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What Is a Hook of Hamate Fracture?

November 25th, 2024

The hook of hamate is a small but important bone in the wrist that can sustain injury from a direct blow or simply from repeated use in a particular manner. Since this injury is difficult to


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Why do Volleyball Players Tape Their Fingers?

November 17th, 2024

White strips are a common sight on the fingers of volleyball players. But why do athletes wear tape on their fingers? What does finger tape do? There are many reasons and techniques to explore if


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Comprehensive Guide to Types of Hand Surgery Operations

November 10th, 2024

Hand surgery is the second-largest orthopedic specialty in the United States, having seen a 12% increase in fellowship positions between 2012 and 2016. Patients may undergo various hand surgery


Your Guide to the Best Kids Summer Camps in Dallas

May 11th, 2022

Camp offers kids the chance to get out of the house for a week in the summer, meet new friends, and learn various interesting things from sports and coding to robotics and creative arts. Just


Conditions Commonly Mistaken for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

May 4th, 2022

If you start to experience numbness or tingling in your hands, fingers, and wrists, your first thought might be that you’re experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome. That’s because


Family-Friendly Spring Activities in Dallas, TX

April 28th, 2022

Spring is in the air, and the next school break is right around the corner. If you’re anything like our team at The Hand and Wrist Institute, you’re likely looking forward to spending


Wrist Range of Motion Exercises

April 21st, 2022

When you undergo a procedure to heal the wrist or if you suffer pain from conditions affecting the bones and joints, using wrist range of motion exercises can help you gently gain flexibility and


What Is Bowstringing? Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

April 14th, 2022

Your hands contain 27 bones each, the most of any human body part. These bones work together with muscles, tendons, and ligaments to help you perform complex tasks and movements. This means you can


A2 Pulley Injury Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

April 14th, 2022

Clearly, the human hand is a complex and useful part of your body. Its intricate skeletal structure and powerful muscles allow you to control your fingers, grasp things, climb, and make all kinds


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What Are Heberden’s and Bouchard’s Nodes?

April 11th, 2022

We use our hands for everything, from heavy labor tasks to activities that require fine motor skills. Over time, the tissue in our hands can wear down and cause a condition like osteoarthritis.


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Best Barbecue Spots Near Dallas

April 5th, 2022

It’s no secret that Dallas is one of the best cities in the country for barbecue, from juicy meats to creamy sides. In fact, there’s so much great barbecue in the Dallas area, it can be


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Cuticles: What Are They, Care, Signs of Infection

March 21st, 2022

If you’ve ever had a manicure or pedicure, you’re probably aware that your nails have cuticles. However, did you know that they serve a purpose? These tiny pieces of the the skin keep


Nail Bed Injuries: Types, Causes & Treatment

March 10th, 2022

Your nail bed is the skin underneath your toenails and fingernails. These areas are quite susceptible to injuries, including injuries to the nail itself that affect the underlying area of the nail


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Cumulative Trauma Disorder

March 10th, 2022

You’ve probably heard of a repetitive strain injury, overuse syndrome, or regional musculoskeletal disorder. These are all terms for what’s known as cumulative trauma disorders,


Recurrent Carpal Tunnel

March 4th, 2022

Carpal tunnel syndrome is painful and inconvenient for those who suffer from it. The syndrome can disrupt your ability to do daily tasks, perform your job duties, and even sleep peacefully. With