- Sports injuries and arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle.
- Foot and Ankle Trauma
- Forefoot deformities such as Hallux Valgus (Bunions) and hammer toes.
- Foot deformities such as flatfeet and cavus feet in adults and children.
- Ankle Arthritis with osteotomies, arthrodesis and ankle replacement.
- Sports injuries and arthritis of the knee including knee arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and knee replacement.
Thanks for your query. When there is an injury to your ankle during martial arts, the most common injury would have been a ligament tear. If the tear is bad, then this can result in some instability and weakness of the ankle as a result. If it has been already 2 years, which is quite long, it would be good to have the ankle ligaments checked by an ankle specialist.
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Hello thanks for your query. It sounds like the bulge might be a bunion. That is the most common painful bone bulge near your toes. You can rest and ice it and if it doesn’t get better you should get it evaluated for a diagnosis. If it is indeed a painful bunion then you can consider minimally invasive correction of the bunion.
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Hello Sir. Sorry to hear about your accident almost 20 years ago now. It can be hard to say why you are limping now, but one possibility is there could have been fractures in the foot when it was crushed. This can lead to arthritis in the future that causes a limp. I think you are still young, and it is good to have the condition of your foot checked so that a diagnosis for your limping can be made. This can then guide the correct treatment to help you walk better.
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Sorry to hear about your sons club foot. You are correct, it is common to be fitted with shoes that control the correction after the cast is removed. But each case can be different. So I would recommend that you can check with your Doctor why there is no need for further devices to control the correction of the club feet.
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Thank you for your query. It is hard to tell what might be causing your pain, if the pain persists it would be good to visit a foot or orthopaedic specialist to get your foot checked for a diagnosis.
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It can be hard to give direct advice without seeing your X-ray or checking your foot. You may have sustained a stress fracture as this type of fracture is common to be incomplete. If you are unsure if surgery is really needed it can be good to get a second opinion.
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Hello Sir. Usually for difference in foot size, if it doesn’t cause much symptoms and the smaller foot can fit into a shoe, we would recommend to leave it as it is. Lengthening the foot can be an option but can be complicated and would require a formal assessment of your foot to see which bones need to be targeted.
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Hello, this may be due to a fracture that healed in a wrong position. If the throbbing is troublesome it is good to get an X-ray and evaluation for the injury. Sometimes doing a minor surgery to straighten the toe will also help.
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Hello this is usually due to pain from plantar fasciitis. I would recommend stretching exercises and wearing a comfortable cushioned shoe or slipper.
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Hello! This is usually due to ankle instability related to his old injury. It would be good to confirm this with an ankle specialist, and if so, a minimally invasive repair of the ankle ligaments is a good choice.
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Doctor, my wife had a right knee MRI due to a tearing meniscus. She feels a burning pain when she bends it, it is stiff, and her foot is swollen. What treatment should she undergo? She has done physiotherapy, and the doctor only gave her pain killers. Thank you
Sorry to hear about your wife’s knee. In some cases of a torn meniscus, a piece of the meniscus can cause irritation and pain at the knee during bending. If the doctor suspects this is the case, then a knee arthroscopy can be helpful.
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Doctor, I have a tibia fracture due to an accident. I saw a doctor but it has been 8 months and there is no improvement. Does it normally take a long time to recover?
Thank you for your query. Yes 8 months is quite sometime. It would be good to do a checkup with an orthopaedic surgeon to check for any complications of your tibia fracture. This can be slow or non-union of the fracture or sometimes an issue with the alignment of the fracture healing. Also if the fracture involves the ankle joint it can affect the joint function and cause a slow recovery.
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Doctor, my left thigh and sole of the foot hurt. What is the cause?
Hello, it’s hard to be able to tell the reason from your description. The two areas of pain may or may not be related. Would recommend that you can get the problem assessed so a diagnosis for the pains can be made.
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Doctor, I am 37 years old. My heel hurts after taking a long walk. Is that normal?
Hello, thanks for your query. The most common cause would be pain coming from your plantar fascia, which is a ligament at the bottom of your foot. Stretching exercises and comfortable footwear is helpful. And if the pain doesn’t go away it is good to go for a checkup with your specialist.
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Doctor, the sole of my feet, under my big toes, hurt if I bend my toes. Why is that, Doc? Is this dangerous?
Hello, sorry to hear about your big toe pain. The most common reason for pain under the big toe could be a sesamoid bone issue. If the pain doesn’t go away it is good to get a check of your sesamoid bones and big toe joint.
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In the beginning of March, I fell and my foot was swollen. I did a x-ray and the doctor said there was a fracture. But then, I went to a traditional massage to fix it. It was fixed. But lately I feel the pain again. Is it possible that the current pain is due to my old fracture that hasn’t been totally cured?
Hello, sorry to hear about your fracture. Fractures of the foot can take sometime to heal, but if the injury was in March and the foot is still giving issues, it would be good to do an X-ray or scans to check on the healing.
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Doctor, my ankle hit something and now it is swollen and red. It has been like this for a week. I can walk, but if I walk for too long or if I wear shoes, it hurts. Is it possible that my ankle is broken?
This depends on the nature of your injury. If it was a direct contact only then it is not so likely to have sustained a fracture. However if there as some rotation or twisting during the injury, the ligaments may also be injured too.
