Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that impacts many people, especially those who use their hands a lot for work or hobbies. It can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and wrist, making everyday tasks difficult. Understanding and using braces and supports can help manage these symptoms and improve your quality of…
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Infections that Cause Hand Pain
Because we use our hands all day every day, they are prone to injuries like cuts, scratches, and scrapes. Such injuries, especially those that break the skin, put our hands at risk of hand infections because microorganisms can penetrate through these breaks. Hand infections are a common cause of hand pain and stiffness. Most hand…
How Gout Can Cause Wrist Pain
Wrist pain can prevent you from doing everyday activities and make it difficult to find a comfortable position. Many people experience wrist pain at some point in their lives, but it can be a chronic problem for some. There are many potential causes of wrist pain, but one of the lesser-known causes is gout. How…
How Do You Assess Hand Pain?
The hands are capable of strong, precise, and dexterous movements. However, they are still susceptible to injury — and this can cause extreme discomfort and inconvenience in your daily life. When routine hand functions become hard, you’ll want to know exactly what’s causing your hand pain. Here’s how to assess your hand and find out…
Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Wrist Sprain: Surgical Options
Wrist pain can be caused by various reasons, ranging from accidents to chronic conditions. A triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) sprain occurs because of an injury to the wrist. TFCC is a cartilage structure that connects the small wrist bones on the pinkie side to the end of the forearm. It is frequently treated with medication…
5 Tips To Soothe Swollen, Aching Hands
Hand pain is an inconvenience, but it can worsen if left unaddressed. The discomfort can make simple actions like opening a jar or even buttoning a shirt frustrating. However, there are remedies and tips that you can use to soothe your swollen, aching hands — right at home. If you have hand pain, read on…
Why Is My Hand Pain Worse at Night? Could It Be Something Serious?
If you have persistent or nagging hand pain, it may hurt more at night while you sleep. Indeed, many people notice that their arthritis pain or other inflammatory conditions tend to become worse at night – to the extent that it interferes with their sleep. Why does this happen? The jury is still out, but…
What causes trigger finger?
Trigger finger, or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition that causes the fingers and thumb to get stuck in a bent position. Other than getting stuck in a bent position, the fingers may feel stiff or snap/pop when you try to move them. The base of the finger or thumb may feel sore, and gripping or…
Treatment Options for Trigger Finger
Trigger finger is a common condition that causes a finger to get locked in a bent position. The condition can make it difficult to straighten the affected finger back out and can cause pain, swelling, and discomfort. Treatment for trigger finger can vary depending on the severity of the condition. In certain cases, surgery may…
When Should You See A Physician for Hand Pain?
We rely on our hands to do almost everything, which is why we tend to overuse them. Overusing and doing repetitive motions with our hands can eventually cause pain. Hand pain usually goes away on its own; it can be alleviated with rest and home remedies. However, there are instances when it can persist. Such…