We spend a preponderance of our time at work. With all of this regular activity and exertion, there is an increased likelihood of getting injured on the job. Fortunately, injury prevention does not require total avoidance of work. We can prevent work-related injuries by employing certain Best Practices, such as taking regular breaks and avoiding […]
Greater Chesapeake Hand Specialists
Recovery from Thumb Joint Replacement
The thumb joint is the most mobile joint in the hand, allowing for a variety of movements and precision activities – such as grasping and picking up objects. Over time, the thumb joint can become susceptible to wear and tear, which for some individuals can result in joint deterioration and arthritis. When symptoms of thumb […]
Common Nerve Injuries
Our nervous system plays a crucial role in the functions of the body – everything from regulating our breathing to controlling our muscles. The nerves transmit messages between the various parts of the body and the brain, allowing our body to move and feel pain, pressure, and temperature. Our functioning would be virtually impossible without […]
What Causes Trigger Finger?
Having trouble straightening out your finger from a bent position is a sign of a condition called trigger finger. It can also cause the finger to suddenly snap into place when straightening or bending it, as when pulling and releasing a trigger. Also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, trigger finger usually affects the thumb or the […]
Treatments for Dupuytren’s Contracture
The primary sign of Dupuytren’s contracture is when thick, rope-like cords or knots develop in the palm of the hand beneath the skin’s surface. The cords tighten, bending the finger toward the palm – and it’s usually very difficult or impossible to straighten out the finger. Its cause is unknown, but nearly 16 million people […]
