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Hand Pain

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

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Dupuytren’s Contracture: What Is It?

Dupuytren’s contracture is a type of hand deformity. It happens when knots of tissue develop under the skin in the palm, and these knots develop into cords of tissue that pull on one or two fingers. This prevents straightening of those fingers, thereby reducing mobility and flexibility in the hand. Symptoms of Dupuytren’s Contracture Symptoms

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Why Is My Hand Tingling

A tingling sensation in the hand is better than a painful sensation, but it can be a big nuisance – and very distracting. It can also be a sign of an underlying issue that should be diagnosed and addressed. An ignored tingling sensation can lead to worsening symptoms because the underlying condition isn’t being treated.

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Most Common Causes of Wrist Pain

Your wrists are complex structures that serve many useful functions with a near-infinite range of possible movements. With eight small bones that form the central tunnel where the nerves and tendons reside (the carpal tunnel), it is easy to see that many different types of injuries can affect this delicate area. We use our wrists

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