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Tennis elbow, officially called lateral epicondylitis, is a condition involving the degeneration of a tendon’s attachment on the outside (lateral) part of the elbow. Simply put, the degeneration causes pain. The pain may be located on the outside of the elbow, and it can be tender to the touch. This condition can also cause pain during activity, …
Cubital tunnel syndrome: Hand numbness and tingling is not always carpal tunnel syndrome. I have a funny tingling in my small and ring fingers while holding my cell phone to my ear or while holding a book when reading in bed. Why? That “funny” sensation could be compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. …
Anesthesia is a way to control pain during a surgery or procedure by using medicine called anesthetics. It can help control breathing, blood pressure, blood flow, and heart rate and rhythm. There are several types of anesthesia for patients undergoing hand surgery. These include local, regional or general. The type used depends on the type …
We all love the warm summer weather and the fun activities that come with it, but the summer season is a peak time for many injuries. Here are some common summer injuries and how to prevent them: Wrist sprains: Falls are extremely common during the summer. Many activities such as skateboarding, rollerblading, bike riding or …
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