When you visit Hand Surgery Specialists of Texas, you can rest assured that Dr. Mark Khorsandi is truly dedicated to his craft and is well trained to take care of your hand problems. “I am happiest when I know the treatment/care I have rendered to a patient has made a significant improvement in their life,” […]
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Carpal Tunnel During Pregnancy
Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common among expectant mothers; as many as 62 percent of pregnant women suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome. The reason behind the high prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome among pregnant women has to do with the fluid retention and swelling that is so common during pregnancy. The carpal tunnel is a […]
Continue readingHow to Relieve Motorcycle Throttle Hand Pain
If you ride your motorcycle on a regular basis you might be experiencing some hand pain during and after your ride. This is a common malady for frequent riders known as “throttle hand pain” because it is often caused by holding the throttle on your motorcycle at a specific angle to maintain speed. Throttle hand […]
Continue readingHow To Give a Hand Massage
By being able to give a good hand massage you could help a loved one relax and unwind after a long day or in times of stress. Follow the steps below to learn how to properly massage the hands for healing and relaxing: As form of preparation, make sure you remove all rings, watches, bracelets, […]
Continue readingRaynaud’s Phenomenon: Why do my hands change colors?
Have your hands ever turned white, then blue, then red when they come in contact with cold temperatures? If so, you might be suffering from a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon. So, why do your hands change colors? Raynaud’s causes the tiny blood vessels in your hands to constrict to the point of almost entirely […]
Continue readingCarpal Tunnel Myths Debunked
Carpal tunnel syndrome manifests itself in different ways depending on the individual, but among the most common carpal tunnel symptoms are: numbness and tingling on certain fingers; pain radiating to the forearm, arm, neck, or shoulders; weakness of grip; and severe night time hand pain. There are several popular misconceptions about carpal tunnel. The physicians at […]
Continue reading5 Office Habits That Are Damaging Your Arms and Wrists
We all do it: sitting at our desks, crunched over the keyboard, maintaining the same position for hours until we realize our backs are hurting a little and our arms are getting tired. Then we correct our posture and repeat all over again.With work taking most of our focus during the workday, it is understandable […]
Continue readingHow To Pick the Best Cut Resistant Gloves
It is important to keep your hands protected while at work to avoid workplace injuries. A good way to do this is by wearing cut resistant gloves, which are designed to protect your hands from direct contact with sharp edges such as glass, metal, ceramics, and other materials. The cut protection provided by these gloves […]
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