If your finger will catch, pop and gets stuck in a bent position when you make a fist, it could be a trigger finger. Trigger fingers are one of the most common conditions which affect the hand. This can occur in any of the fingers, including the thumb. The ring finger is the most common […]
Dupuytrens disease is a common condition affecting the hand. This condition is characterized by abnormal scar or fibrous tissue formation in the palms and fingers. Early in the course of the disease process, firm nodules of fibrous tissue develop in the palm. In about 30-50% of patients, these nodules develop into cords which gradually bend […]
What is a paronychia fingernail infection? A paronychia is a common type of finger infection surrounding the fingernail. The infection typically involves the cuticle and it can extend into the nail fold on the lateral side of the nail. The word paronychia is usually pronounced “pair-uh-NICK-ee-uh.” What are the signs and symptoms of a paronychia […]
The most common conditions which affect the hand and wrist are listed below. Learn more about the classic symptoms associated with these diagnoses. Visit a hand specialist to learn more about your condition and treatment options. Here is a hand and wrist symptom checker. Hand Conditions Carpal tunnel syndrome: Numbness and tingling in the thumb, index […]
Thumb CMC joint osteoarthritis is one of the most common problems which can affect our hands. We use our thumbs for many daily tasks including buttoning a shirt, opening a jar, and turning a doorknob. The ability to move the thumb to touch the small finger is an important function which makes the human hand […]
If you recently hurt your wrist and the emergency room or urgent care doctor told you that you broke a bone in your wrist, I am sure that you have a lot of questions. While you are waiting for your follow-up appointment with an orthopedic surgeon for your broken wrist, you may be wondering several […]
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The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently updated their practice guidelines for clinicians who treat patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). These guidelines were first introduced about 20 years ago. They have been revised to account for new information from up-to-date studies. Medicine is constantly evolving, with the goals of deepening our understanding of […]
Find a hand doctor When new patients meet me, they often say, “I didn’t know there are hand doctors!” Of course everyone has heard of cardiologists, orthopedic surgeons, and dermatologists. But many patients are not aware of the hand doctor specialty. This specialty developed in the United States after World War II, when there was […]
Are cortisone shots safe? First of all, what is a cortisone shot? A “cortisone shot” is an injection of a corticosteroid medication that is typically mixed with a local anesthetic numbing medicine. The injections are used to reduce pain and inflammation in the musculoskeletal system. Cortisone shots are common treatments for conditions including tendinitis, arthritis, […]
