Elbows are under attack. That’s why more than 1,800 semi-professional and professional athletes have had at least one Tommy John surgery. Thousands of other Americans have had the surgery after months of intense elbow pain. You should consider the procedure if you’re dealing with pain and discomfort in your arm. But you shouldn’t rush into having it. […]
Continue reading9 Signs Your Elbow Pain Needs to Be Checked Out
The elbow is a complex joint designed to complete a wide range of dynamic movements. But, as with a lot of our body’s most essential and hard-working components, we often forget about how much we use our elbows. Until, that is, we start to experience elbow pain. Elbow injuries are actually a lot more prevalent than many […]
Continue readingThe Musician’s Guide to Repetitive Strain Injury Treatment
Music is one of the greatest gifts of humanity in the twenty-first century, and more people are enjoying it than ever. Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, more people than ever have begun learning to play instruments for the first time. Well, what else are you supposed to do with the extra free time? […]
Continue readingEverything You Need to Know About Cubital Tunnel Endoscopic Surgery
Did you know that cubital tunnel syndrome is the second most common peripheral nerve entrapment syndrome? If you’re suffering from intense elbow pain, difficulty with range of motion, numbness or tingling of the ring and little fingers, weakness with gripping, you aren’t alone. You could be suffering from cubital tunnel syndrome. If you have cubital […]
Continue reading9 Causes of Tingling Hands
Are you suffering from the daily experience of tingling hands? Are you wondering where this symptom came from and what you can do about it? Tingling in the extremities, including the hands, is a common phenomenon. In fact, it is one of the most common reasons that people seek medical care. There are a variety […]
Continue reading7 Common Hand Injuries for Musicians
Did you know that estimates say around 76% of musicians will suffer some type of injury throughout their life that impacts their playing ability? Playing an instrument is a hobby for some, an outlet for others, and even potentially a career for people. It has countless benefits, but as you can see from the above […]
Continue readingHow to Prevent a Repetitive Strain Injury from Your Favorite Sport
Are you still suffering from repeated injuries in your favorite sport? Do you keep trying to return to the field or court but find yourself sidelined by injuries? There is no doubt about it. Continuing a train of injuries can be one of the most frustrating experiences as an outdoor enthusiast and athlete. When you […]
Continue readingYour Complete Guide to Carpal Tunnel Endoscopic Surgery
Did you know that 1 to 5% of all people will develop carpal tunnel syndrome at some point in their lives? If you have carpal tunnel syndrome or know someone who has it, you know that it can be a painful and frustrating condition. While some pain medications may be able to cover up the […]
Continue readingHand Specialist: What They Do and When It’s Time to See One
The U.S. Department of Labor states that almost 25% of workplace injuries are hand injuries. The hand is composed of a network of connective tissues, nerves, muscles, and bones. Many people with hand injuries shrug it off as not a big deal. After a few weeks or a month, the pain becomes intense. That’s when […]
Continue readingEverything You Need to Know About Avocado Hand Injury
Between 1998 to 2002, there were just over 3,000 instances of an avocado hand injury. Recent data taken from 2020 found that from 2013 to 2017 avocado hand injuries increased by nearly 24,000. Researchers speculated that people are eating more avocados than they were 20 years ago. In fact, most injuries involved the left hand or the […]
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