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My mother is 65 years old. It has been years since she complained about the pain in her heels that occurs when she stands up for too long. Is this osteoporosis? Can it still be cured?
This is not likely to be from osteoporosis. It can sometimes be due to tendinitis or bone spur formation at the Achilles’ tendon or heel. If the pain is troublesome it is good to get further treatment.
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I had an accident in June last year that led to a pen being implanted in my ankle. Since then, I’ve been feeling weird with my foot as I experience shooting pain after taking a walk. I have to sit down and rest to relieve the pain. Is this a side effect of having a pen implanted in my ankle, Doc?
It’s hard to say what might be causing your symptoms. Sometimes a nerve injury may cause prolonged symptoms and pain after a penetrating injury like yours.
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Doctor, I injured the point above my heel (back of my ankle) at a football game. Till this day, it still gives me some kind of electric pain. What is the best treatment I should undergo for this?
This may be due to an injury to your Achilles’ tendon or the nerve near to the Achilles. It is good to get a thorough check to come to a diagnosis before further treatment.
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I had a tibia fracture in an accident 9 months ago. But up to this day, the pain persists. How long does it usually take to be totally cured from this condition, Doc?
Hello, generally 9 months after a uncomplicated tibia fracture you should not be having much pain. If there is still pain it would be good to check for potential causes which may include issues with union of the bone, implant related pain, joint injury or damage, and other potential complications.
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Hello, Doctor. Last year I had an accident and my ankle was cracked. I have had it treated by my doctor. My question is, why is my instep swollen and bruised now? Is it related to my past ankle condition?
This might be due to a ligament or cartilage injury from your past injury. If it’s persistent then it’s good to do further checks
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Doctor, my knee joint hurts so much when I stand up for too long. I feel the joints rubbing against each other. Please give me advice, what should I do?
This may be due to wear and tear in the cartilage or meniscus of the knee. You can see a doctor for checks and Physiotherapy is also usually helpful
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My foot is tickling until it gets numb and painful from my knee to my sole. Why is that, Doc?
This might be due to nerve compression that can occur at your spine. It is good to have it checked especially if the numbness persists
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My husband had an accident and his knee was locked and cannot be moved, Doctor. Please give me your advice, how to treat it?
This could be due to a meniscus or ACL ligament tear. It’s is good to seek treatment early if the knee is locked
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The side of my sole foot is suddenly swollen and bluish. What is the cause, Doc?
This could be due to an injury or contusion of the foot
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One month ago, my son’s foot hit something and the second toe on his foot hurt. A day after, the pain was relieved so we didn’t seek any medical help. But two days ago, suddenly the toe was swollen and reddened and got darker eventually. My son cannot stand up or walk without feeling pain. And these two days he has been having high fever. Is it an infection? But there is no open wound in his foot. Why is this so, Doc?
Hello sorry to hear about your son. If the toe is hurting and he is running a fever it is good to seek early treatment and it could certainly be an infection.
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There is a lump on the side of my knee. It makes it a bit painful for me to walk. The size is as big as a marble. It is not hard and not painful, only when I walk it gives me a throbbing pain.
Hello, it’s hard to say what the lump might be. It may be good to considering getting some scans or to have it removed for biopsy
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My little brother fell from the stairs and now his foot is deformed just like someone with clubfoot. He has treated it with traditional massage two times but to no improvement. Can surgery cure it and make his foot normal again?
Hello, yes surgery to realign the foot is possible. However it will require a good diagnosis and assessment of the foot to plan what kind of procedures are needed
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I have a fracture in my knee and have undergone surgery. But now the pain comes back and the doctor said I have osteoporosis. Can I have normal bones again, Doc?
Pain after your knee fracture can have many causes. Sometimes there is cartilage injury after the fracture and that may be a cause of your symptoms. This may need further assessment or treatment.
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My ankle was sprained once but it got better after I went for a traditional massage. But now it disturbs me when I walk far distances. What should I do to have it go back to normal?
This may be due to a ligament tear and it would be good to get it diagnosed and treated
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Doc, I have a throbbing pain in my heel if I step on it. It is as hard as a stone. Why is that so?
This is most likely due to plantar fasciitis
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My father keeps complaining about the pain in his feet. He has checked it and it turns out it is due to osteoarthritis. He is 76 years old and he doesn’t want to undergo surgery. What should he do?
He should wear comfortable footwear and avoid impact activity
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My grandmother is 75 years old. She has pain in her knee that gives her problems walking and getting up from her seat. Now, she uses a stick to walk. Sometimes, she feels a sudden throbbing pain in her knee when she moves. She takes piroxicam but the pain always recurs. Is it still possible to totally cure this condition in someone who is 75 years old?
On the back of my ankle, above the heel, there is a hard bone. It hurts when I step on my heel. What condition is this, Doc?
This is usually due to a bone spur at the Achilles’ tendon at the back of the heel. Sometimes if the pain is persistent it may need to be removed
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Doc, is knee cap surgery safe for an 81 year old elderly? How much improvement can be achieved?
Yes it is safe so long as the person is still relatively healthy. Depending on on how bad the pre-existing function is like, the improvement can be quite a lot
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I hear a cracking sound on my ankle when I walk. Why is that? Is it dangerous?
