What is Thumb Arthritis? CMC joint arthritis also known as thumb arthritis occurs at the base of your thumb, where your thumb and wrist meet. Named for the bones that make up the base of your thumb – a Carpal… [Learn More]
If you type or text a lot and you feel pain, numbness, tingling or burning in your hand and fingers, you may be quick to think you have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. However, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and Wrist Tendinitis are… [Learn More]
Do you or someone you know wake up every morning with pain and stiffness in your hands or fingers? If you have arthritis, tendinitis or a repetitive stress injury, you probably have felt the aches and pains and know first… [Learn More]
“Please, just give me a shot” is a common plea of patients to their healthcare provider. For people suffering with arthritis, tendinitis, or another form of joint inflammation, a steroid injection can quickly reduce and even eliminate pain. But, will… [Learn More]
If you’re a gardener or are starting a garden this year you are probably getting ready to pull weeds, dig in the dirt and plant your flowers and vegetables. Before you get your tools out and start pulling those weeds… [Learn More]
If you are living with CMC Thumb Arthritis you may already know that finding the right thumb brace can make a world of difference in reducing pain and improving hand mobility. However, with so many options available—from flexible, soft fabrics… [Learn More]
Do I Have Thumb Arthritis Do you repeatedly hear yourself say “my thumb hurts” because of the pain you feel at the base of your thumb (down by the wrist) when you pinch or grasp something? If so, you may… [Learn More]
If your finger or thumb locks, clicks, or gets stuck in a bent position- then suddenly pops back when trying to straighten it, like a trigger on a gun, you might be dealing with trigger finger (or trigger thumb). Surprisingly… [Learn More]
Whether you are recovering from hand surgery, have pain and stiffness in your hands from arthritis or have tendinitis—a hand therapist may be the answer in helping with your pain.
Does this sound familiar? You go to turn your car key… and feel that sharp, grinding pain at the base of your thumb. Opening a jar? Difficult. Writing a grocery list? Even that can become uncomfortable. If you’ve experienced this,… [Learn More]
