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The Importance of Aftercare for Hand Surgery
Hand surgery describes any surgical procedure performed on the hand that aims to improve its function, relieve pain, or both. This term includes joint replacements, tendon and nerve repairs, bone realignments, surgical drainage of cysts, and more. Hand surgery is…
How to Treat Intersection Syndrome
Intersection syndrome, the common term for tenosynovitis of the radial wrist extensors, occurs when these wrist tendons become inflamed and swollen after rubbing against the thumb muscles. This condition can cause pain radiating from the wrist and extending up the…
Best Spots for Fireworks in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Ring in the new year with the best sparkling, exploding fireworks displays in the Lone Star state. These events are great fun to attend with your friends and family members. Our team at The Hand and Wrist Institute found the…
Rheumatoid Arthritis Surgery Recovery
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that causes joint inflammation everywhere in the body. It can lead to fatigue, stiffness, swelling, pain, and joints that appear swollen or deformed. These symptoms often appear in the hands and wrists first.…
How to Relieve Wrist Hyperextension Pain
Wrist hyperextension is a type of wrist sprain that typically occurs when you suffer a severe impact on your outstretched hand. People most commonly experience wrist hyperextension when they suffer a fall and land on one of their hands. This…
Common Golfing Injuries and Tips for Prevention
Golf may seem like a relaxing and relatively slow paced sport, but it actually puts a great deal of strain on your body. Golf requires a number of unusual movements that you’re unlikely to perform otherwise. If your body isn’t…
How to Treat Osteoarthritis in the Hands
Osteoarthritis is a common condition caused by continued wear and tear on the joints. Over time, the repeated motions that your hands go through each day can begin to wear them down. As the cartilage wears away, your bones are…
Exercises to Relieve Pronator Syndrome Pain
Pronator syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed where it passes through the elbow. The entrapped nerve becomes swollen and inflamed. Patients typically experience an aching pain along the forearm and may have tingling and weakness in the thumb…
How Can I Tell If I have Mallet or Trigger Finger?
You probably use your hands daily without pausing to appreciate their true value in your routine tasks. A condition such as mallet finger or trigger finger can cause you to suddenly realize just how essential finger dexterity and comfortable hand…
Thanksgiving Meal Prep Hand Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is a well-loved national holiday where you celebrate and enjoy a traditional turkey feast. While the kitchen is associated with family and delicious food, Thanksgiving meal prep can be overwhelming and result in hand and wrist injuries or aggravate…
5 Causes of Wrist Pain Besides Carpal Tunnel
Your wrist is a small part of your body that contains eight bones, ligaments, tendons, and tissue that is vulnerable to injury. If you experience pain, numbness, or tingling in your hand and wrist, you may think that you have…
Common Pumpkin Carving Injuries & Safety Tips to Prevent Them
Pumpkin carving is a fun and festive tradition that many families use around Halloween to bring people together and have some creative, if messy, fun. As you prepare for this tradition, it’s important to remember that there are some risks…
Burn Degrees and When to See a Doctor
Wounds due to excessive heat exposure, direct contact with a hot object, or contact with chemical agents require immediate attention and proper care. Read on to learn more about burn degrees and when to see a doctor after you or…
Tips for Returning to Exercise or Sports After Hand Surgery
A hand injury can feel devastating if you’re dedicated to an exercise regimen or involved in sports. Though taking time off from these beloved activities is difficult, it’s important to give your hand time to recover following any surgical procedure.…
5 Best Fall Festivals in Dallas
There are plenty of fun things to do in the Dallas area during fall. Whether you’re ready to head to the scariest haunted house you can find, or you’re excited to cheer on your favorite football team on a Friday…
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