This is hard to say. Generally if it’s not painful then it should not be dangerous.
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Good afternoon, Doc. I want to ask. My son has hammertoes. What are the treatment options he can do?
Hello, if the hammer toes are causing pain or difficulties with footwear or walking it can be good to consider correcting the hammertoes
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Doc, how to treat a cracked knee cap?
If the knee cap is fractured/cracked then depending on the type of fracture, a surgery may be needed
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Doc, I have a fracture in my foot and currently I wear gypsum (a cast) on it. But that area is now swollen. What should I do? Should I take the gypsum off first?
You should elevate the foot as much as possible. If the cast is too tight then it will need to be loosened.
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Doc, I have been having arthritis rheumatism for 4 years until both of my knees hurt so much. How to treat it, Doc? Thank you for your answer
It is good to have a healthy lifestyle and non impact exercise for the knees. If the arthritis pain is persistent then you can get it checked by an orthopaedic doctor.
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Can gastric acid reflux affect one’s bone condition? Because when I treat my stomach, it feels better, but after I lift a gallon of water, I feel pain from my bottom to my feet. I have treated it with a traditional massage but the pain persists.
Sometimes gastric conditions can affect our absorption of nutrients like calcium so it is possible that it can affect our bones.
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Doc, I want to ask. My son had surgery 10 days ago. His foot was stabbed by a toothpick. The doctor didn’t stitch it due to the possibility of infection that would end up with a pile of pus in it. So he just inserted a tosca-colored gauze. Now, my son can walk again. But when I change the gauze, the gauze inside his wound is pulled out. Is that okay, Doc?
Yes if the wound has a gauze inserted, during dressings the gauze should be pulled out and changed.
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Doc, my mother is 69 and she has osteoarthritis. She is currently having it treated with injected lubrication for her knee. I want to ask, is this treatment safe, Doc? I read some articles online that said this treatment has side effects. If I want to change the treatment, what are the safe and suitable options for my 69 year old mother?
Yes the treatment is generally quite safe. The injection should be given in as clean a way as possible to prevent any infection.
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I feel my foot is weak. My heel hurts if I walk far. I am only 31 but I had an ankle injury 3 years ago. Is it possible that my injury hasn’t fully healed?
Yes sometimes a prior injury that didn’t heal well can be a cause of foot pain later on.
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I can’t bend my knee. It has been a week. What should I do to treat my knee, Doc?
You can get a check of your knee to have a diagnosis why the knee cannot bend. It might be a cartilage or meniscus injury or tear that requires treatment.
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Doc, my son has flat foot and now he often sprains his ankle. He already wears comfortable soft shoes but still he often sprains his ankle. What should I do?
You can check on the status of his ankle ligaments. They might be torn and needing a repair.
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Doc, I have had a narrowing of a joint in my knee and also O.A (osteoarthritis) since three years ago. My orthopedist said I have to undergo surgery but I am afraid since I am 61 years old. What is the solution?
You might need a knee arthroscopy or knee replacement. 61 years old is not an issue so long as you are healthy
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On the back of my calf, there is something hard like bone and it hurts if I walk. I have undergone an X-ray but the result is normal. What condition is this, Doc?
This is hard to say. It could be a cyst growth or a muscle growth. If X-ray cannot detect it then perhaps an MRI is good
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Doc, I feel throbbing pain in my knee joint if I sit for too long on the cold floor. And when I stand up, my knees are stiff to walk. Why is that?
This could be patellofemoral knee pain.
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I sprained my ankle when I fell down from my bike. I went to a traditional massage but now my ankle is swollen. Please give me solution, Doc
This sounds like a possible ankle ligament tear that may need further treatment.
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Doc, my son is 5 years old but unable to walk. His foot is not strong enough. How do I treat it? I have taken him to a pediatrician but to no improvement.
You will need a good doctor to help come to a diagnosis as to why his legs are weak. The treatment will depend on the diagnosis and cause
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Doctor, I want to ask. My daughter had high fever last Sunday. I gave her medicine. This morning I checked her fever and it got better but there is a swollen red bump on her knee. I have compressed it with ice and gave her another medicine for her fever. Should I see an orthopedist? If so, what examination should I do?
Yes this sounds like an infection that needs treatment by an Orthopaedic.
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Doc, can bunion be fully corrected by surgery? I have tried traditional treatment and compress it but to no improvement.
Yes, minimally invasive bunion surgery is a good way to permanently correct the bunion.
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I am a 53 year old male. It has been a week since I felt pain in my heels. I have to drag my feet to walk. How should I treat it, Doc?
This is likely to be plantar fasciitis or an Achilles issue. It is good to see an orthopaedic or foot specialist for treatment
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Doc, I have clubfoot. When I was a kid, it was treated. But because I cried a lot during the treatment, we stopped that. When I came back to the doctor, he said that it cannot be treated with cast (gypsum) anymore. I am 19 now. I am sad because I cannot go anywhere, like school, and just stay at home. Can it be cured with surgery, Doc?
Hello, yes at 19 years old usually a surgical correction is needed for residual clubfoot from your childhood.
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I slipped once and my knee hit the floor. Three weeks later I felt pain in the knee. I have gone to several traditional massage centres, but now the hinge behind my knee also hurts, especially in the morning. How to treat it? I am afraid to do exercise now because an hour after exercising my knee hurts so much.
