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Greater Chesapeake Hand Specialists

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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Different Types of Shoulder Surgery

Our shoulders are among the most intricate joints in the human body. They can perform the widest range of motion of any joint, and the shoulder capsule enables the shoulder to powerfully move and lift heavy objects. However, the shoulder’s complexity and functionality also means that it is susceptible to injury. In severe cases, doctors

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Do Athletes Need Different Care?

A doctor who treats sports medicine is a physician for who treats athletes or live a highly active lifestyle. However, sports medicine is not exclusive to this group of individuals and can benefit many people who need orthopedic care. If you sustain an injury from walking, jogging, running, dancing, or going to the gym, a

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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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Recovery from Thumb Joint Replacement

The thumb joint is the most mobile joint in the hand, allowing for a variety of movements and precision activities – such as grasping and picking up objects. Over time, the thumb joint can become susceptible to wear and tear, which for some individuals can result in joint deterioration and arthritis. When symptoms of thumb

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Common Nerve Injuries

Our nervous system plays a crucial role in the functions of the body – everything from regulating our breathing to controlling our muscles. The nerves transmit messages between the various parts of the body and the brain, allowing our body to move and feel pain, pressure, and temperature. Our functioning would be virtually impossible without

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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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Is My Gym Routine Hurting My Shoulder?

Experiencing pain after hitting the gym may be a sign that something in your workout is not right. A good gym routine is one that helps you lose weight, build muscle, and increase strength and endurance. Sore and aching shoulders that last longer than the first few days is not one of them. Here are

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When To Consider Visiting A Hand Surgeon?

Our hands play an important role in virtually everything we do, including getting dressed, driving, playing sports, carrying out work duties, and preparing meals. However, repetitive overuse of the hands, hand conditions, and injuries can cause damage to the hands. If you have injured your hand or are experiencing pain or reduced mobility, it may

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