Physical Therapy Exercise Program After a Colles' Fracture
If you have fallen onto an outstretched hand (or a FOOSH injury), then you may have suffered a Colles fracture. A Colles fracture a break in the radius bone of the forearm, very close to the wrist joint. It typically requires surgery to reduce or set the bones. You may have a long period of immobilization in a cast or splint after the injury
Managing Knuckle Pain: Relief and Recovery Based on Cause
A knuckle is a finger joint. Like other joints, it can experience injury or be affected by a health problem. Arthritis is the most common cause of knuckle pain. For some people, knuckle pain is one of the earliest signs of arthritis.
Why Does My Hand Hurt?
Hand pain can happen for many reasons. An injury or disease of the muscles, nerves, or tendons in your hand can cause pain. Arthritis, tendonitis, and carpal tunnel syndrome are common causes of hand pain.
An Overview of Ring Avulsion Injuries
Ring avulsions are rare injuries in which soft tissue like a ligament, tendon, or muscle is torn loose in the finger when a ring is suddenly and accidentally pulled off.1 Also called degloving, this could cause a range of problems from mild bruising to damage to bones, blood vessels, ligaments, or nerves.
Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Elbow: What to Know
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition that targets joints throughout the body. This condition occurs when your immune system destroys your body's own cells as if they were a foreign invader. RA can cause elbow pain, as well as swelling, stiffness, and limited movement.