You may want to get an MRI to check further on the injury.
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Doc, last year after a marathon, I had my knee ACL injured. It was not severe though, my doctor only treated it with injection and physiotherapy. But lately, because I have been cycling, I feel pain in my knee again. Should I undergo surgery instead if I want to stay fit exercising everyday?
Yes it’s possible that there may be an ACL, meniscus or cartilage issue or injury that needs further treatment
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After I stopped running during the lockdown, yesterday my tibia hurts a lot as I tried to run again. But it is not swollen. I have compressed it with ice but this morning I still felt the pain if I walk for too long. Please give me your advice, is the pain in my tibia dangerous? Do I need to see a doctor or observe it first, knowing that it happened only yesterday anyway?
It would be good to rest it for now, but if the pain continues it is good to go for further checks for stress injury or shin splints.
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Hi, Doc. Is surgery necessary for bunion that doesn’t come with pain? If I leave it untreated, is there any risk for it to get worse?
If there’s no pain, surgery is optional. However over time the bunion tends to get worse so sometimes patients will get the bunion corrected early rather than to wait till it gets worse.
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How to treat pain in the knee that makes me unable to stand?
This may be due to the development of arthritis or deformity in the knee. It would be good to see an Orthopaedic for further checks
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I have a fracture in my tibia. I have it treated with pin-implanted surgery. However, why is there still vague pain, Doc? I feel it throbbing
You may need to check for a diagnosis for why it is still aching. This could be due to implant
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There is a bulging bone on the side of my knee. It doesn’t hurt but it disturbs me a lot when I wear trousers. Can it be removed? If it is removed, would it affect my knee, Doc?
It would be good to do further checks as to the cause of the swelling or bulging. Sometimes it may be a growth or cyst, other times there could be a different cause. Once the diagnosis is reached then it can be treated.
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I have pain in my heel. My heel is as hard as stone and it hurts when I step on it. How to treat it?
This is likely to be plantar fasciitis or an Achilles issue. It is good to see an orthopaedic or foot specialist for treatment
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Good morning, Doctor. I feel pain radiating from my thigh to my calf after sitting for a long time. It makes my feet weak and sometimes it gives me problems standing up. I am 60 years old now. Some people said it is due to osteoporosis. Is that right? How to treat it?
Hello, this sounds like it could be nerve pain coming from your spine. It would be good to get it checked for any spinal issues.
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Doc, my father feels a tingling sensation after standing up for too long. Then, he has to sit and straighten his feet for a while before standing up or walking again. Why is that? Is this dangerous?
This could be due to a nerve or circulation disorder and sometimes if it persists it is good to go for checks so you can find out the cause.
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Doc, my ankle is swollen and it hurts a lot when I walk. Every morning when I wake up it hurts too. It has been like this for around a week. How to treat it?
This could be due to a ligament injury. You can rest and ice it and if the condition does not improve you should get it assessed for a ligament or tendon injury.
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What is the effective treatment for cracked instep?
Do you mean you have a flatfoot? This may need some treatment, the simplest would be orthotics to help with the arch.
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Hello, Doc, I want to ask. There is a sixth toe growing between my ring toe and little toe. Can it be removed safely?
Yes this can be removed safely but usually we would need to do checks to plan how the removal can be done.
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My knee is swollen and it hurts. There is also a lump on its side. What disease is this, Doc? How do I treat it?
This may be due to the development of arthritis or deformity in the knee. It would be good to see an Orthopaedic for further checks.
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Good afternoon, Doc. The back side of my ankle is throbbing and painful after a walk. How do I treat it?
This may be due to an injury to your Achilles’ tendon or the nerve near to the Achilles. It is good to get a thorough check to come to a diagnosis before further treatment
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Three days ago I fell from the stairs, Doc. Now my knee hurts when I bend it. I have to do it very slowly. It hurts too when I straighten it, but less painful compared to when I bend it. Please give me the solution, Doc
You can get a check of your knee to have a diagnosis why the knee hurts when bent. It might be a cartilage or meniscus injury or tear that requires treatment.
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How long should I wait before jogging again after having an achilles injury, Doc?
About 3-4 months is quite usual
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Doc, I have a high arch foot. I have been using a special pad in my shoes. I want to ask, is there any way to correct my foot so it can be normal permanently? When I don’t use the pad, my feet are shaking and imbalanced.
Yes a high arched foot can be corrected though it would require surgical correction.
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If a baby was born with clubfoot, at what age should a correction be done? And what is the safe and right treatment?
If the clubfoot is detected at birth treated should be started straight away
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Doc, I had a pin planted to treat my fracture last month. Why do I feel like my foot is sore after standing up or sitting down on the floor for too long?
This is likely because the original injury that was treated with the pin might not be healed yet.
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Doc, can early osteoporosis in a male around 50 years of age be treated with therapy?
Yes if the osteoporosis is confirmed, medical treatment can be given.
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After jogging for two days ago, my calf has been stiff and now it’s hard for me to move my right foot, i.e to bend it or to sit down. Am I having an injury? Is this dangerous, Doc? I have applied massage ointment but to no improvement. What treatment should I do?
This might be a calf muscle or Achilles injury and if it doesn’t go away it would be good to get it checked.
