Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms and Complications
If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, your symptoms appear gradually and are mild at first. As a result, it’s easy to ignore the tingling, pain, and clumsiness caused by a pinched nerve.But recognizing the signs of carpal tunnel and learning to differentiate it from conditions with similar symptoms helps you know when to seek treatment. Early treatment helps you avoid surgery and prevents permanent nerve damage.
Types of Hand Surgery and When its Needed
Someone may need hand surgery for many reasons. These range from traumatic injuries to conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or rheumatoid arthritis. Hand surgery includes minimally invasive procedures and more complex microsurgeries, when a surgeon uses a microscope or magnification to repair smaller structures in the hand.
Treatments for Arthritis of the Thumb
Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and cartilage loss within the joint. There are several types of arthritis. The most common type—osteoarthritis, or wear-and-tear arthritis—occurs commonly in the joint at the base of the thumb, where the thumb meets the wrist.
How Mental Health Can Affect Recovery from a Complex Traumatic Hand Injury
Complex traumatic hand injuries have been identified as stressful and life-changing events. Given the importance of the ability to use the hand in all aspects of life, individuals with complex traumatic hand injuries may experience serious consequences in physical, psychological, and overall social wellbeing. Current research has described the effects of complex traumatic hand injuries including, but not limited to, mental health issues that can limit functional outcomes.
How to Treat a Sprained Finger
Finger sprains and dislocations are common hand injuries. A sprain happens when the tough tissue that supports a joint is stretched too far. This tissue, called a ligament, can be partially or completely torn. The joint may also be dislocated.
