Although the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the hand are small, the impact of hand injuries and disorders can be big. Fortunately, there are orthopedic doctors that specialize in hand and upper extremity disorders. There’s a long list of injuries and conditions that affect the hands, but we’re going to look at just five…
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5 Common Hand Disorders & Their Treatments
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What are the Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Having a condition that affects the hand and wrist can be both painful and disruptive. One condition that can limit hand, arm and wrist function is carpal tunnel syndrome. According to research done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2010, an estimated 3.1% of working adults in the US between the…
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Lawnmower Safety Tips
In 2015, the most recent year for which data is available, 81,938 Americans visited emergency departments because of lawn mower-related injuries. These injuries can range from minor burns and cuts to broken bones and amputations. Protect your hands while using your lawnmower this season by following these tips from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand:…