Understanding Frozen Shoulder: Recovery Time and Recurrence Risks
Frozen shoulder My mother has been experiencing frequent soreness and pain in her right shoulder lately, to the point where she cannot sleep on her right side. She also has difficulty reaching for items above her head and cannot comb her hair. A doctor told her it is frozen shoul...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. In reality, frozen shoulder refers to an injury to the shoulder joint or tendon inflammation, which results in an inability to raise the arm or lift it to the side for a period of time. This l...[Read More] Understanding Frozen Shoulder: Recovery Time and Recurrence Risks
Effective Rehabilitation for Shoulder and Arm Pain Relief
Shoulder and arm soreness? Hello, doctor! I often experience soreness in my shoulders and arms when lifting heavy objects. A few days ago, I went for folk therapy with a friend, but there was no noticeable effect. Can physical therapy help improve this in a short time? Thank you!
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
There are many causes of shoulder pain, and determining the underlying issue depends on the location and nature of the pain. Simple shoulder pain, without accompanying numbness or functional limitations in the hands, is usually due to muscle or ligament injuries caused by overexe...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation for Shoulder and Arm Pain Relief
Shoulder Pain from Heavy Lifting: Is It Tendonitis and Can Rehab Help?
Shoulder pain If you frequently carry heavy objects and are experiencing shoulder pain over time, it could be indicative of shoulder tendonitis. Rehabilitation is often an effective treatment option for this condition. Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Carrying heavy objects primarily leads to overuse of the "levator scapulae" and "trapezius" muscles. 2. At home, you can apply heat, use topical analgesic ointments and patches, a...[Read More] Shoulder Pain from Heavy Lifting: Is It Tendonitis and Can Rehab Help?
Effective Rehabilitation for Shoulder Pain: Quick Relief Strategies
Shoulder pain Hello, doctor! I am a businessman and often lift heavy objects, which frequently causes soreness in my shoulders and arms. A few days ago, I tried cupping therapy with a friend, but this traditional remedy did not show significant results. Can physical therapy help ...
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. The most important treatment is **rest**. Repeated injuries can lead to chronic damage, which is difficult to treat due to poor local circulation and pot...[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation for Shoulder Pain: Quick Relief Strategies
Effective Treatments for Frozen Shoulder: What Works Best?
The most appropriate treatment method for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is physical therapy? I have shoulder pain and have received treatment at a hospital in the northern region, including electrical therapy and painful stretching. What type of treatment would be more ef...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. For the treatment of frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), deep heat therapy (such as shortwave diathermy, ultrasound, and laser therapy) and electrical therapy (such as interferential current and...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Frozen Shoulder: What Works Best?
Protecting Your Health: Tips for Hairstylists to Prevent Occupational Injuries
Occupational disease Hello Director Chen: I have been working in hair design for 17 years. My job involves standing for long periods and constantly using a hairdryer. Over time, I occasionally experience difficulty standing or lifting the hairdryer, but I have noticed that many o...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. In the hairdressing industry, the most common complaints are lower back pain, shoulder pain, and elbow pain. 2. Before and after work each day, it is advisable to perform stretching and muscle training ...[Read More] Protecting Your Health: Tips for Hairstylists to Prevent Occupational Injuries
Simple Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain from Lifting Heavy Objects
Shoulder pain Hello, Director Chen! I often lift heavy objects with my hands and sometimes with my shoulders, which has resulted in shoulder pain that feels overwhelming. A friend taught me to sit on a chair and use both hands to lift myself up, raising my body above the seat, bu...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Rest is the most important; avoid overusing the same muscle group. 2. You can perform pendulum exercises: let the upper limb hang naturally and swing in various directions (forward and backward, in circl...[Read More] Simple Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain from Lifting Heavy Objects
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Why Does My Mom's Frozen Shoulder Hurt After Treatment?
Frozen shoulder Hello, Director Chen! Today, on June 8th, I accompanied my mother to the rehabilitation department, where the doctor diagnosed her with frozen shoulder. She received an injection and underwent rehabilitation, but afterwards she felt very sore. The doctor had alrea...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. Generally speaking, for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), steroid injections may be administered locally. It is important to aspirate before the injection to avoid hitting a blood vessel. If t...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Why Does My Mom's Frozen Shoulder Hurt After Treatment?
Understanding Nighttime Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
The shoulder joints only started to hurt before sleeping, but they do not hurt at all during the day? Dear Vice Dean Zheng, My mother-in-law (75 years old) has been experiencing persistent shoulder joint pain for the past few months. Interestingly, the pain only starts at night ...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your inquiry: Based on your symptom description, it may be rotator cuff tendinitis or shoulder joint pathology causing her discomfort. It is recommended to apply heat therapy regularly, for twenty minutes in the morning and evening. If there is no improvement, a th...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Shoulder Pain: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Neck and shoulder swelling and pain? Hello: The stress from studying and daily life has caused my shoulders and neck to be very stiff. Recently, over the past month, I developed a small lump near my right shoulder close to the clavicle, which is painful when pressed and also hurt...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your inquiry: Based on your symptom description, if there is a noticeable lump, it is essential to have it examined immediately to rule out lymphadenopathy or other tumor possibilities. Additionally, the stiffness and pain in your shoulders and neck may be indicati...[Read More] Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Shoulder pain Hello, Director Chen! I have been doing household chores daily, such as hanging clothes, scrubbing pots, and cleaning the bathtub, and everything has been smooth for decades. Recently, I suddenly experienced shoulder pain. I initially applied ice to the area and imm...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Injuries to the rotator cuff can lead to difficulty in raising the arm above 90 degrees for an extended period, which may result in frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). (2) Treatment typically takes about 1 to 2 months, and the recovery period for frozen shoulder is general...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Relieving Neck and Shoulder Pain: Acupuncture and Rehabilitation Solutions
Shoulder and neck pain? Hello, Doctor! On August 18, a report from the Central Broadcasting System mentioned a 32-year-old woman who experienced shoulder and neck discomfort due to work-related stress. She sought treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, who fou...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Needle punctures in the skin may lead to infection. (2) Rehabilitation can utilize electrical stimulation and ultrasound, achieving similar effects. (3) Intradermal needles provide continuous stimulation, which is stronger than acupuncture, but may lead to overstimulation.[Read More] Relieving Neck and Shoulder Pain: Acupuncture and Rehabilitation Solutions
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Is It a Herniated Disc?
