Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation FAQ - Page 60

Lower back pain and chest rib pain? Recently, my respiratory system has been very sensitive, coinciding with a sandstorm and poor air quality. I have been wearing an activated carbon mask, but after a few days, I feel a tightness in my chest and can hardly catch my breath. I do n...

Foot cramps? Hello, doctor! My mother was sitting with her right leg crossed while watching TV for about 5 minutes, and now she is unable to place her foot flat on the ground. She experiences sharp pain in her right ankle when walking. What should we do in this situation? Thank y...

Knee pain I have been experiencing an issue over the past couple of days: I can walk normally, but after standing for a few minutes, I am unable to squat down with my right knee. The knee feels tight and painful. What should I do? Thank you!

Lower back pain Recently, I have been experiencing frequent pain in my lower back, and occasionally the pain radiates from my lower back to my buttocks, thighs, and calves. Could this be sciatica? Can rehabilitation completely resolve this issue? Thank you!

Mild stroke Hello, Dr. Chen! My father has high blood pressure, and he has been very cautious about it, controlling it with medication for the past 20 years. He doesn't dare to go out when the weather is cold. The day before yesterday morning, he woke up and noticed that his...

Lower back pain? Hello, doctor! I've been experiencing pain in the upper left side of my back for the past few days, and my right thigh muscles hurt so much that I can hardly walk. Sometimes, the pain extends to my calf as well. How should I address this confusing pain? Than...

Rehabilitation golden period My uncle had a stroke a year ago. He drops small items and needs assistance to walk. He only underwent rehabilitation for a month right after the stroke and then returned home. I've heard that after the rehabilitation golden period, the chances o...

Elbow pain Hello, doctor! Last year, I accompanied my mother to rehabilitation, and the physician and therapist taught us that when shoulder soreness occurs after lifting objects, performing reverse pelvic lifts can help alleviate it. She has been doing that, but now her issue is...

Hip joint injury Hello Dr. Pan, I was playing basketball when I jumped and got pushed in the air. To avoid falling, I landed with my legs spread apart, which resulted in an injury to my left foot. Initially, it was very painful whenever I moved it, but now it’s more uncomfortable...

Post-Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery Hello, Doctor! I have injured my anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) due to a car accident. How long after the reconstruction surgery can I start rehabilitation? Will there be any long-term effects? Thank you!

Thumb injury Hello Doctor: My left thumb was cut by a falling glass window. The wound has healed, but the joint is not as flexible as it was before the injury. I am experiencing swelling and pain; could this indicate a ligament tear? Is it too late to start rehabilitation after a...

Postoperative hip surgery My mother underwent hip surgery two years ago, but she still feels uncomfortable. What can be done to alleviate her pain? Thank you!

Bruise A year ago, I fell several times while skiing, but the pain disappeared after applying a medicated patch. Six months ago, I slipped while canyoning and was in so much pain that I had to be taken to the emergency room, where an X-ray showed no fractures. After resting for a...

Clavicle fracture My father was unfortunately knocked down while riding his motorcycle, resulting in a fractured clavicle. He did not undergo surgical fixation; instead, it is being protected with a figure-eight shoulder strap and a triangular bandage. The doctor mentioned that h...

Frog legs My little daughter is 3 years old, and I have recently noticed that she seems unable to squat down. I have tried to teach her, but she still cannot do it, which has made me worry that she might have "frog legs." If that is the case, can rehabilitation improve ...

Bone loss My mother is 70 years old and has severe osteoporosis. However, she has been diligently seeing orthopedic and rehabilitation specialists for the past 10 years. She has taken Fosamax and has undergone rehabilitation for a long time, which has led to significant improveme...

Palm pain or tingling in the palm? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my friend who is 40 years old. She accidentally fell while riding a bike and injured her left side, specifically her left shoulder and left foot. After a week or two, she started experiencing a tinglin...

Bowlegs My mother is currently 68 years old and has frequently undergone rehabilitation for knee pain over the past nine years. She has experienced significant bone loss and has taken Fosamax for a period of time. Two years ago, she did not show obvious signs of bowlegs, but it h...

Shoulder pain and arm pain? My mother often says that she is a useless woman. At 50 years old, she experiences aches and pains in various parts of her body. When she lifts something slightly heavy, her arms become sore; if she carries something with her shoulders, the pain become...

Sports injuries Dear Doctor: I used to play badminton without experiencing any soreness in my hands, but recently, after about 30 minutes of playing, my legs feel sore and my right hand feels even more sore. Should I warm up first? How can I avoid sports injuries while playing ba...