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Dupuytren’s Contracture, Trigger Finger, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What’s the Difference?

A number of conditions can affect the hand and wrist, leading to disabling symptoms such as pain and reduced function of the hand. Dupuytren’s contracture, trigger finger, and carpal tunnel syndrome can have similar symptoms, but they are caused by different factors and may require different treatments. How Does Dupuytren’s Contracture Happen? Dupuytren’s contracture is

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How Do I Know if I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis in My Hands?

Arthritis in the hands can cause pain and may prevent you from being able to perform even the simplest day-to-day activities. There are many types of arthritis, but the most common types to affect the hands are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Although some of the symptoms seem similar, there are key differences between the two

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Why A Diabetic May Need an Orthopedic Surgeon

Diabetics can be vulnerable to a number of nerve-related conditions. Although these conditions are more common in the feet and lower legs, other parts of the body can also be affected such as the hands and wrists. Conditions such as Dupuytren’s contracture and carpal tunnel syndrome are more common in people with diabetes and can

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How Your Sports Medicine Doctor Can Get You Back on the Green

If you regularly play sports, whether as a hobby or professionally, you can be vulnerable to injury. Repetitive motions, such as those used during a golf swing, can lead to injury and loss of function, which if left untreated, can get worse over time. A sports medicine doctor is highly specialized in diagnosing and treating

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When to Visit a Sports Medicine Doctor

Injuries during sports are inevitable, and the shoulder, arm, wrist, elbow, hand, and fingers can be particularly vulnerable to repetitive-motion injuries and forceful impacts. If you get seriously injured in any of these parts of your body, it is time to visit a doctor with expertise in sports injuries. Sports medicine doctors are fully equipped

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Surgical Options for Rotator Cuff Repair

A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that causes pain, stiffness and weakness in the shoulder. Some rotator cuff tears can be treated non-surgically with rest, activity restriction, medication and physical therapy. But for severe injuries, surgery may be necessary to successfully repair the damage. The rotator cuff consists of a network of muscles

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How Does an Orthopedic Doctor Treat Hand Pain?

There are many injuries and chronic conditions that can affect the hand and cause pain. Hand pain can occur from an injury or from overuse.  Some hand pain may only be short term and will resolve by itself without any medical intervention. However, persistent or reoccurring hand pain may be a sign of an underlying

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Early Signs of Arthritis

It is normal to experience joint pain from time to time, particularly if you lead an active lifestyle. However, if you start experiencing pain, swelling, or stiffness in a joint on a regular basis, this could be a sign of arthritis and may require further investigation. Arthritis is a common condition associated with pain, stiffness,

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Benefits of Seeing a Joint Specialist

A joint is any place in the body where two bones meet and perform a function together. In order to prevent the bones from rubbing against each other, protective cartilage covers the ends of the bones at the joint. Some joints even have extra cushions made of cartilage, such as the meniscus in the knee.

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Finding the Right Doctor for Shoulder Replacement

Having an injured shoulder or a shoulder that has severe arthritis can cause you to suffer a disability, chronic discomfort, and pain. If this describes you, and nonsurgical treatments have not worked to repair the disability and alleviate the pain, then your doctor may advise you to consider having a shoulder replacement. If you have

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