Herniated disc Hello Director Chen: I have a dull pain extending from my left arm to the scapula, making it difficult to sleep on my left side. Could this be a cartilage herniation? Sometimes, I experience similar pain on the right side as well. Besides taking glucosamine daily, ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) It may be a cervical disc herniation. (2) Please pay attention to your neck posture and strengthen isometric exercises for the neck. (3) Avoid excessive neck flexion and lifting heavy objects.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Is It a Herniated Disc?
Understanding Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain: Seeking Solutions
Neck issues Hello doctor, I have been experiencing tightness and soreness in my neck and shoulders for a long time, about four to five years. My condition is such that I find it easier to turn my neck to the left, while turning to the right feels tighter. I often need to tilt my ...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Hello: Your question is quite common, and many people experience this issue. If there is no history of injury, based on my clinical practice, I would first inform the patient of some precautions and arrange for rehabilitation therapy. If there is no improvement after a month, I w...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Shoulder issues Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing pain in my left shoulder for the past few years. Whenever I carry a backpack for more than 20 minutes, my shoulder starts to hurt, and it feels like it might dislocate. In high school, I often carried heavy items to school, a...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Ms. Shui: The shoulder joint consists of four joints, with the glenohumeral joint having the greatest range of motion. Its dynamic stability is provided by muscles, ligaments, and the glenoid cavity. Due to your long-term habit of carrying a heavy bag on your left shoulde...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Effective Self-Rehabilitation Strategies for Tennis Shoulder Injuries
Tennis shoulder injuries I have been experiencing shoulder pain since I didn't warm up before exercising. It's not severe enough that I can't lift my arm above 90 degrees, but I can't use it too much. What can I do for self-rehabilitation? If I go to the hospi...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Shoulder injuries from sports are mostly tendon or ligament sprains. Self-rehabilitation: 1. Massage the Ba Xie points, as well as the junctions of the metacarpals and fingers. 2. Perform pendulum exercises with the arm hanging down (for about ten minutes). 3. Perform isometr...[Read More] Effective Self-Rehabilitation Strategies for Tennis Shoulder Injuries
Understanding Left Shoulder Pain After an Accident: Recovery Insights
Left shoulder pain? Hello Doctor, about six months ago I was in a car accident. Initially, I thought there was only an issue with my left side rib under the armpit (I had an X-ray and there were no fractures), but after three months of recovery, the pain in my left armpit gradual...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
(1) Deep muscle pain in the left shoulder may be diagnosed as follows: 1. Strain of the internal and external rotator muscles, requiring deep heat therapy (shortwave, ultrasound, laser) and deep electrical therapy (interferential current). 2. Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)...[Read More] Understanding Left Shoulder Pain After an Accident: Recovery Insights
Understanding Muscle Fibrosis: Treatment Options for Shoulder Pain
Muscle fibrosis I would like to ask about my shoulders. After a strain, they have not healed, and a doctor mentioned that I have developed fibrosis. I feel tightness and stiffness in both shoulders every day, and despite undergoing various treatments, there has been no improvemen...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, you did not clearly specify the location of your shoulder strain and the areas where you feel stiffness, so it is difficult to determine the exact cause of your shoulder stiffness. Therefore, I can only provide information based on the most common areas that lead to should...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Fibrosis: Treatment Options for Shoulder Pain
Understanding Myofascial Pain: Duration, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Myofascial pain I would like to ask if the pain phase of acute myofascial inflammation lasts a long time? I have never experienced shoulder pain before! It only started after I was too tense during acupuncture last time, and my prone position was incorrect, which caused me to exe...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Yang Er: The issues with your shoulders may be due to poor posture and muscle stiffness caused by stress, along with improper exertion leading to muscle or tendon strains. The clinical treatment approach is summarized as follows: 1. Acute Phase: Within 24-48 hours post-i...[Read More] Understanding Myofascial Pain: Duration, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Neck Pain, Migraines, Insomnia, and Tinnitus: A Comprehensive Approach
Neck and shoulder pain, migraines, insomnia, tinnitus? Dr. Guan: Hello! I am a professor in the Department of Business Administration at National Chiayi University, and I have been teaching for over 20 years. I have been suffering from insomnia and tinnitus for the past three to ...
Dr. Guan Zaoxiang Reply:
Dear Professor Chi, Regarding the symptoms you mentioned, it does seem likely that they could be related to cervical spine issues, potentially connected to your work and lifestyle. The examination is not difficult; you can start with a standard X-ray, and if there are further fi...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain, Migraines, Insomnia, and Tinnitus: A Comprehensive Approach