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 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 […]
Continue reading7 Types Of Hand Injuries You Should Know About
The importance of healthy hands isn’t something that should come as a surprise to anyone – after all, we use them all day, every day. But it’s easy to take good hand health for granted until something goes wrong. And this happens more often than you think. In 2015, there were 143,900 hand-related injuries in […]
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 readingUnderstanding Hand and Wrist Nerve Damage
Hands are made up of joints, ligaments, tendons, nerve fibers, and 27 bones. So to say the anatomy of the hand is complex is an understatement. When you’re experiencing pain, numbness, or tingling in your hand, it can be quite the task to pinpoint the cause. Thankfully, there are hand specialists that have spent countless […]
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 […]
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