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My grandmother is having knee injection treatment, Doc, and lately her body weight keeps increasing. Is this related to the injection?
This can depend on what medication is being injected. However it would not be common to put on weight from injections into the knees.
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My front thigh is stiff after cycling 70km. It is a bit far. What should I do to treat it?
This sounds like a muscle strain or injury. You can rest ice compress and elevate the limb.
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How should I treat a swollen bluish ankle, Doc?
This could be due to a ligament injury and you can also rest ice compress and elevate the ankle. If it’s not better then good to get it checked further.
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Doc, the bunion in my left foot is growing bigger. What should I do to stop it from growing?
Minimally invasive bunion surgery is a good way to permanently correct the bunion.
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Good morning, Doc. After having ankle surgery, I hear a cracking sound in my ankle when I walk. But it doesn’t hurt. Why is this so, Doc?
This is hard to say. Generally if it’s not painful then it should not be dangerous.
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Doc, my father is 67 years old. He has a complication of diabetes and heart disease. Eventually his limbs are getting smaller and he can’t walk without crutches. Is this due to his complication, Doc? Or is it a different problem? How to treat it?
This could be due to nerve or muscle disorders from diabetes
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Doctor, my name is Fredi, 56 years old. My right knee hurts if I stand up for too long and walk. I almost cannot run or step up the stairs at all. It really hurts my knee. I have undergone an X-ray and it turned out I have a problem in my knee pads. Is a surgery necessary for a disease like this? What is the recovery rate if I undergo surgery?
Yes it sounds like it may be good to consider a knee replacement.
The success rate is generally very good
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Under my ankle, on the side of my instep, there is a bulging bone. It doesn’t hurt but I am ashamed when I have to take off my shoes. Can it be treated with surgery so it will be normal again like other people?
This could be an accessory navicular bone and if it’s troublesome it can be removed by surgery
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Two days ago I played football and sprained my ankle. My ankle was swollen and big, Doc. At night, I went to a traditional massage and compressed it but to no improvement, even it was getting bluish. If I want to see a doctor, what examination should I undergo?
You should undergo checks for ligament tears
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Doc, the soles of my feet hurt for 4 days if I walk. I went to a reflexology specialist once. After reflexology, it got better, Doc. But the day after, it hurts again. What is the best solution, Doc?
This may be plantar fasciitis. The best solution is good footwear and stretching exercises.
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Doc, my name is Hasbi, 30 years old. Everytime I finish my fitness session, why do my feet always feel painful and weak (the tibia area)? Usually it will be relieved after I sit down for 30 minutes. I worry about early osteoporosis, Doc. What should I do?
This may be over stress on your shins or shin splints. Stretching exercises and reducing impact activity can help.
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Doc, how long usually does it take to recover from ligament tears? I have been on recovery for two months but still not fully recovered
Usually we can wait about 2-3 months. If the ankle is still not recovered then it is good to see an orthopaedic surgeon for a check
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Hello, Doc. My little brother is 6 years old and he has clubfoot. I want to seek treatment for him. Is a clubfoot surgery risky for a kid in his age, Doc? And can it be cured so his feet will be normal like others?
Yes although the best time to detect and treat club feet would be at birth, club feet can still be treated at any age.
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After walking too far, my calf is always cramping. And the pain makes my heel hard and painful to step on. What problem is this, Doc?
This may be due to overuse, circulation issues, spinal issues or muscle tightness. It is good to see a doctor to have it checked.
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Good afternoon, Doc. I feel pain on my feet, above my heel. It started when I got off the motorcycle and almost fell down. I have to step on hard. Is this pain dangerous, Doc?
This is hard to say. If it is persistent and interfering with your activities then you should see an Orthopaedic to check it.
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Hello, Doc. After undergoing bunion surgery, can I jog or play football straightaway?
You would need to give a few months for the feet to recover before jogging or football.
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A month ago, I sprained my ankle when I stepped down the stairs. How should I treat it?
This sounds like a possible ankle ligament tear that may need further treatment.
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It has been 5 days since my ankle was swollen blue and it hurts to walk. What is the solution, Doc?
You should undergo checks for ligament tears
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Doc, I have Plantar Fasciitis. I watched a YouTube video of this condition being cured with reflexology. Is this true, Doc?
Stretching and footwear modification is the best way to treat plantar fasciitis.
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Doc, is there any chance for bunion to regrow after surgery?
Yes but the chance is very small.
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Good morning, Doc. Last month, I had ankle surgery due to an injury when I played basketball. Now I am recovering and my foot feels stiff. Are there any tips for me to keep doing activities during recovery?
Yes stretching exercises are helpful and you any also see Physiotherapy.
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Hello, Doc. I want to ask about the pain in the sole of my feet after standing up for too long. It feels like something is stabbing my sole and eventually I can’t stand up again. When I touch it, it feels as hard as stone everytime I stand up for too long. Please give me your advice, Doctor Tan.
This may be plantar fasciitis or flat feet. If stretching and good footwear do not help then it is good to see an Orthopaedic for checks
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Two months ago I went to a doctor and he said I have achilles tendonitis. I was given medicines and physiotherapy. He also suggested that I wear special shoes to elevate my heels. After two months, I still feel pain in my foot, Doc. Is there any other way to treat this condition?
