Ganglion Cysts of the Wrist: When Is That Lump Cause for Concern?
h2s12026-07-22T14:56:15+00:00A Boise hand surgeon's guide to ganglion cysts of the wrist: what causes them, when they matter, and what treatment actually works.
Why Do My Fingers Feel Stiff in the Morning? Common Orthopedic Causes
h2s12026-07-16T01:04:21+00:00Morning finger stiffness can mean many things, from mild osteoarthritis to trigger finger or inflammatory arthritis. Here's how to tell what's going on and when to have it evaluated.
Why Does My Shoulder Click, Pop, or Grind? Understanding Shoulder Noises
h2s12026-07-22T14:52:41+00:00A Boise upper-extremity specialist explains which shoulder clicks and pops are harmless, which point to a labral tear or rotator cuff problem, and when to get imaging.
Tennis Elbow Is Not Just for Tennis Players: A Guide for Trades Workers
h2s12026-06-15T21:54:04+00:00A practical guide to tennis elbow for Treasure Valley contractors, electricians, and plumbers—how it develops, when to push past conservative care, and what surgery involves.
Carpal Tunnel or Something Else? How to Read Your Hand and Wrist Symptoms
h2s12026-06-15T21:20:19+00:00Numbness and tingling in the hand often get blamed on carpal tunnel, but the real source may be the elbow or neck. Here's how to tell the difference.
Why Spring Yard Work Is a Leading Cause of Rotator Cuff Tears
h2s12026-06-05T14:09:27+00:00Each May, Treasure Valley clinics see a wave of shoulder injuries from yard work. Here's why spring gardening causes rotator cuff tears, and what to do about the pain.
De Quervain’s Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Boise Patients
h2s12026-04-15T02:17:21+00:00De Quervain's tendonitis is a painful condition affecting the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. If you have noticed a sharp pain when turning your wrist, gripping objects, or making a fist, this condition may be the cause. It is particularly common among people who perform repetitive hand and wrist motions — and [...]
Frozen Shoulder: What Boise Residents Need to Know About Symptoms and Recovery
h2s12026-04-15T02:17:19+00:00Frozen shoulder — known medically as adhesive capsulitis — is one of the more frustrating shoulder conditions patients encounter. It develops gradually, often without a clear cause, and can significantly limit your ability to perform everyday tasks like reaching overhead, fastening a seatbelt, or getting dressed. For Boise and Treasure Valley residents who lead active [...]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Early Signs and Treatment Options in the Treasure Valley
h2s12026-03-17T21:15:48+00:00Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Early Signs and Treatment Options in the Treasure Valley Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Early Signs and Treatment Options in the Treasure Valley Carpal tunnel syndrome affects mil...
Rotator Cuff Tears: Understanding Your Treatment Options in Boise
h2s12026-03-17T21:15:43+00:00Rotator Cuff Tears: Understanding Your Treatment Options in Boise Rotator Cuff Tears: Understanding Your Treatment Options in Boise The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that sta...
