Joint pain from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are often flared up during colder weather. Arthritis in the hand commonly occurs at the thumb carpometacarpal joint, fingertips or known as the distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ) and metacarpal joint. Arthritis can also occur at the wrist. Here we take a look at different ways of managing arthritis and how a hand therapist can help.
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Is trigger thumb common in children?
Trigger thumb is common in young children. They likely have had it from birth, but as it is not very noticeable or causing problems, it isn’t picked up until they are a few years old.
Do you have numbness over the back of your thumb & hand?
If you are experiencing numbness over the back of your thumb and hand, this could be coming from the radial nerve. Let’s take a look at what radial nerve is, and the conditions associated with it.
How to manage and prevent pain from using power tools
Using power tools day in and day out can cause problems in your hand. If you suffer from any kind of pain, numbness, tingling, or burning from using tools, here are some ways you can help.
Possible reasons for tingling in ring and small fingers
Do you have tingling in your ring and small fingers? It could be because of the ulnar nerve. Let’s take a look at what the ulnar nerve is, and the conditions related to it.
Possible reasons for numbness in the thumb, index and middle fingers
Do you experience numbness or tingling in your thumb, index and middle fingers? This could be caused by compression of the median nerve.
8 useful tips to help with hand or arm pain whilst drawing
If you love drawing, pain in the hand or arm from repetitive motion can be very discouraging. Don’t let it hold you back! Here are 8 tips to help.