Skier's Thumb: Injury & Damage of the Ligaments Our thumbs are true marvels of nature. As humans, we have opposable thumbs that allow for complex movements like gripping and holding items. Damage to the ligaments which hold the thumb in place can lead to instability and pain in the thumb. This condition is often referred to as a skier's thumb, because of...

Tendonitis: Tendon Inflammation Our hands are complex structures made of bone, joints, muscles and tendons. Together they facilitate the transfer of power to the hand and the palm allowing for stretching and bending the hand. Overloading of the tendons and the tendon sheaths can lead to pain and burning sensation in the forearm. This condition is referred to as tendonitis....

Thumb Joint Pain: Damage or Degeneration of the Thumb Joint The thumb joint is one of the most crucial joints in our hand and is responsible for a wide range of functions. From lifting, gripping, grabbing, pushing and most other hand movements, this joint is essential to almost all of our tasks in everyday life. Damage or degeneration of the...

Mouse Arm: Muscles and Tendons in the Arm Degeneration Our hands are complex structures made of bone, joints, muscles and tendons. Together they facilitate the transfer of power to the hand and the palm allowing for stretching and bending the hand. Overloading of the connective tissue and the tendons from using a computer or mouse for prolonged periods of time...

Radius Fracture: Wrist Deformation or Fracture Our hands and arms are resilient structures made of ligaments, muscles and bones. Together they facilitate the transfer of power from the upper arm and allow for complex movements like stretching and bending the wrist. The radial bone extends from the elbow joint to the wrist and is instrumental in the stability of the...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Median Nerve Compression Our hands are a complex collection of bones, muscles and ligaments, from the tips of our fingers to the nerves in our wrists. The wrist is a crucial part of our hands when it comes to everyday actions like lifting, moving or simply gesturing, as it bears the weight and transfers the power from...

Wrist Osteoarthritis: Pain, Swelling & Restricted Mobility of the Wrist Joint The wrist joint is a complex structure that connects our hand to the forearm bone. It facilitates the transfer of power from the forearm muscles and allows us to perform complex movements like writing, gripping and lifting. Wrist osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the wrist joint. A patient...