19 Nov My Darn Thumb!! What can I do about osteoarthritis in my thumb?
Are you getting excruciating sharp pain at the base of your thumb and losing strength in your grip and pinch? You may have osteoarthritis (OA)...
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05 Nov Hydrotherapy and your hand, wrist, or elbow injury
Will hydrotherapy really help my recovery? For those that love getting in the pool – Great news! Hydrotherapy, or exercise in a heated pool, is often...
01 Oct Upper limb injuries in golf – golfers elbow and GRULI’s
Most people consider golf to be a low impact sport, however golf injuries are common. Professional and amateur golfers are at risk of Golf-related upper limb...
17 Sep Why is my finger locked or clicking? Do I need surgery?
Trigger Finger Have your ever had your finger 'locked' into place or feel 'clicking' with bending and straightening? Is the finger difficult to straighten on its...
03 Sep Touchscreen difficulties? Do you have Zombie Finger?
Zombie finger, that’s a name that spikes intrigue. Well I must say, although I was aware this could be a problem, I had not heard...
20 Aug Raynaud’s Disease: Cold, white fingers!!
The first time my fingertips went cold and very white, I was a little freaked out. They looked white, almost dead. My thoughts were: What...
06 Aug How do I become a hand therapist?
Hand Therapy Hand therapy is an amazing career path that is rewarding for your patient, and also for you as a therapist. We watch people return...
23 Jul What is a Hand Therapist?
I often hear, 'I didn't even know that there were hand therapists'! Well, we do exist and are highly educated and trained in upper extremity...
09 Jul What is a Ganglion?
Ganglion cysts are a common cause of wrist pain. Sometimes you can see a ganglion on your wrist. It usually looks like a small ball...
25 Jun Does the cold weather affect my healing and pain?
It does! Have you ever had a grandparent or person in your life tell you when it is going to rain? Or maybe you have you...