We have all been there before--walking across an icy parking lot, stumbling over a child’s toy, or a house pet inadvertently walks into our path in the home. We try to catch our balance, but the end … [Read more...]
DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis (Mommy’s Thumb)
Cozying up in a chair to read a good book; setting the table for a special holiday dinner; holding your new baby or grandchild…All of these special and enjoyable activities seem very simple, but for … [Read more...]
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome…What’s That?
Last week we discussed the ever-popular topic of carpal tunnel syndrome. This week we will take a look at a similar condition, known as cubital tunnel syndrome. This condition is not as common as … [Read more...]
So I Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome…What Now?
If you do a search online with the phrase “carpal tunnel” you will be flooded with information, both accurate and inaccurate. Carpal tunnel has become a rapidly “thrown-around” phrase or diagnosis for … [Read more...]
WHY Are Your Upper Extremities So Important??
BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP... It’s 6 am and your alarm goes off. You REACH over with your ARM to turn the alarm off with your INDEX FINGER. You REACH down to pull your covers off with your HAND and get … [Read more...]
Conditions We Treat: Trigger Finger
"I am having pain in my finger; I have noticed a click when I open and close my fist; my finger gets stuck when holding something." These are common comments from people dealing with a trigger … [Read more...]