Trigger finger can begin as a small inconvenience, then gradually become harder to ignore. A finger may feel stiff in the morning, catch during movement, or click when bending and straightening. Over time, those symptoms can start interfering with daily tasks like gripping a steering wheel, typing, holding a cup, or opening a door. At…
Hand and wrist discomfort can start subtly, often showing up as occasional numbness, tingling, or weakness that comes and goes. Over time, those symptoms may become more frequent or begin to interfere with daily activities such as typing, driving, or holding small objects. Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the more common causes of these…
Finger stiffness or a catching sensation when bending or straightening the hand can interfere with daily tasks such as gripping objects, typing, or holding utensils. Trigger finger is a common condition that may cause discomfort, clicking, or locking of the affected digit. When symptoms persist despite conservative treatment, trigger finger surgery may be considered as…
Arthritis Treatment Options Arthritis treatment options vary depending on the type (ie., osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis) and the severity of the condition, but generally fall into the following categories: Medication: NSAIDs: (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) i.e., ibuprofen, naproxen to reduce pain and inflammation Analgesics: i.e., acetaminophen for pain relief without anti-inflammatory effects Corticosteroids: i.e., prednisone…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a condition where pressure that develops at the wrist causing pressure on the Median Nerve. This can result in pain, paresthesias/tingling/numbness in the fingers, and in severe cases weakness in the hand. Often in early cases patients have intermittent numbness in their fingers that can wake patients…