Trigger finger is a condition causing discomfort and pain in your hand and finger, but no, it doesn’t occur from practicing your shooting skills at a state fair or at the range. Known medically as stenosing tenosynovitis, it affects the tendons in your hand. If you suspect you may have it, here are 5 extremely […]
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8 Ways to Easily Treat and Prevent Wrist Pain
Different components of the body are constantly working together in perfect tandem, and if one area is stressed, it can cause a chain reaction of stress and discomfort. To prove our point, let’s look at 8 ways to easily treat and prevent wrist pain.
Continue readingWhat Is Tommy John Surgery and Why Might You Need It?
As with many sports injuries, most arise from overuse of a particular joint or part of the body. To a lesser degree, an injury can occur after a one time accident or unexpected extension.
Continue readingHow to Hand-le These Common Injuries from Contact Sports
Whether someone is a professional athlete, a member of a high school or college team, or is your typical weekend warrior, hand and wrist injuries are quite common. Prompt management of the injury is essential for healing and to prevent any long term issues. Learning how to handle these common injuries from contact sports is […]
Continue readingGolf Injuries to the Hand and Wrist
Did you know that 90% of all golf pros suffer from hand strain every year? Not only that, but over 40% of golf amateurs experience common golf injuries on an annual basis as well. What can you possibly do to prevent this? No matter your skill level on the green, explore golf injuries to the […]
Continue readingWrist Arthroplasty: Understanding Wrist Joint Replacement
Have you stopped doing daily activities because of wrist pain? Do you find it hard to complete tasks at work or home? You are not alone. About 1 out of every 7 Americans have wrist arthritis. But this is only one cause of wrist pain. Don’t let wrist pain interfere with your life. Make an […]
Continue readingPreventing Hand Pain Caused By Your Smartphone
If you experience tingling, pain, stiffness, and cramping in your hand from using your smartphone, we could suggest you stop using it for about a month. That advice would most likely help, but we can hear you laughing now since we all know that isn’t remotely in the realm of possibilities.
Continue readingThe Complex Abilities and Anatomy of the Hand and Wrist
Our bodies are home to miles of veins, muscles, bones, and ligaments that allow us to do everything from breathing to mastering an instrument. We tend not to think about our bodies until something goes wrong, though. What use is knowing about the anatomy of the hand unless you need to mend a broken finger […]
Continue readingHow To Avoid Elbow Pain Caused By Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
As you read this, are you sitting at your computer with your elbows bent at ninety degrees or more? Do you always hold your cell as you talk or sleep at night with an elbow bent? If you answered yes to either of these, you may be at risk for cubital tunnel syndrome. In truth, […]
Continue readingKnowing When to Remove a Ganglion Cyst of the Wrist
A ganglion cyst is a common, non-cancerous fluid filled lump that usually develops on the joints of the wrist or fingers. They can be annoying and unsightly, but normally they require no treatment. There are circumstances, though, when treatment is recommended, so knowing when to remove a ganglion cyst of the wrist is beneficial and […]
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