Many people crack their knuckles, toes, back, and especially their fingers. The snapping, popping sound can cause those within earshot to recoil. Perhaps you have heard that cracking your fingers (or knuckles) can lead to arthritis, or that your fingers will become permanently disfigured. Maybe you were told as a child that cracking your fingers […]
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What is Tennis Elbow?
Lateral epicondylitis is the medical term for tennis elbow, which is a condition that can even affect people who have never played tennis. Below, we discuss what you need to know about tennis elbow – what it is, its symptoms, and how best to treat it. Repetitive Strain Injury of the Elbow Tennis elbow is […]
Dupuytren’s Contracture: What Is It?
Dupuytren’s contracture is a type of hand deformity. It happens when knots of tissue develop under the skin in the palm, and these knots develop into cords of tissue that pull on one or two fingers. This prevents straightening of those fingers, thereby reducing mobility and flexibility in the hand. Symptoms of Dupuytren’s Contracture Symptoms […]
Ganglion Cysts: How to Deal with Them
A ganglion cyst is a noncancerous lump that looks like a little balloon or bubble is underneath the skin. Ganglion cysts are filled with a jelly-like fluid, and they are most common near the tendons or joints of the hand, wrist, foot, or ankle. Ganglion cysts come in all sizes, ranging from the size of […]
Types of Arthritis in the Hand
Thanks to high-tech power tools, exercise equipment, and lots of typing with the Internet and texting, our hands are exposed to constant stress and pressure. Modern life has been anything but kind to our hands, and many of us feel the brunt of this when they stiffen up or swell. If you are feeling pain […]
