Having trouble straightening out your finger from a bent position is a sign of a condition called trigger finger. It can also cause the finger to suddenly snap into place when straightening or bending it, as when pulling and releasing a trigger. Also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, trigger finger usually affects the thumb or the […]
Hand Arthritis
Is Your Phone Causing Hand Strain?
It seems that everywhere you look these days, people are scrolling, tapping, and swiping on their smartphones. What they may not realize is that all their texting and other phone play may be the reason why some are periodically experiencing hand strain, if not full-blown carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). A number of studies have established […]
Is Cracking Your Fingers Bad for You?
Many people crack their knuckles, toes, back, and especially their fingers. The snapping, popping sound can cause those within earshot to recoil. Perhaps you have heard that cracking your fingers (or knuckles) can lead to arthritis, or that your fingers will become permanently disfigured. Maybe you were told as a child that cracking your fingers […]
Types of Arthritis in the Hand
Thanks to high-tech power tools, exercise equipment, and lots of typing with the Internet and texting, our hands are exposed to constant stress and pressure. Modern life has been anything but kind to our hands, and many of us feel the brunt of this when they stiffen up or swell. If you are feeling pain […]
