HAND THERAPY BLOG
Interesting & informative Hand Therapy blog articles about hand and upper extremity injuries or related conditions such as hand and wrist stiffness and pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and other hand therapy conditions.
HAND THERAPY BLOG
I think I have a hand fracture, what do I do now?
Signs you may have a fracture If you have fallen on an outstretched hand, caught your finger in the door...
Read MoreErgonomic products for home or work
Ergonomic products for your desk and workstation Whether you have elected to keep working from home, or you have returned...
Read MoreCauses and Treatment of Common Hand Problems: Trigger Finger
Many people have heard of certain common conditions that affect the hand. They may even know the symptoms of those...
Read MoreHere’s why you need a Hand Therapist
When you’ve injured your hand or wrist, and you need help, where do you turn? The list can be long...
Read MoreCommon Wrist Injuries in Tennis Players
Wrist injuries in tennis players are, unfortunately, very common and can result from a single traumatic event or from chronic...
Read MoreThe do’s and don’ts of stretching after an injury
Regaining movement after an injury or immobilisation Assisting patients to overcome upper limb stiffness following injury and immobilisation constitutes a...
Read MoreDoes cracking your knuckles cause arthritis?
Fact or fiction: Is cracking your knuckles bad for you and does it cause arthritis? Knuckle cracking is a behaviour...
Read MoreWhat to do if you tripped or fell and heard a “pop”
Accidents can happen anytime, anywhere. Regardless of your activity level or how physically fit you think you may be, you’ll...
Read MoreLateral Epicondylitis: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
In this article, we will be discussing lateral tendinopathy or tennis elbow. Prior to discussing causes and symptoms it is...
Read MorePillar Pain After Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal tunnel release surgery is one of the most common procedures performed by hand surgeons in the United States. Over...
Read MoreWoodworking Hand Injuries
Advice from a Certified Hand Therapist: Woodworking Hand Injuries Woodworking is a skill that requires precision and patience. Strong, functional...
Read MoreCarpal Tunnel Surgery: What To Expect
What is carpal tunnel release surgery? Carpal tunnel release (CTR) is one of the most common surgeries performed and generally has...
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