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5 ways to avoid hand pain while knitting
Many people who enjoy knitting may experience pain or discomfort in the hands or wrist at some point. The repetitive actions involved with knitting exposes one to the development of a number of conditions, the foremost being Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, trigger thumb or De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. Both conditions can cause pain,…
What is ulnar neuritis?
QUESTION: A 45 year old woman is complaining of pins and needles and numbness in her ring finger and little finger when she is reading and when she is working on her computer. It is keeping her up at night and she is starting to lose dexterity and coordination in her…
What is a Ganglion cyst?
QUESTION: A 38 year old woman has found a large soft lump on her wrist. It is painful and hindering full motion of the joint. What is the issue? Should she see her hand therapist? What Is It? Ganglion cysts are fluid filled sacs which can develop over joints or…
What can cause basal thumb strain?
What is it? Basal Thumb Strain – also known as CMC osteoarthritis – is a condition that develops gradually over time. Pain at the base of the thumb...
What is a swan neck deformity of the finger?
QUESTION: A 65 year old man is unable to straighten his finger – it is painful and difficult to move. What is the issue? Should he consult his hand therapist? Swan Neck Deformity in the Finger The finger is a perfectly balanced anatomic structure. There are many important factors at…
Common causes of wrist pain
QUESTION: A 32year man is lifting weights at the gym and notices his wrist is becoming increasingly sore. Should he consult a hand therapist? What Is It? A wrist injury can occur from different mechanisms. It may develop over time or it can be from a specific incident like a fall….
Potential causes and treatments for thumb injuries
QUESTION: A 42 year old woman is suffering from pain in her thumb. She is in the middle of renovating her house, but hasn’t been doing any of the manual work. It is keeping her up at night and causing pain and weakness in the thumb when she is pouring from…
What is elbow tendinopathy?
QUESTION: A 24 year old female tennis player is suffering from acute pain when gripping with her fingers, particularly after practicing her serves. The bony outer part of her elbow is also tender and she is experiencing some stiffness in the neck. What is the issue? What Is It? Elbow tendinopathy…
What is thermoplastic splinting?
Thermoplastic splinting material is used when fabricating custom made splints. The splints can be made during a consultation with your hand...
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