Hand & Wrist Blog
How To Fix Nursemaid’s Elbow
September 17th, 2021
As a parent, it’s only natural to want to lift your child into your arms, swing them around, and enjoy high-spirited playtime. However, the very activities you love to engage in can cause a painful condition known as nursemaid’s elbow. …
Trigger Finger Surgery Recovery
September 15th, 2021
Trigger finger is a painful, inconvenient condition that surgeons can resolve easily. If conservative treatment has failed in the past, it might be time to move forward and try something new. Fortunately, a quick and minor outpatient procedure can provide you…
Smith Vs. Colles Fracture
August 30th, 2021
Several types of wrist fractures exist. Two of these are Smith and Colles fractures. You need to understand what they are and the treatment options available for both. Here is a review of the Smith and Colles fractures. What Are Smith and…
How to Get Rid of a Ganglion Cyst
August 30th, 2021
Typically found on the tendons or joints of your hands or wrists, ganglion cysts are fluid-filled noncancerous lumps. You might notice a bump near your joint that looks like a tiny balloon, and this might signal that it’s a cyst. These uncomfortable…
Can a TFCC Tear Heal Without Surgery?
August 23rd, 2021
The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is an important wrist structure, and when it’s injured, it can cause severe pain and other issues. This area is located between the radius and the ulna, which are the two bones that make up…
Tennis Elbow vs. Golfers Elbow
July 26th, 2021
Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are two conditions to confuse easily. They both affect the same general area, the elbow to the wrist, but involve different tendons and somewhat different symptoms. While the two conditions can be quite uncomfortable, they’re…
What Are The Different Types Of Arthritis In The Hand?
July 12th, 2021
Arthritis can be a debilitating disease, especially arthritis in your hands. Most people use their hands and fingers constantly throughout the day. Suffering from pain in your joints can make accomplishing any task that much harder. How does arthritis develop…
Carpal Tunnel vs. Arthritis
July 7th, 2021
To treat hand and wrist pain, you must first know what is causing it. Two common causes of hand pain are carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis. You may be experiencing one or both of these conditions, causing your hand and…
11 Exercises For Trigger Finger
July 3rd, 2021
Trigger finger (finger tenosynovitis) is a type of tendinitis that affects tendons in your fingers and makes them flex. The condition gets its name from its primary characteristic of a curled or bent finger that looks as if it’s squeezing a…
Rheumatoid Arthritis vs. Osteoarthritis
July 2nd, 2021
Arthritis is inflammation of the joints, a condition that has two main causes. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder, and osteoarthritis (OA) is degeneration of the joints over time. While the underlying causes are different, there are similarities to…
What To Expect After Carpal Tunnel Surgery
June 16th, 2021
Carpal tunnel is a very painful syndrome, and once you experience symptoms, you’ll want to do everything you can to relieve the pain. After living with the flare-ups and pain for so long, the only option might be surgery. If…
Carpal Tunnel Pain Relief
May 16th, 2021
Carpal tunnel syndrome can be a real pain in the wrist. This is because a nerve to your hand passes through a narrow area called the carpal tunnel, where inflammation or injuries can cause pressure on the nerve, which causes…
How To Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
May 14th, 2021
Carpal tunnel syndrome is often associated with years of computer use and office-related tasks, but it can affect anyone who performs any kind of repetitive movements using their hands. The carpal tunnel is located on the palm side of the…