Voluntary muscles get their name because normally we can control their actions. In contrast, involuntary muscles, such as the heart, beat to their own rhythm. The muscles in our hands and thumbs are voluntary muscles. Sometimes, though, our voluntary muscles seem to go rogue, twitching uncontrollably. There are a number of reasons your thumb might […]
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What Are Those Bumps and Lumps on Your Hand?
The sudden appearance of a round or oval bump on the back of the hand or on the side of the wrist may be upsetting, if not downright alarming. Most likely, it’s a ganglion cyst. That sounds scary, but don’t let the name frighten you. Ganglion cysts are a common condition that are neither harmful […]
The Best Shoulder Pain Exercises for Tennis Players
Tennis is a popular sport among people of practically all ages, from adolescents to retirees. However, the repetitive and forceful nature of the game places a good deal of stress on various joints, particularly the shoulders. The reason tennis players frequently experience shoulder pain is because the muscles that surround the shoulder are relatively small, […]
Is Your Phone Causing Hand Strain?
It seems that everywhere you look these days, people are scrolling, tapping, and swiping on their smartphones. What they may not realize is that all their texting and other phone play may be the reason why some are periodically experiencing hand strain, if not full-blown carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). A number of studies have established […]
Common Hand and Elbow Injuries in Boxers
Boxing is a great high-intensity workout activity that enhances your health, keeps you fit, decreases stress, and strengthens your body. But like any sport, boxing comes with its own set of risks of injury that you should be aware of. Boxing Injuries of the Hand or Elbow Below are some common hand and elbow injuries […]
