I Think I Have de Quervain’s – What Should I Do About It?
If your thumb hurts every time you turn your wrist, grasp something or make a fist- you are probably looking… [Read More]
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A Common Winter Injury – Skier’s Thumb
If you are a skier, snowboarder or ice skater, winter may be your favorite time of year. For skiers, shushing… [Read More]
My Thumb Hurts – 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… [Read More]
I Think I Have Thumb Arthritis – What Do I Do About It?
What is Thumb Arthritis? CMC joint arthritis also known as thumb arthritis occurs at the base of your thumb, where… [Read 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… [Read More]
I Think I Have a Trigger Thumb – What Can I Do About It?
Trigger Thumb is inflammation of the tendon(s) that flex or bend your thumb. The tendons act as cords that pull your… [Read More]
How Will Your Doctor 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… [Read 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… [Read 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… [Read More]
3 Things to Avoid If You Have Thumb Problems
Have you ever thought about your thumbs? I mean, really thought about them? Thumbs are the shortest “digit” on your… [Read More]