This week we are going to discuss the phenomenon of trigger fingers and trigger thumb, two very similar conditions which cause equally annoying results. For purposes of this article, we will discuss ...

Thousands of Americans suffer from thumb arthritis. This disorder can greatly affect daily life and can make it a struggle to do simple things like opening doors or holding objects. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a ...

Thumb arthritis can make everyday tasks—gripping, lifting, even opening a jar—feel impossible. But there are many effective options that exist before surgery is even on the table. Hand surgeon ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- When arthritis affects the thumb, it makes everything from getting dressed to making a meal miserable. Now, a Main Line Health specialist has surgery that can help ...

This week, we are going to discuss trigger finger and trigger thumb of the hand, which are problems that occur in patients who use their hands frequently or who are prone to these conditions. Trigger ...

MIAMI, March 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pain relief is more available than ever for treating a painful arthritic thumb, thanks to the development of ever-newer technologies, says Miami-based ...

Rheumatoid nodules are firm lumps that may develop under the skin in people with rheumatoid arthritis, often on the hands, feet, wrists, or elbows. While usually harmless, rheumatoid nodules may ...

Hand arthritis is nearly inevitable with age, but for some, the pain can interfere with daily life. Orthopedic surgeon Doug Hutchinson, MD, talks to Tom Miller, MD, about when surgery can make a ...

The cause can depend on the exact location of the pain, how it feels, and how often you feel it. Common treatments include medication or physical therapy. In some cases, consistent pain in your thumb ...