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When to Seek Treatment for a Ganglion Cyst

Published on March 23, 2017
When to Seek Treatment for a Ganglion Cyst

A ganglion cyst is a small non-cancerous lump that often forms on the joints and tendons of the hands and wrists. In most cases, a ganglion cyst causes no pain or discomfort and can clear up on its own without

How Does Carpal Tunnel Surgery Affect My Ability to Type? The Answer May Surprise You!

Published on March 1, 2017
senior woman massage on hand to relief pain from hard working for treatment about carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common nerve compression disorder of the upper extremity. For many patients, when conservative measures fail a carpal tunnel release procedure is necessary. However, many patients like yourself may wonder how is this going to affect my function after

Basilar Joint Arthritis: Are You Experiencing Hand Pain While Writing?

Published on February 24, 2017
Common causes of hand pain while writing

Have you been experiencing any hand pain while writing, opening jars, or turning door handles? This can be a sign of a very common form of arthritis known as basilar joint arthritis. Understanding Basilar Joint Arthritis Basilar joint arthritis occurs

What Is Trigger Finger?

Published on January 27, 2017
What Is Trigger Finger

There are a lot of parts in the hand that can become damaged, including the sheath that covers the tendons in your fingers. When this sheath becomes inflamed and swollen, it causes a condition called stenosing tenosynovitis, more commonly known

The Most Common Cause of Pediatric Hand Injuries

Published on December 22, 2016
common causes of pediatric hand injuries

As parents, the safety and wellbeing of our children are always top priorities. Witnessing them in pain, especially due to hand injuries, can be particularly distressing, given the impact on their quality of life. Hand issues in children, ranging from

Don’t Delay – Get Tendon Repair Today!

Published on December 18, 2016
Surgeons show image film x ray hand tendon after surgery for patient on hospital bed

Tendons are the cords that connect your arm muscles to the bones of your hand, allowing for the movement of joints. Despite the precise nature of our hands and the intricacy of all the parts involved, many people don’t realize

Arthritis at the Base of the Thumb

Published on November 18, 2016
Symptoms and Treatment of Base of Thumb Arthritis in TX

For those experiencing pain at the base of their thumb, which disrupts everyday activities like writing, turning door handles, or opening jars, the culprit could be arthritis in a specific thumb joint. Basilar Joint Arthritis, also known as thumb arthritis,

Does Typing on the Computer Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Published on November 11, 2016
Effects of keyboard typing

The short answer to this question is… maybe. Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Research studies show mixed results regarding whether computer use contributes to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). While typing may play a role, it is important to recognize that many

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Published on October 28, 2016
female hands showing carpal tunnel syndrome

In today’s digital age, it’s no surprise that many of us spend a significant portion of our day typing on keyboards or navigating the compact screens of our cellphones. This constant, repetitive motion can slowly but surely take a toll