Stroke, Rehabilitation FAQ - Page 4

Severe pain in the soles and dorsum of the feet after rhabdomyolysis? Hello, my brother suffered from heat stroke in early August this year, which led to rhabdomyolysis. He was hospitalized for 16 days and underwent emergency dialysis treatment. After all his indicators returned ...

Parkinson's disease Hello Director: There have been significant breakthroughs in surgical treatment for Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. National Taiwan University Hospital and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital have both announced successful cases of deep brain elec...

Massage device Hello, doctor! To relieve or alleviate aches and pains, it's common for older adults to use a metal rod, rhythmically tapping and striking it, seemingly managing everything on their own without needing assistance! Recently, it seems to have become popular, as ...

Severe stroke Dear Dr. Chen, My brother is 40 years old and has been managing his hypertension with medication for several years. However, he often disregards advice and drinks alcohol almost daily, thinking he is still young. A year ago, one night he suddenly had a stroke and w...

Two strokes? Hello Dr. Chen, my father’s business collapsed seven years ago, and he has been hiding from debts, which has caused him a lot of stress and anxiety. In a short period, he developed various health issues, the most concerning being a sudden stroke. He collapsed and was...

Sleeping in for three extra minutes is good for your health? Hello, Dr. Chen! I received the following article from a friend and would like to ask for your professional opinion. I apologize for taking up your time! Thank you for your expertise! After waking up, taking three min...

Elderly rehabilitation Hello, doctor. My grandmother is currently 93 years old and has osteoporosis. Last year, she underwent a vertebroplasty, but due to unsatisfactory results, she can only lie in bed now and is unable to get up, although she can still turn herself. However, th...

I have a herniated disc! Since April 2005, I initially experienced lower back pain and discomfort. After three months, I sought medical attention, but no specific examinations were performed; I only underwent rehabilitation (shortwave therapy and electrical stimulation, without l...

Hip joint My hip joint has been confirmed to be degenerative after an examination by a rehabilitation specialist. How should I exercise for rehabilitation? For example, how long should I walk each day, and which swimming strokes are better to help slow down the degeneration of my...

Rehabilitation for Herniated Discs If someone has a herniated disc, are there any restrictions on swimming techniques? For example, is it advisable to only use freestyle and avoid breaststroke?

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...

Aphasia Dear Dr. Guan: How should rehabilitation for aphasia caused by a stroke be conducted, and how can family members assist? My father had nasal snuff cancer and dermatomyositis eight years ago. Is there a possibility that acupuncture treatment for the stroke could trigger a ...

About Stroke Dear Director Hsu: What are the causes of stroke? Is there a hereditary component? How can it be prevented? Is it true that people who have had a stroke should not receive massages? Do common blood-cleansing medications really work? Can they effectively prevent strok...

Could you please provide more details or specify your question regarding speech therapy? My father suffered a stroke (intracerebral hemorrhage) on June 22 of this year, and after surgery to remove a portion of his skull and part of his left brain, he was saved. He is now back hom...

Rehabilitation for Parkinson's Disease The student is enrolled in the Department of Physical Therapy at Fooyin University and is currently providing long-term home rehabilitation care for a patient, Mr. Cheng-Po Kuo, the former director of Kaohsiung Medical University Hospit...

What is the condition of ischemic myelitis? My spouse unfortunately experienced an aortic dissection in January of this year, which led to ischemic myelitis, resulting in paralysis of both lower limbs. Despite rehabilitation, she still relies on a walker for mobility. Could you p...

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption in normal brain function caused by an external force, such as a blow to the head or a penetrating injury. TBIs can range from mild concussions to severe brain damage, and What is the anatomy and physiology of traumatic brain injury?

Low back pain Hello Dr. Kang, I usually have a habit of exercising, and bending over is not an issue for me. I often swim in the summer without any problems. However, two months ago, after swimming the butterfly stroke, I seemed to have strained my lower back. In the following d...