Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Ankle contusion from a car accident? I had a car accident about two weeks ago, and after an examination at a major hospital, they said I had an ankle injury but that the bones were fine. I then went to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for acupuncture and medication, and afte...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello, the absence of pain and swelling indicates stability, but you still cannot fully bear weight, and further examination is needed to check for any soft tissue injuries. If you wish to see a Western medicine specialist, you can undergo an ultrasound examination and physical t...[Read More] Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Ankle contusion from a car accident? I had a car accident about two weeks ago, and after an examination at a major hospital, they said I had an ankle injury but that the bones were fine. I then went to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for acupuncture and medication, and afte...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello: No pain and no swelling indicate stability, but full weight-bearing is not possible yet, and further examination is needed to check for soft tissue damage. If you wish to see a Western medicine specialist, an ultrasound examination and physical therapy can be performed. Wi...[Read More] Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Recovering from Thigh Muscle Impact: When to Seek Treatment?
Thigh muscle contusion? Ten days ago, while playing basketball with a classmate, their knee directly struck the muscles in the middle of my thigh. Due to my classmate's weight and speed, the impact was significant. At the moment of the injury, it was very painful, but I coul...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
If the condition has gradually improved after a muscle contusion for more than ten days, it is recommended to apply local heat twice daily for 15-20 minutes each time. If the skin is not prone to allergies, topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be used for ma...[Read More] Recovering from Thigh Muscle Impact: When to Seek Treatment?
Chronic Achilles Tendonitis: Understanding Long-Term Heel Pain
Achilles tendonitis for a long time? Hello Dr. Chen: My left heel has been hurting for almost 2 years, and it has been particularly severe in the past year. I have seen both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, and they both diagnosed it as Achilles tendonitis. I ha...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
An ultrasound examination should be performed.[Read More] Chronic Achilles Tendonitis: Understanding Long-Term Heel Pain
Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Ankle contusion from a car accident? I had a car accident about two weeks ago, and after an examination at a major hospital, they said I had an ankle injury but no bone issues. I then went to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic for acupuncture and medication, and after two week...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Dear Er Er, Hello. Your ankle contusion from the car accident is showing signs of healing since you can step on it without pain. However, you need to continue monitoring it. Gradually increase the time you walk, and soak your feet in warm water (45 degrees Celsius for 20 minute...[Read More] Recovering from Ankle Injury After Car Accident: East vs. West Medicine
Navigating Ankle Sprain Recovery: When to Seek Medical Help
Ankle sprain Hello, Dr. Li. Three years ago, I fell down the stairs and sprained my right ankle. At that time, I went to see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who performed some massage therapy. After about a month, I was able to run normally again. A year and a half ag...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Jerry: Hello, my right ankle has been sprained for a year and a half and has not healed yet. I am concerned that there may still be damage to the ankle. I recommend arranging for further examinations, such as ultrasound or MRI. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Li Wei-...[Read More] Navigating Ankle Sprain Recovery: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Lower Back, Hip, and Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions
Issues related to the lower back, hips, and lower extremities? Hello Dr. Zhou! Here is my condition: In October 2009, I fell from a height due to a car accident, impacting my left hip. Symptoms included soreness, numbness, swelling, and limping. I had difficulty walking, going up...
Dr. Zhou Jianwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Li: Your issue is quite complex and requires a personal consultation and physical examination for further assessment. It is recommended that you visit the Rehabilitation Medicine or Orthopedic outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Lower Back, Hip, and Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions
Chronic Ankle Pain: Seeking Solutions After 10 Years of Discomfort
I have had an ankle injury for 10 years and don't know how to heal it? Hello Dr. Chen: I live in Yilan. I injured my left ankle while playing basketball in high school. I thought it would heal naturally like usual, but over time, there has been no improvement. It becomes ver...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Go to another large hospital for examination.[Read More] Chronic Ankle Pain: Seeking Solutions After 10 Years of Discomfort
Understanding Ankle Dislocation: Recovery Tips and When to Seek Help
Ankle bone displacement? I sprained my ankle around April and it was very painful, but I felt fine afterward. From April to October, I was able to walk normally. In October, I started jogging, and although I didn't fall or twist my ankle recently, my foot hurt a lot after jo...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Please go to a major hospital's orthopedic outpatient clinic for a thorough examination; the physician's actual assessment is more reliable.[Read More] Understanding Ankle Dislocation: Recovery Tips and When to Seek Help
Understanding Your Pain: Is It Scoliosis or Something Else?
Is there scoliosis? Dear Doctor, I experience pain in the area between my buttocks, near the coccyx and lower back, after standing or walking for 15 minutes. This has been ongoing for almost a year, with symptoms fluctuating. When I feel better, I do not experience pain while s...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Please visit the Rehabilitation Department at Taipei Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Your Pain: Is It Scoliosis or Something Else?
