What your hands say about your health
Your hands reveal a lot about the state of your health. This is something that has been recognized since at least the time of Hippocrates—the father of modern medicine.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Rotator Cuff Pain May Be Signs of Poor Heart Health
Having pain in your wrist, elbow, or shoulder can be the result of working a manual labor job, tackling physically demanding chores around the house, or simply getting older. However, new research suggests that these common aches and pains could also be linked to your heart health.
How To Relieve Pain After Hand Surgery With Less Opioids
Opioids are powerful “painkiller” medications commonly prescribed to treat pain after an injury or surgery. They include oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and fentanyl. An unintended consequence of using this medication is opioid addiction, which can happen to anyone.
Hand exercises for people with arthritis
Swelling, pain and stiffness in the joints are common symptoms for people with arthritis. If you have arthritis, your health care professional may recommend hand exercises to help you improve joint flexibility and range of motion.
What foods can help with carpal tunnel?
While there are specific treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), dietary changes are gaining attention. For example, foods that reduce inflammation may help CTS symptoms.
