Did you know that in the United States, 6 million people break a bone each year? If you were to break a bone, the chances are one in ten that it’s in your wrist. The truth is that a broken wrist is a frequent injury, but it does not imply that it is easily diagnosed or treated. If you […]
Continue readingThe Best Hand Surgeon In Texas
If you’re looking to get hand surgery, then chances are you’re looking for the best hand surgeon in your area. You might ask yourself questions such as: “Where can I look for the best hand surgeon in Texas?” or if you live in a specific geographic area, you may want to search, “Best hand surgeon […]
Continue readingCommon Types of Hand Surgeries: Everything You Need to Know
Your hands are an integral part of your daily life. You use them to work, cook, socialize, express your emotions, exercise, and much, much more! This means that protecting your hands is of the utmost importance but it also means they are susceptible to wear and tear. In fact, each year nearly 124,000 hand injuries […]
Continue reading5 Ways to Avoid a Finger Tendon Injury That Need Surgery
Every year in the United States, patients across the country suffer 33 million musculoskeletal injuries. These can be extremely painful and have a huge impact on your ability to work and carry out basic daily tasks. But did you know that the majority of these injuries involve tendons? In fact, 50% of musculoskeletal injuries involve […]
Continue readingDe Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: A Common Condition Affecting New Mothers
Sometimes known as “mommy’s wrist,” De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a common condition affecting new mothers. It is not arthritis, nor a fractured wrist, so what causes the pain, and what can you do about it?
Continue reading9 Possible Causes of Hand Pain That Won’t Go Away
Most days your hand and wrist hurt, and you have no idea why. Maybe you’ve gotten used to having the discomfort, and you keep popping anti-inflammatory meds. Since discovering the reason for the pain might reduce or eliminate it, here are 9 possible causes for that recurring pain!
Continue reading7 Essential Tips to Help With Carpal Tunnel Recovery
Carpel tunnel syndrome is a very common condition, thought to affect up to 10 million Americans. It’s painful and can cause serious interference with day-to-day life. A diagnosis of any painful health condition can be distressing, particularly one which interferes with functionality and sensation. Various conditions can cause similar symptoms, so it’s essential to get […]
Continue readingWays To Prevent Hand Injuries Around The Home
It’s a fact that we have been spending even more time than normal at home this year. Family chores, dad’s “to do” list, and kitchen duties can all lead to injury if we aren’t careful and paying attention. Now is a good time to remind the whole family about ways to prevent hand injuries around […]
Continue readingDo You Need Hand Surgery? 7 Ways to Tell
When it comes to work or play, your hands are always there to help you. Until you’ve experienced problems due to hand injury or other diseases, then you might not realize just how much you use them. Your hands help you do almost anything, so it’s important to take good care of them. If you’re […]
Continue reading15 Effective Wrist, Hand and Finger Exercises for Preventing Injuries
Your hands, fingers, and wrists are an important part of your daily life. We use them every day for almost any task. Driving, cooking, typing, using a phone, reading a book, picking up our children all require healthy hands and wrists. Injuries and pain in your hands can be incredibly debilitating, so it is important to […]
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