Thumb, Rehabilitation FAQ

Where to Buy and How to Choose Thumb Valgus Cushions or Sleeves

Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Hello Dr. Chen, thank you for your response! Regarding the purchase of a thumb valgus pad or sleeve, where can I obtain one? How should I choose? Thank you! May

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. You can purchase them at specialized assistive device centers or medical supply stores in various locations. 2. An assessment by a qualified physician and therapist is required to evaluate the lower limb load-bearing condition, which may include the use of toe spacers or bun...

Can Thumb Valgus Be Rehabilitated? Expert Insights on Treatment Options

Hallux valgus Hello Dr. Chen! I have had hallux valgus for quite a long time and have never paid much attention to it. Recently, it seems to be getting worse. May I ask professionally: can rehabilitation for hallux valgus help restore it? Thank you!

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. There are many causes of hallux valgus, including deformities caused by gout, the gradual flattening of the foot arch, and improper weight-bearing positions of the foot. 2. Rehabilitation involves ultrasound and electrical therapy to reduce inflammation, as well as teaching ...

Managing Wrist Tendonitis: Effective Rehab Strategies for Quick Recovery

Wrist tendonitis Hello, Director! I cannot be away from the computer for even a second at work, which has resulted in severe pain in the thumb area of my right wrist. An orthopedic diagnosis indicated tendonitis, and I was prescribed anti-inflammatory medication and ointment, alo...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. It may be "De Quervain's tenosynovitis," which involves inflammation of the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis tendons at the wrist. 2. During the acute phase, apply ice therapy. 3. After the acute phase, you can visit a rehabilitation dep...

Understanding Common Ankle Injuries and Foot Pain in Athletes

Sports injuries Hello, Dr. Chen! According to a report from the China Times, Dr. Yuan Li-Ren from Chang Gung Memorial Hospital's orthopedic department stated that the most common sports injuries in the ankle are ankle sprains, particularly with a higher incidence of lateral ...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Pain in the arch of the foot is mostly due to muscle or ligament strains. 2. Physical therapy focuses on pain relief and increasing strength. 3. It is necessary to use shoes with insoles for support.

Relieving Pain in the Right Hand: Tips for Recovery and Rehabilitation

Right hand muscle and joint pain? I have pain in the tendon from my right thumb down to my wrist, and it hurts a lot when I move my thumb. When I'm not moving, there's no pain, but even a light tap can make me cry from the pain, especially in the wrist area. I'm cu...

Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. You may have inflammation of the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis tendons, commonly known as "De Quervain's tenosynovitis." 2. You can apply ice for ten minutes. 3. Movement will only exacerbate the condition and increase inflammation. 4. Yo...

Understanding and Managing Persistent Pain Under the Left Shoulder Blade

Shoulder blade pain? There is a spot pain below the left scapula (approximately the size of a thumb pressing down) that has persisted for several years. It does not usually hurt, but there is a tender point in that area. Applying pressure to that spot causes significant soreness ...

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
In response to your question: Based on your description and age, the cause may stem from cervical pathology or myofascial inflammation. If you frequently use a computer, the latter is more likely. It is recommended that you visit a rehabilitation specialist nearby to thoroughly a...

Managing Persistent Ankle and Thumb Pain: A Guide for Recovery

Swelling and pain in the ankle and swelling and pain in the thumb? My mother is 56 years old. Initially, she experienced swelling and pain in her ankle, which later spread to her thumb and shoulder. She went to the hospital for examination and had an X-ray of her ankle. A doctor ...

Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Your mother is 56 years old and initially experienced swelling and pain in her ankle, which later extended to her thumb and shoulder. After visiting the hospital for examinations and an X-ray of her ankle, a doctor mentioned that there are bone spurs, advised her to walk less, di...

Effective Wrist Care and Rehabilitation Tips for Keyboard Users

Pain from the wrist to the thenar eminence..? Due to the need to type for extended periods at work, what are some daily maintenance and rehabilitation practices I can follow?

Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
If you experience pain from the wrist to the base of the thumb, it is likely due to chronic tenosynovitis, especially common with prolonged keyboard use. It is advisable to regularly apply heat to the painful area and take breaks to stretch the affected side for a few minutes aft...

Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Prolonged Ligament Injuries

Ligament injury I have been suffering from a dislocated elbow and wrist injury from a car accident for seven months. I have seen both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine for over a month. The Western doctors performed a CT scan and MRI, determining that I have a wri...

Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
The letter mentions that a car accident resulted in an elbow dislocation and wrist injury seven months ago. Imaging studies show no skeletal issues, only a wrist ligament injury. Ligaments are specialized soft tissues that connect joints. After the injury, in addition to medicati...

Thumb Sprain Recovery: When to Seek Further Treatment?

Thumb sprain Hello, doctor. I accidentally sprained my thumb joint while working, and it has been a month and a half since the injury. Initially, it was very swollen and painful, but after treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, the pain has subsided. However, there...

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
If there is no pain, further treatment may not be necessary. You can perform targeted massage and gentle stretching on the swollen and sore areas to help with the recovery. That should be sufficient.

Understanding Cervical Bone Spurs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Management

Cervical osteophyte Hello, my profession is a teacher. I have cervical osteophytes causing: 1. soreness in the back of my neck, 2. pain in my left shoulder, and 3. numbness in my left hand. Although I have undergone cervical traction, there has been no improvement. Initially, onl...

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Hello: Based on your symptoms, it is likely that bone spurs are compressing the nerves. 1. You can continue with traction; during traction, make sure to keep your spine straight, lift your head slightly, tuck your chin in, and lean your body forward slightly (about 15 degrees). D...

Understanding Spine Issues: Treatment for Chronic Pain and Numbness

Medical consultation For over a decade, I have been unable to sleep on a hard mattress due to discomfort in my lower spine. When I bend forward, I can only reach just below my knees. After returning home from work, when I take a nap on my side, my legs become numb in less than fi...

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
First, let's discuss the issue of shaking, which can be attributed to three reasons: 1. The body (hands and feet) may trigger certain reflex responses in specific positions; try changing your posture. 2. Muscles release energy, and prolonged muscle tension or excessive fatig...

Can Flat Feet in Toddlers Be Corrected? Expert Insights and Solutions

Can flat feet in children be corrected? A one-and-a-half-year-old child at home has flat feet. Is it possible to correct this condition? How can it be corrected? Are there specialists in large hospitals for this issue? Please recommend a physician. Thank you!

Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
In general, correction is not necessary. First, children's arches are not fully developed, and nine out of ten have flat feet. Second, what is so detrimental about flat feet that requires urgent correction? In my years of practice, I have yet to encounter an infant or toddle...

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