Carpal Tunnel Release Carpal tunnel release is a type of surgery that is used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel occurs when pressure is placed on the median nerve in the wrist. This pressure causes pain and weakness in the hand. In this article you will learn about the causes and symptoms of carpal […]
De Quervains Release De Quervains tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons on the side of the wrist. De Quervains release is an outpatient procedure that will relieve symptoms of De Quervains tenosynovitis. In this article, you will learn about the causes and symptoms of De Quervains tenosynovitis, how De Quervains tenosynovitis […]
Fractures of the Hand A fractured hand occurs when there is a crack or break in one or more of the bones in your hand. A fractured hand can be a minor or major injury depending on what part of the bone is broken. No matter the severity of your fractured hand, you will […]
Cartilage Damage Explained Cartilage damage can occur for a variety of reasons in different joints in the body. This article will explore how cartilage damage develops and how it can be treated. What Causes Cartilage Damage? Cartilage is connective tissue found in the major joints of the body—shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle. […]
One of the most common conditions of the hand or wrist is known as carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition is centered within the nerves in the wrist. Running through the center of the wrist into the hand is a nerve called the median nerve. If this nerve becomes squeezed or compressed in any way, it […]
Medial Versus Lateral Epicondylitis Medial and lateral epicondylitis are both painful conditions that commonly affect the elbows of different athletes. This article will help you better understand both conditions and their recommended treatments. What’s the difference between medial and lateral epicondylitis? On either side of the elbow joint are bony bumps that connect to the […]
Distal Radius Fracture A distal radius fracture is the most common bone to break in the arm. The radius is the bigger of the two bones on your forearm. The end of the bone towards your wrist is called the distal end. A distal radius fracture occurs when you break the area on the radius […]
