My Thumb Hurts – What’s Wrong?
Thumbs are awesome! So awesome in fact that most of the time we take them for granted. That is… until your thumb starts to hurt. When you have thumb joint pain, you realize just how much you use it. Pain… [Learn More]
Oh My Thumb
Tips To Help Manage Your Everyday Thumb Pain?
For those of you that have been diagnosed with Thumb Arthritis or if you’ve injured your thumb, using them for even simple activities can be painful. Opening a jar, turning a key, holding a pen, lifting a plate can all… [Learn More]
How Will Your Healthcare Professional Know If You Have Thumb Arthritis?
Although small, our thumbs are mighty. The remarkable mechanics of our thumbs allow us to use our fine motor skills—including pinching, snapping and grasping. That is why a painful thumb that keeps us from being able to write or grab… [Learn More]
I Think I Have Gamekeepers or Skiers Thumb – What Can I Do About It?
What is Gamekeeper’s or Skier’s Thumb? Have you ever hurt your thumb by falling and catching your thumb on the way down or knocking your thumb on the ski pole when crashing into the snow? Maybe you used a tool… [Learn More]
Do I Have a Mallet Thumb?
Even if you don’t play a sport, you can still sustain an injury called mallet thumb. Besides catching a baseball or basketball with the tip of your thumb, banging it against a counter or shutting it in a drawer can… [Learn More]
I Think I Have a Trigger Thumb – What Can I Do About It?
It’s important to understand the causes and symptoms of trigger thumb, as well as the treatment options. Treating trigger thumb earlier, rather than later gives you a better chance for the triggering to be relieved. What is Trigger Thumb Trigger… [Learn More]
Arthritis of the Thumb Is More Common Than You Think
When you think about arthritis, commonly you think about your knees, hips or even your fingers. You might be surprised to learn though that arthritis of the thumb is more common than you think. As it turns out, the thumb… [Learn More]
A Common Winter Injury – Skier’s Thumb
What Is Skier’s Thumb If you are a skier, snowboarder or ice skater, winter may be your favorite time of year. For skiers, shushing down the mountain in a rhythmic motion, spraying up a little fresh snow, enjoying the beautiful… [Learn More]
Can Gaming Cause Arthritis In My Thumbs?
Candy Crush, Temple Run, and Xbox are just a few of the addictive games prevalent today. Coupled with non-stop texting, millions are spending hours on gaming devices, smartphones, and keyboards, leading to a rise in complaints about aches and pains… [Learn More]