You should do more stretches and continue with Physiotherapy. Sometimes Achilles tendinitis takes quite long to get better.
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Good afternoon, Doctor. My brother’s son, 6 years old, has X-formed feet. This troubles him to walk. Can it be treated so they will be normal again?
Yes he can consider arch implants that would correct the feet.
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Hello, Doc. Two weeks ago I took off the gypsum from my fracture. Now if I press it, the pain is not so much, but it is a bit darkened and quite swollen. Should I examine this again? Is this a sign that it is not cured yet?
This could be just the the injury is taking sometime to heal. It is good to do X-rays to follow up on the healing of your fracture.
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Good afternoon, Doc. The soles of my feet often hurt. My neighbor said I should wear acupressure sandals. Is this thing effective to treat my condition?
This may be due to flat or high arched feet, or plantar fascia issues. It would be good to have your feet checked so that the appropriate footwear can be recommended.
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Doc, why are my toes often stiff and painful to bend? The pain is under the toes
This is hard to say, sometimes it can be due to deformity such as a bunion or hammer toes, or be due to inflammation issues or overload due to biomechanics
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The joints in my ankle are painful, hot, and a bit swollen. What disease is this, Doc? What is the treatment?
This may be due to an inflammatory issue such as gout, or an infection. If it persists you should have it evaluated by an orthopaedic specialist
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Doc, what is the effective therapy to recover from muscular inflammation in the ankle?
Muscle inflammation if it’s caused by overuse, can be managed by anti inflammatory medications and rest, as well as icing and elevation.
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Good afternoon, Doc. My feet, from calves to the instep, hurts so much when I take a cold shower. Why is this so?
This can be hard to diagnose. It may be due to an anatomical issue like flat feet or tight calf muscles
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What is the medicine for swollen tibia, Doc? It has been 3 days
Some rest, ice and elevation can be helpful
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My son’s big toe has been swollen and bluish since he fell from his motorcycle. He went to a traditional massage but to no improvement. How should he examine and treat it, Doc?
Sorry to hear about your son’s toe injury. He may have either fractured the toe or injured the ligaments or tendons. It would be good to get it assessed by a foot specialist
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Doc, is it okay not to remove the pin one year after fracture surgery?
Generally if the pin is not causing symptoms, it is safe not to remove in most cases.
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I have an injury in my foot. The instep is swollen and hard. It has been like this for two weeks. What is the treatment, Doc?
This might be due to a ligament or cartilage injury from your injury. If it’s persistent then it’s good to do further checks.
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Good afternoon, Doctor. Once I had an injury in my ankle when I was roller blading. My doctor gave me medicines and therapy. Now, I am fine when it comes to walking, but when I want to do activities such as roller blading, cycling, or anything similar, suddenly my ankle gets stiff and I feel a throbbing pain. I read an online article that said this is a trauma caused by my old injury. Is it true? So it’s not that my injury is not fully cured? If it is a trauma, how do I treat it?
This could be due to a ligament injury that did not heal well. It is good to get it checked and sometimes a repair of the ligament is needed.
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My nephew is 5 years old. His right foot is smaller than the left one. What is the cause, Doc?
This is hard to say. It could be congenital or developmental which means the issue developed as he is growing.
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How do I treat the pain in the soles of my feet, Doc? I am 63 years old and I feel it when I walk
Hello, the most common cause would be plantar fasciitis. It is good to wear comfortable footwear and do stretching exercises for this condition
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My husband had a fracture. He has been wearing gypsum for 3 months but it hasn’t been cured. What is the effective treatment, Doc?
This could be just the the injury is taking some time to heal. It is good to do X-rays to follow up on the healing of your fracture.
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Doc, sometimes my heel and ankle hurt so much, like an electric shock. Usually it lasts several minutes. Is this dangerous, Doc?
This could be due to nerve compression such as in tarsal tunnel syndrome or others. Sometimes a nerve test is useful.
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I have pain in the lower ankle everytime I move my toes. What disease is this, Doc?
This is hard to say, it could be an issue with tendinitis.
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Doc, are there any other medicines beside painkillers to relieve the pain in the calves?
Usually pain in the calves can be helped by stretching exercises.
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Doc, my child has congenital abnormality in the right hip to the heel. He can’t straighten it to stand. Can surgery treat this? And can it make his bone normal like others? Thank you
This is hard to say. Often these type of deformities can be a bit complex and need an opinion of an Orthopedic specialist as to what is the best treatment.
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This could be due to issues in the healing of the crack or an adjacent joint injury. Would recommend to get it checked since it’s already been 2 years.
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When I am sitting on the cold floor, my ankle throbs. Is this a disease, Doc?
This could be a circulation or nerve issue and it is good to have it checked.
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The side of the sole of my feet is swollen and hard, Doc. It hurts if I press it. How should I treat it?
Hello, the most common cause would be plantar fasciitis. It is good to wear comfortable footwear and do stretching exercises for this condition
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Doc, my calves to my instep often cramps when I sit cross-legged. Why is that, Doc?
This could be due to tight calf muscles and/or a flatfoot. It is good to do stretching and also wear good footwear.
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My sole feet to my ankle tingle when I bend my feet. I have to straighten them for a quite long time then bend them slowly in order to relieve the tingling. Is this dangerous, Doc? What problem is this?