Understanding Chronic Knee Pain and Its Spread: A Student's Journey
Knee pain for two months, sometimes accompanied by hand numbness. Now the pain in the leg has spread to the groin area? Hello doctor, I am a design student who often sits for long periods and uses the computer for drawing. I started exercising in early September (running, cycling...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
It is recommended to see Professor Hou Sheng-Mao at National Taiwan University Hospital's Orthopedics Department.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Knee Pain and Its Spread: A Student's Journey
Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Ankle Sprains: A Comprehensive Guide
Ankle sprain Hello: Over a month ago, I slipped while going down the stairs, causing my right foot to bend backward, resulting in a sprained right ankle. I later visited a doctor who prescribed a topical ointment and anti-inflammatory medication since the swelling was not severe....
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Visit a large hospital's orthopedic department.[Read More] Effective Rehabilitation Strategies for Ankle Sprains: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Pain Above the Right Knee: Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
Pain above the right knee? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing unexplained pain above the upper right side of my right knee for about two to three years. Sometimes it hurts, and sometimes it doesn’t, so I haven’t paid much attention to it. I’m not sure what the cause is, and I...
Dr. Jian Jincheng Reply:
Hello, if you have already seen an orthopedic specialist, it is recommended that you consult a rehabilitation physician to better understand your condition. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Pain Above the Right Knee: Rehabilitation and Treatment Options
Rehabilitation Strategies for Tibia and Metatarsal Fractures: What Works?
Tibial and metatarsal fractures and rehabilitation issues? I sustained a closed fracture of the right tibia and underwent surgical reduction in the hospital. Additionally, I have a fracture of the 3rd and 4th metatarsals in my right foot. It has been over three and a half months ...
Dr. Xu Yongnan Reply:
Rehabilitation should be beneficial. A physician should evaluate the stability of the tendons and ligaments, as well as the range of motion of the joints.[Read More] Rehabilitation Strategies for Tibia and Metatarsal Fractures: What Works?
Chronic Inner Foot Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Chronic pain on the inner side of the sole of the foot? I have been helping with household chores at home, which requires me to stand for long periods. My symptoms are as follows: 1. Since the first year of junior high school, I have experienced persistent soreness on the inner s...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
Hello, 1. How long do you need to stand while helping with household chores at home? 2. The symptoms you listed resemble plantar fasciitis, which can occur due to various reasons, including structural abnormalities of the foot that lead to uneven distribution of pressure on th...[Read More] Chronic Inner Foot Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Pain Between the Anus and Coccyx: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the muscles between the anus and the coccyx? Hello doctor! I have pain and a sharp sensation when pressing on the thick muscle on the left side between my anus and coccyx. I initially thought it was an anal fissure and considered the side effects of using a steroid suppos...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Please have Chih Da Hospital conduct an examination to confirm the diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Pain Between the Anus and Coccyx: Causes and Solutions
Managing Toe Ligament Laxity: Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Toe ligament laxity Doctor, my second toe has a lower position due to ligament laxity compared to my other foot, causing pressure and pain while walking. Aside from surgical ligament repair, can injection therapy help restore the ligaments? Or are traditional Chinese medicine tre...
Dr. Yin Xinbei Reply:
For information regarding the efficacy and side effects of proliferative injection therapy, please consult an orthopedic physician. For traditional Chinese medicine treatments, please consult a licensed practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine.[Read More] Managing Toe Ligament Laxity: Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Persistent Pain After Ankle Injury: Seeking Answers in Rehabilitation
The left foot has re-injured an old injury, and despite experiencing soreness and sharp pain, there is still no resolution after seeking medical attention? Two years ago in November, I twisted my left foot, resulting in bruising and swelling. Instead of going to the hospital for ...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
It is difficult to assess without seeing the X-ray and the actual foot. Please visit the outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Persistent Pain After Ankle Injury: Seeking Answers in Rehabilitation
Understanding Coccydynia: Risks of Manual Coccyx Realignment Treatment
Coccydynia About fifteen years ago, I fell while ice skating and injured my coccyx, which has caused persistent pain. An X-ray revealed that my coccyx is bent at approximately a 90-degree angle. I have undergone numerous treatments with both Western and traditional Chinese medici...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Fifteen years ago, I fell while ice skating and my coccyx was bent at a 90-degree angle. Generally, coccygeal reduction is not recommended as a treatment. The focus is primarily on physical therapy to alleviate pain. The risks associated with coccygeal reduction cannot be evaluat...[Read More] Understanding Coccydynia: Risks of Manual Coccyx Realignment Treatment
Understanding Shoulder and Arm Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Pain from the shoulder and neck radiating down to the arm, making it difficult to lift the arm? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to consult you regarding my condition: I am experiencing tightness in the muscles from my right arm to my shoulder and neck, making it impossible to move...
Dr. Chen Wayda Reply:
Symptoms suggestive of cervical radiculopathy; please visit a hospital for examination.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder and Arm Pain: Causes and Treatment Options