Sitting in front of the computer all day, every day, seems harmless, but that twinge of pain you felt in your wrist last week and occasional numbness could lead to a more serious problem down the road. Whether you are working from home or sitting in your office, you could be one of the eight […]
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What Causes Elbow Pain? Everything You Need to Know
Your elbow allows you to swing, lift, throw, and more. You’re able to do all this because your elbow is more than just a simple joint. But that also means there’s plenty that can go wrong with it, and the causes of elbow pain can vary greatly. The elbow is a joint where three bones come […]
Continue readingHow to Find a Hand Surgeon Near You (That You Can Trust)
Many people accept hand pain as a part of growing older or working hard, but that’s not always the best choice. In many cases, your injury may require medical intervention. You do a lot with your hands. They help you eat, get dressed, write and work. These activities require the proper sensation and functioning of […]
Continue readingHow to Keep Yourself Safe From “Avocado Hand”
Avocados are America’s latest object of food affection. However, many people are paying for their passion for the fruit with serious hand injuries. From everyday people to celebrities, more people are suffering the effects of avocado hand. This injury occurs when someone slices their hand or finger while trying to prep their favorite fruit for […]
Continue readingCarpal Tunnel vs Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve been managing varying degrees of hand, wrist, elbow, and arm pain, you’ve probably spent a fair amount of time browsing the internet looking for the answers to your problems. You may have come across two potential diagnoses: carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel. While they’re similar in name (and even in the presentation) they’re […]
Continue readingSigns, Symptoms and Treatment for Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
Only about 5 percent of tennis elbow cases are actually caused by playing tennis. The majority of people who come down with tennis elbow, formally called lateral epicondylitis, get it as the result of everyday activities at work or home. Because lateral epicondylitis has become popularly associated with tennis, many non-tennis players assume it can’t happen […]
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A carpenter, a chef, and a professional baseball player all walk into a bar. And they all complain about their aching elbows. While professional athletes blame elbow problems for 26% of all sports injuries, sore elbows is a common complaint among normal Americans, too. From painters to professional golfers, everyone is at risk of developing an […]
Continue readingTingling in Hands: 10 Common Causes
Many Americans struggle with the odd sensation of tingling hands. But what causes it? Is it dangerous? Perhaps more importantly, what should you do about it? Depending on how often this feeling occurs and how severe it is, tingling in hands may be the result of what is commonly known as peripheral neuropathy. Simply put, peripheral […]
Continue readingJammed Finger 101: Symptoms, Treatment Options and Causes
Finger injuries are no laughing matter. In fact, more than 100 million Americans go to the emergency room every year for hand and finger injuries. Experiencing problems with your fingers can mean time away from work, loads of pain, and difficulty accomplishing daily tasks. If you think you happen to have a jammed finger, it’s […]
Continue readingWhat Causes Burning Hands and How Can You Treat It?
How many times a day do you use your hands? From washing the dishes to showering, playing video games to moving boxes, typing on a laptop to writing with pen and paper, our hands are essential for getting through the day. But when pain strikes, even performing the simplest of tasks can be tough. There are […]
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