This could be due to nerve issues. If it persists it would be good to get it checked further
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Doc, I underwent therapy for achilles two months ago. Now I can walk better. But why do I still feel the pain when I raise from my seat?
This is because the Achilles tendinitis or injury is still not fully healed
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My foot is bruised around the ankle. Is it uric acid or ankle injury, Doc? Because I have a history of uric acid
This is hard to say, it might be uric acid if there is no history of any injury to your ankle.
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Doc, the soles of my feet hurt and I cannot stand up straight. It feels like there is a lump in the middle of it. What condition is this, Doc?
Hello, the most common cause would be plantar fasciitis. It is good to wear comfortable footwear and do stretching exercises for this condition
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Doc, since a motorcycle accident, my index toe is tilted to the left. It doesn’t hurt but it is stiff, unmovable. Although it doesn’t hurt, it bothers me because it makes me limp when I walk. What should I do, Doc? Please help me with your solution and opinion
This could be due to an injury to the second toe joint. It would be good to get it checked by an foot specialist so that a diagnosis can be made
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My mother has been feeling pain in her heel every morning. When she went to see a doctor, it turned out there was inflammation. But after 4 months taking medicines, the pain still persists. What treatment should we try next, Doc?
This sounds like a persistent plantar fasciitis. She should do more stretches and wear comfortable foot wear. If the pain continues sometimes an injection or minor surgery may be needed
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Doc, is it normal for a bunion to be painful? I have a bunion. I didn’t bother with it because it didn’t hurt. But since three days ago, it has been painful and red, Doc
You can rest and ice it and if it doesn’t get better you should get it evaluated for a diagnosis. If it is indeed a painful bunion then you can consider minimally invasive correction of the bunion”
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My big toe was swollen blue after falling off the stairs. I saw a GP and he said it was fine, no fracture, and no infection. He gave me a painkiller and advised me to ice it. It has been three days but it doesn’t get better. When should I consider getting further examination? And what is the option for the examination in a case like this?
This could be just a contusion or ligament or tendon injury. If the pain and swelling persists then it is good to go for further checks
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What is the medicine for the pain spreading from below the knee to the sole of my feet? Please give me the answer, Doc
This sounds like a nerve issue and if it is persistent then it is good to get further checks for nerve impingement or compression
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Hello, Doc. I am 61 years old. I have pain in the hip and my creatine level is 2.07. My ankle is always swollen. Please give me your solution/advice, Doc. Thank you
Hello, the swelling could be due to fluid retention. Elevation and compression of the feet can be helpful.
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Hello, Doc. I am 52 years old and each day my feet are getting weaker, but they don’t hurt. Why is this, Doc? Please give me solution
This could be a nerve issue that is causing the weakness. It would be good to get it checked for potential nerve disorders.
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Hello, Doctor. I am 65 years old and my feet are always cold. Also I feel pain radiating from my knees that makes it hard for me to lift my feet if I want to wear sandals. Please give me your solution, Doc. Thank you
This could be a circulatory and nerve issue. It would be good to get it further evaluated
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Yesterday, after I jogged in the evening, I felt the inner side of my left sole foot was stiff and hurt so much. And this morning, when I woke up, the pain was getting severe. Now it gives me trouble to walk. Why is this, Doc?
This could be due to stress injury or an injury to the plantar fascia which is a tendon at the heel of your foot. If it doesn’t get better it would be good to see a foot clinic for further checks.
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Good morning, Doctor. My left ankle is stiff and it hurts if I take a step. Why is this, Doc?
This could be due to a ligament injury. You can rest and ice it and if the condition does not improve you should get it assessed for a ligament or tendon injury.
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Doc, my aunt feels pain in her heel. We thought it is due to inflammation, but when we have it examined it turns out there is a growing bone there. Is this dangerous, Doc? What is the treatment?
This is likely due to plantar fasciitis with a bone spur. Comfortable footwear and stretching is useful.
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My left foot has been swollen for 3 days. From the ankle to the sole, it is as hard as a stone. I am also limping. What is the right treatment, Doc?
This may be due to a ligament or tendon injury, or sometimes circulation issues with the veins. Elevation and rest is useful and if it is still painful then you should see a doctor for more checks.
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My feet often cramp if I bend it, and the pain radiates to my calves. Why is this, Doc?
This could be due to muscle, circulation or nerve disorders. Stretching is good and if it doesn’t get better it would be good to get it checked.
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Doc, my ankle feels locked up. First, it hurt, but I ignored it. A week later, it was locked up, and could not be bent. How did we treat it? Should I undergo surgery?
Hello, it’s important to establish the reason for the locking of the ankle first, then we can plan an appropriate treatment. Would recommend getting the ankle further evaluated
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Good morning, Doctor. I had a bunion surgery in December 2019. And in October 2020, in the same place, there was a bulge again. So far it doesn’t grow bigger, but I am worried, is this a regrowing bunion? I feel like there is meat surrounding it.
Sometimes after a bunion surgery the bulge doesn’t fully disappear. There can be many reasons for this. So long as it doesn’t hurt a lot or get worse, it is usually not serious.
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Hello, Doc. I sprained my ankle and it is swollen, but why are my toes swollen and painful too?
This could be some fluid retention in the toes, or an injury to the toes when you sustained the ankle injury. Rest and elevation should help.
