Effective Treatment Strategies for Lumbar Strains and Sprains
Lumbar strain and sprain? Hello Doctor: I often experience lower back pain due to lifting heavy objects. An X-ray showed that the vertebrae at levels 2 and 3 are misaligned, there is scoliosis, and I have a lumbar strain and sprain that has not improved for over a month. What tre...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Taiwan's e-Hospital is an online consultation platform, but accurate assessment of related symptoms requires an in-person examination and evaluation. Symptoms can be alleviated through oral medications and physical therapy, and if necessary, supportive devices such as soft b...[Read More] Effective Treatment Strategies for Lumbar Strains and Sprains
Understanding Lumbar L4-L5 Slippage: Communicating Symptoms to Your Therapist
L4-L5 lumbar spondylolisthesis I have been undergoing rehabilitation at a nearby clinic, but after a few sessions, I experience significant soreness, even extending to my tailbone. How should I communicate this to my therapist during my next visit? Thank you.
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
After starting lumbar traction, as the traction weight increases, the body may experience discomfort due to the inability to adapt to the heavier force. Please communicate any uncomfortable sensations directly to the therapist and physician. After a professional on-site assessmen...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar L4-L5 Slippage: Communicating Symptoms to Your Therapist
Understanding Foot Lacerations and Muscle Tears: Recovery and Rehab Insights
Laceration of the dorsum of the right foot with extensor tendon rupture? Hello doctor, I had a motorcycle accident a while ago at night. After arriving at the hospital, I underwent surgery immediately. The doctor diagnosed me with a laceration on the dorsum of my right foot along...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to consult a rehabilitation specialist to develop a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, which will be more beneficial for your future recovery.[Read More] Understanding Foot Lacerations and Muscle Tears: Recovery and Rehab Insights
Managing Pain and Recovery After Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial fracture I had a car accident on August 27, resulting in a fractured tibia and fibula. I underwent surgery and was hospitalized for 8 days, but now my calf frequently aches and hurts, making it difficult to sleep at night. How can I improve this? Could it be because I used...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to consult a rehabilitation specialist to assess the causes of calf pain, as this will make it easier to address the issue. Typically, the recovery from a bone fracture takes about two to three months, but the duration of soreness may vary. Therefore, a thorough...[Read More] Managing Pain and Recovery After Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Understanding Pubic Muscle Fascia Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Pubic muscle fascia Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing pain in the adductor muscles of my left thigh near the pubic bone. The pain occurs when riding a motorcycle, walking, and even while sleeping. Sometimes it radiates to the surrounding area, affecting my testicle...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
You can visit the rehabilitation department for manual therapy or ultrasound examination. If there is an injury, it may be due to incomplete healing initially, and you might consider undergoing regenerative treatment.[Read More] Understanding Pubic Muscle Fascia Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Shoulder and Arm Pain: Is It Fasciitis?
Shoulder, neck, back, and arm pain? Shoulder and neck pain radiating to the arms and scapula, despite undergoing traditional Chinese medicine treatments such as acupuncture, cupping, and tui na, as well as Western rehabilitation methods like heat therapy, electrical stimulation, ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
It is recommended to undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to check for any nerve compression.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Shoulder and Arm Pain: Is It Fasciitis?
Understanding Nighttime Calf Pain: Causes and Solutions
Calf pain (unsure if it's from the calf muscle)? I have read a lot of articles but couldn't find a similar issue to mine. I experience calf pain at night, occurring about once or twice every two weeks, sometimes even once or twice a week. The pain lasts for a few hours ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Taiwan's e-Hospital is an online consultation platform and is not authorized to perform diagnoses or other medical procedures. A proper assessment of muscle, tendon, ligament, soft tissue injuries, or neurological disorders requires an in-person examination and evaluation, a...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Calf Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Groin Pain After Pelvic Injury: Causes and Solutions
Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to inquire about pain near the pubic area! Dear Doctor, I previously suffered a pelvic fracture from a car accident, and I have metal screws in my pubis and ischium (this has been over 10 years). A few years later, I underwent left inguinal hernia re...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
This is not within the scope of rehabilitation medicine; please consult a urologist.[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain After Pelvic Injury: Causes and Solutions
Understanding and Preventing Baseball-Related Arm Injuries in Young Athletes
Sports injuries Hello Doctor: My son plays baseball, and recently he has been experiencing pain in his upper arm when he extends his arm forward while pitching (the pain only occurs during pitching, not during batting). He had a similar issue last year, but it was in a different ...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Inner elbow pain is a common injury among pitchers, which may be caused by overuse, muscle weakness, poor posture, or improper technique. Possible conditions include tendon tears, ligament strains, bone spurs, and joint effusion. Training methods should follow the guidance of a p...[Read More] Understanding and Preventing Baseball-Related Arm Injuries in Young Athletes
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Displacement or Bone Spurs?
