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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How to Manage Your Elbow Pain
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 […]
Continue reading9 Signs That It’s Time to See the Hand Doctor
Everyone’s hands hurt from time to time. Maybe you spent all day typing and your fingers or sore, or maybe you jammed your finger putting away the dishes or sliding into home plate. But when that pain starts to get worse or lasts for weeks, it may be time to go see a hand doctor. […]
Continue readingWhy Does My Hand Hurt? 10 Possible Causes and Treatments
A study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases found that about 1 in 6 people aged 55 and up experience hand pain in a given month. The odds of hand pain also go up with age, so while at age 55, you might only experience hand pain sporadically, as life goes on, you […]
Continue readingThrown Out: The Most Common Elbow Injuries Experienced by Athletes
There are certain aspects of our bodies that we take for granted. We go about our lives, moving however we choose, without thinking about how fortunate we are that everything works the way it should. Athletes, on the other hand, know that one small change or dysfunction can make a world of difference. For them, […]
Continue readingPreparing for Cubital Tunnel Surgery: What Is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome and How Do Doctors Treat It?
If you’re having pain in your fingers and elbow, it might be the start of a larger problem. A light tingling or numbness, particularly in the ring and little finger may indicate that you have Cubital Tunnel Syndrome. The sooner you discover or are diagnosed with Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, the better prognosis is for full function of […]
Continue readingTop Reasons Why You Have Numb Hands And Fingers
Ever experience numb hands or the feeling of being pricked with pins and needles? Normally, this isn’t a condition to worry about. But what happens if you experience it frequently? In the following article, we’ll be discussing the various causes of this sensation (or lack thereof). And while you’re probably fine not to worry, don’t […]
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