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Since yesterday after yoga, the side of my sole feet has been cramped and painful, Doc. The veins are blue. Please give me your explanation
This sounds like a possible overuse injury of the foot. You can rest and ice and elevate it but if it persists it can be good to get further checks.
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Good morning, Doctor. My tibia was swollen 5 weeks ago because I bumped into something. After I compressed it, the swelling got better, but the pain persisted. Why is that so, Doc? Is it uncured or a sign of fracture? It hurts when I press it
This could be due to a collection of blood, a hematoma on the surface of the shin bone. It will usually get better with some time.
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Last month I had an accident, then I had a pin implanted and underwent physiotherapy. Now, every morning I wake up, the area with pin hurts. Is it normal, Doc?
It’s been 1 month since the accident so it might still be normal for it to be painful. It would be good to return to your doctor for checks to see if the injury is healing well.
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Doctor, it has been 3 years since my feet tingle and my spine hurts. I cannot walk normally as I used to. Is it still curable?
Yes this sounds like possible nerve compression in the spine. If the diagnosis is confirmed there is available treatment
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Doc, is it normal for a 50 years old above to have repeated plantar fasciitis? I have seen a doctor, undergone treatment, but then it will recur. Please give me your opinion, Doc
This could be possible due to unresolved tightness of the plantar fascia or the calf muscle. That would need to be treated to prevent it from coming back.
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Hello, Doc. I am a martial art athlete. In the beginning of last year, I had muscle sprain in my thigh. After having it treated by a doctor, I rarely train due to the pandemic. During that time, I seldom move and eventually my sprained thigh is swollen and stiff, Doc. It hurts when I kick. Is this because the injury is getting severe?
This could be either due to a persistent muscle injury or sometimes an issue in the hip joint. If it’s not getting better it would be good to have further scans and checks.
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Good morning. My grandmother is 72 years old. It has been a year since she underwent treatment for osteoarthritis, but it is not totally cured yet. What is the effective treatment, Doc?
Often osteoarthritis cannot be cured unless but a joint replacement
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My father passed away because of bone cancer, osteosarcoma, last month. My question is, can bone cancer be inherited to his children, like other cancer? Because my grandfather and grandmother don’t have it, only my father. The lump suddenly appeared on his foot and grew bigger.
Sorry to hear about your father. It cannot be passed to children but if there is a family history of bone cancer it can be considered a risk factor.
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For several times I do x-rays, but nothing seems to improve. It has been 3 years since my feet are hard and tingle. I take medicine but it makes me unable to walk
You would need to have the feet checked so a diagnosis for the reason of the feet hardening and tingling can be reached before starting treatment.
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Four days ago I went to a hospital to do x-rays. The side of my right foot is swollen blue and painful. It turned out there was no problem. Though, I still feel the pain, Doc. What is your opinion, Doc? What disease is this? Or should I do another treatment, Doc?
Hello, this may be a ligament or tendon injury which cannot be seen on an X-ray.
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Good morning, Doc. Since stumbling upon a table, why are my toes numb and darkened blue? It hurts when I walk. I had a massage but to no improvement.
This may be a fracture of the small toe bones and if its not better it is good to have it checked.
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I have inflammation in my ankle. I have taken medication but to no improvement. If I want to do therapy, can I do it at home? Due to this pandemic, I am not comfortable to go outside. Before therapy, should I consult an orthopedist?
Therapy is usually helpful though it is good to consult for a diagnosis.
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Doc, how should I treat swollen toes? They hurt when they are pressed
There can be may reasons such as overuse, fluid retention or injury.
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Right below my ankle, there is a bulging bone and when I walk far or run, that part is throbbingly painful. It has been there for years. What is that, Doc? Is it dangerous? Why does it often hurt?
This could be an unstable or injured accessory bone. Sometimes if it’s always painful removal can a solution.
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My father has been having plantar fasciitis since two months ago. He has been undergoing therapy but hasn’t got better. Is two months considered a long time, Doc? Should I seek other treatment options? If yes, what treatment would you recommend?
2 months is not that long. Good to wear comfortable cushioned footwear and do stretches.
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Two days ago, I did some stretching after a long time without exercise. Until today the back of my ankle hurts when I walk, on the below part of my calf. Is this injury, Doc? I have compressed it but to no improvement
This could be an issue with your Achilles’ tendon or with a posterior impingement of your ankle. It is good to get further consult.
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I have a congenital defect on my toes. My right toe is too small as it disturbs my balance when I stand up or walk. I am now 16 years old. Is it still fixable?
This is sometimes fixable by doing a lengthening of the toe.
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I heard clubfoot should be treated since birth. But my nephew is now 2 years old already and hasn’t been treated. Until what age should she wait to have surgery?
It’s never too late to treat the clubfoot once it’s detected. So at 2 years old, it is still treatable by casting or surgery.
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The sole of my feet, near the toes, hurts and is swollen blue. What is the treatment, Doctor?
This may be plantar fasciitis. If stretching and good footwear do not help then it is good to see an Orthopaedic for checks
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My fracture has not been cured after three days. Is it too late to have a surgery now? I have only treated it with traditional massage
The fracture will usually not be healed after 3 days. It would be good to get a orthopaedic opinion on whether fixation surgery or casting is recommended.
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