We all take the various functions of our hands for granted, particularly functions like the ability to straighten our fingers. However, this ability entirely depends on the thin extensor tendons that extend across the hand and through to the fingertips. One common problem that affects the ability to straighten the [...]
You may have been there before—you slam your finger in the door, you jam one while playing a game of football, or maybe you fall and land on one of your fingers the wrong way. But, is it actually broken? While the immediate sharp pain and swelling that ensues [...]
Hand injuries of any scale are some of the most difficult situations to deal with, be it a sprain, a fracture or anything in-between.While it is important to seek immediate attention from a qualified hand pain physician when you have sustained a hand injury, it is equally important to be [...]
With the arrival of cooler weather comes winter sports activities such as skiing, football, and holiday shopping (yes, this a sport!), which all lead to us being more active. Of course, being active is good, but these activities could also cause or aggravate an already existing injury to the [...]
If you’ve ever injured your toe before, then you know the agonizing pain, swelling and immobility that can come along with the injury. But all too often, individuals don’t realize their toe may in fact be broken. When broken toes go undiagnosed, mistaken for a sprain, further injury can [...]
A broken toe can be an unexpected and painful event. Depending on the injury, some toes heal faster than others. If you find yourself in this situation at odd hours of the night or somewhere where you can’t seem to get to a doctor, here are some tips that you [...]
The knuckles are often considered the hardest and most durable bones in the hand. However, the knuckles are prone to bruising – and potential fractures – when suffering a direct hit against a hard surface. Although bruised knuckles are typically attributed to those who participate in boxing or other [...]
Rotator cuff injuries are a common cause of shoulder pain among adults in the United States. Due to a sudden acute injury or degeneration, rotator cuff tears can be painful and debilitating, limiting the range of motion of your arm and affecting your quality of life. There are several options [...]
What Do I Do? Every individual finger on the hand is essential for the hand’s perfect health and function, and yet there is one finger that we all take for granted: The pinky finger. While it does not appear to be responsible for any essential daily activities, any injury [...]
A broken toe is a debilitating condition that can affect individuals of all ages, be it: A Stress Fracture The Result of Overuse Toe-Stubbing Accident Depending on the extent of the injury, it can keep you off your foot for up to 4 weeks and with understandable pain and [...]
