Carpal tunnel syndrome is characterised by numbness and tingling in the hand and arm caused by a compression of the median nerve as it passes through the wrist. What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is the compression of the median nerve as it passes...
A volar plate injury is common in ball sports, such as netball or cricket when a ball hits the end of the finger, forcing it into hyperextension. What is a Volar Plate injury? The volar plate is a ligament that is on the palm side of the finger. It stabilises the...
Injuries to the flexor tendon pulleys are common for rock climbers. Here’s how an injury may occur and how it will be treated by your hand therapist. What is a Flexor Tendon Pulley Rupture? Pulley ruptures are common in rock climbers. A common scenario is when a rock...
What is jersey finger? Jersey finger is an injury to the FDP tendon in the finger. It is common in sports like AFL or rugby when a player attempts to grab another’s jersey with the tips of their fingers, but the jersey is jerked away. Jersey finger is a common term to...
A Bennett’s fracture is a fracture to the base of the first metacarpal bone, which is located at the base of the thumb. They are common in combat-type sports, such as UFC. What Is a Bennet’s Fracture? A Bennett’s fracture is a fracture to the base of the thumb...