Cervical spine issues may involve either a displacement or bone spurs? Hello Doctor, I need your help. Last month, I felt numbness in the back of my neck, so I went to a large hospital for an X-ray examination. The doctor informed me that I have significant displacement in my cer...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Taiwan's e-Hospital is an online consultation platform and cannot perform diagnoses or other medical procedures. A proper assessment of discomfort symptoms requires an in-person examination. Symptoms can often be alleviated through medication or rehabilitation therapy. Gener...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Displacement or Bone Spurs?
Rehabilitation Tips for Stabilizing Hyperextended Elbows
Elbow hyperextension exceeds 180°? Hello, doctor. My elbows are in a valgus (cubitus valgus) position. While practicing a straight-arm flag hold on a steel pipe, my lower arm experienced excessive pressure, causing my elbows to suddenly bend outward beyond 180°, and this has happ...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello: 1. When practicing a straight arm flag on the steel pipe, use protective gear as shown in the image, such as an elbow brace. 2. Strengthen muscle power, as illustrated in the 90-degree elbow position. Wishing you safety and health! Sincerely, Dr. Li Wei-Chiang, Director of...[Read More] Rehabilitation Tips for Stabilizing Hyperextended Elbows
Understanding Shoulder Noises: Possible Causes and Solutions for Stability Issues
Shoulder sounds Hello Dr. Wang: I have a clicking sound in my right shoulder during lateral raises at the acromion, and there is also a sound when my scapula retracts, although it doesn't hurt at the moment. After a while, I do feel discomfort on the inner side of the scapul...
Dr. Wang Zhaomin Reply:
Neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders can lead to related symptoms, but a proper assessment requires an in-person examination and evaluation. Online consultations cannot replace an actual visit. Please consult an orthopedic or rehabilitation specialist for an accurate diagn...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Noises: Possible Causes and Solutions for Stability Issues
Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Improving Knee Flexibility and Muscle Strength
Rehabilitation after surgery for a fracture? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask, after having a titanium plate inserted for a left thigh fracture on June 7 and experiencing a right calf gastrocnemius strain, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to know,...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of commitment, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Improving Knee Flexibility and Muscle Strength
Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Surgical rehabilitation after a fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, after a titanium plate was implanted for a left thigh fracture on June 7 and a calf strain on the right leg, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to know, generally after a fr...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of commitment, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Recovery Timeline for Post-Surgery Fractures and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation after surgery for a fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, after having a titanium plate inserted for a left thigh bone fracture on June 7 and experiencing a right calf gastrocnemius strain, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to ...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of motivation, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Post-Surgery Fractures and Rehabilitation
Recovery Timeline for Post-Surgery Rehabilitation After Fractures
Surgical rehabilitation after a fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, after having a titanium plate inserted for a left thigh fracture on June 7 and experiencing a calf strain in the right leg, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to know, gener...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of commitment, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Post-Surgery Rehabilitation After Fractures
Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Rehabilitation after surgery for a fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, after having a titanium plate inserted for a left thigh fracture on June 7 and experiencing a strain in the right calf muscle, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to know,...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of commitment, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Persistent Right Hand Discomfort: Causes and Treatment Options
The right hand often feels sore? I have been experiencing persistent soreness in my right hand. It feels sore even when at rest, and moving it slightly makes the soreness worse, similar to the muscle soreness after intense exercise. I have visited a rehabilitation clinic, but the...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Consideration should be given to cervical nerve or peripheral nerve compression, and X-rays along with neurological examinations are necessary.[Read More] Persistent Right Hand Discomfort: Causes and Treatment Options
Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Rehabilitation after surgery for a fracture? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, after a left thigh bone fracture with titanium plate fixation on June 7 and a right calf gastrocnemius strain, I started rehabilitation slowly in the fourth week. I would like to know, generally after...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
The recovery of muscle strength after a fracture varies significantly depending on the individual's physical condition, rehabilitation progress, and level of motivation, and it may take anywhere from three months to six months.[Read More] Rehabilitation After Fracture Surgery: Timeline for Recovery and Strength
Managing Recurrent Pain from Foot Injuries: Rehabilitation Tips
Dorsal foot contusion subsequent issues recurrent injuries? I have had 12 sessions of orthopedic and rehabilitation treatment. I suffered a contusion on the top of my foot, but there was no damage to the bones; however, the ligaments and surrounding tissues were injured. I rested...
Dr. Li Yanheng Reply:
Ultrasound diagnosis may be considered to confirm the presence of fascia or ligament tears. If present, prolotherapy injections may be considered.[Read More] Managing Recurrent Pain from Foot Injuries: Rehabilitation Tips