveness of PRP Treatment for ACL Tears and Instability
PRP Anterior Cruciate Ligament Hello Doctor, I recently sustained an injury to my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to intense exercise and a fall, resulting in a partial tear and grade I instability. It has been over a year, and I have undergone some electrical therapy, heat ...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Dear A-Qiang, Hello. I have a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) with grade I instability that has lasted for over a year. I have undergone some electrical therapy, heat treatment, and muscle strength training, but I still experience weakness in my legs. I am c...[Read More] Effectiveness of PRP Treatment for ACL Tears and Instability