De 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 [...]
Carpal 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...
Wrist sprains range from mild to severe. Here is how to tell whether rest will do the job — and when an evaluation at Idaho Shoulder to Hand makes sense.
Before you channel your inner doctor after a tumble while playing or a mishap at home, let's chat about why fixing a dislocated thumb on your own may not be the best idea. A dislocated thumb is a condition that's not only painful but can lead to serious complications if not handled properly. Let's say you're in the [...]
The wrist is an intricate part of the human body. It is made up of eight small carpal bones, two long bones that connect to the forearm, and four main ligaments. An injury to the wrist can be detrimental to daily life. It's, unfortunately, relatively common. 25% of sports-related injuries happen in the hand or wrist. However, [...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common form of mononeuropathy or condition that affects a single nerve. It makes up 90% of all neuropathy cases. 1-5% of the population has carpal tunnel syndrome. Surgery is one of the best ways to relieve its painful symptoms. How long does it take to get back to normal? Read [...]
Every year, roughly 15 million Americans undergo surgery for various health issues. A common body part people need surgery on is their hands. Getting hand surgery presents a unique challenge as we constantly use our hands throughout the day. If you get hand surgery, you'll want to make sure that you can make a full recovery so [...]
Have you crushed your hand recently? Hand injuries can be painful and challenging to recover from, especially when they involve crushing. Whether it's due to an accident at work or any other unfortunate incident, understanding your injury is vital. How can you recover from a crushing hand injury? Read on to learn how to manage [...]
It's estimated that the condition known as trigger finger affects nearly 2% of the population. Not only that, but as many as 20% of people are potentially at risk of developing it. Unfortunately, there's a reason why this risk statistic is so high. Many people are unfamiliar with this condition or they confuse it with simple daily [...]
It's estimated that carpal tunnel syndrome might affect as much as 5% of the population. If you ever experienced the pain, numbness, and tingling that accompanies this wrist condition, you're likely eager to get rid of it. The good news is that in many cases it can be dealt with using non-surgical methods. That being said, [...]
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