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Hand Pain

Living an Active Life with Joint Pain? Get Personalized Care from a Joint Specialist

It is a common but frustrating reality for many of us — the perennial soreness, the stiff fingers, the unwelcome signals that our hands are not as nimble as they once were. These hand joint pain symptoms are more than mere inconveniences; they can greatly diminish our quality of life, particularly for those of us

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Diagnosing and Treating Hand Pain

Hand pain limits your daily life, and proper diagnosis and treatment are critical for effectively managing it. There are many underlying causes of hand pain. Below, we talk about the most common hand and wrist problems and how doctors diagnose and treat them. If you want treatment from a qualified professional, an orthopedic surgeon specializing

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What You Should Know About Hand Surgeons

We use our hands for various things. No one can deny how much we depend on them. There is no time when you have pain and discomfort in your fingers or hands. When your hand is wounded or not functioning, you should pay attention to those responsible for its functionality. A hand surgeon’s expertise and

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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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Tips for Treating Hand Arthritis at Home

Physicians can treat hand arthritis through both surgical and nonsurgical methods. When you’re treating the condition at home, the options focus on improving joint function and managing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Let’s talk about some of the most effective ways in which you can minimize the symptoms often experienced with hand arthritis, and who you

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What Could Be Causing My Hand Pain?

Our hands have a complex and delicate structure. Each hand has 27 bones attached to tiny muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and cartilage, which together enable us to touch and grip as we please. We use our hands every day for both work and play, but they are just as vulnerable as they are valuable. Let’s

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Treatments for Hand Tendonitis

Hand tendonitis refers to the inflammation of a tendon on the hands or wrist. This condition occurs from an injury or, more commonly, repetitive motions that put stress on the tendon. The treatment plan for hand tendonitis differs from person to person. Treatment methods can range from home remedies and non-surgical options to surgery. Home

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Common Work-Related Injuries

We spend a preponderance of our time at work. With all of this regular activity and exertion, there is an increased likelihood of getting injured on the job. Fortunately, injury prevention does not require total avoidance of work. We can prevent work-related injuries by employing certain Best Practices, such as taking regular breaks and avoiding

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What Causes Trigger Finger?

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

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Treatments for Dupuytren’s Contracture

The primary sign of Dupuytren’s contracture is when thick, rope-like cords or knots develop in the palm of the hand beneath the skin’s surface. The cords tighten, bending the finger toward the palm – and it’s usually very difficult or impossible to straighten out the finger. Its cause is unknown, but nearly 16 million people

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