Understanding Thumb Injuries in Skiers What is Skier’s Thumb? Thumb injuries are quite common, especially among skiers. Skiers’ thumb is an injury to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb, often occurring when a skier falls and the thumb catches on the ski pole. This ligament normally keeps the thumb from pointing too far […]
Flexor tendon surgery involves the tendons in charge of bending the fingers or thumbs into the palm of your hand. These tendons let you grip a pencil and hold a fork and knife. That is why your hand must be allowed to heal properly after flexor tendon surgery. The awkward-looking splint you have to wear […]
You hear the crack of the bat and see the ball coming your way, but when you reach for the catch, the ball jams your outstretched middle finger. You’ve just caught baseball finger, also known as mallet finger. Mallet finger can result from any situation in which the tip of the finger is jammed by […]
Unjamming a Jammed Finger Many people have dislocated a finger at some point in their lives. While these minor injuries often occur while playing sports such as basketball, they can also be the result of falling onto an outstretched hand or catching your finger between two objects. Whether you’re an athlete or just going about […]
De Quervain Syndrome: A Tale of Two Tendons What is De Quervain Syndrome? De Quervain Syndrome, also called de Quervain tenosynovitis (DQT), is a problem in people who make a repetitive motion with their hand, wrist and thumb. The motion can be involved with pursuits ranging from trimming bushes to factory work to typing to […]
Jersey Finger: It’s Not What You Think If you’re experiencing finger pain or have recently suffered an injury, it’s important to understand the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for jersey finger. What is Jersey Finger? Jersey finger is a hand injury common among athletes who participate in tackle sports such as football and rugby. – […]
Most often occurring in men of Northern European descent older than 40 years of age, Dupuytren’s contracture results in the inability to bend the fingers, usually the ring and little fingers. Genetic factors are thought to play a role in Dupuytren’s disease; however, currently no link has been established. Risk factors may include manual labor […]
Shake Hands with Dupuytren’s Contracture What did Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher, and Samuel Beckett have in common? The answer is Dupuytren’s contracture. What is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Dupuytren’s contracture is a progressive, slow-moving condition that affects the connective fibrous tissue in the hand. It is characterized by the thickening and shortening of the palmar fascia, the […]