What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where there is a compression of the median nerve at the level of the wrist. This results in numbness…
Read MoreWhat are Finger Dislocations? These occur often in sports injuries or from a fall. The most common injury is a joint in the middle of the finger, called proximal interphalangeal…
Read MoreWhat is De Quervain's Syndrome? De Quervain’s is a painful tendonitis that occurs along the radial (thumb side) of the wrist. People often feel that they have pain when gripping,…
Read MoreWhat are SLAP Injuries or Tears SLAP (Superior Anterior-Posterior Labral) tears or injuries cause shoulder pain and occurs in throwing athletes and in individuals doing a lot of overhead activities…
Read MoreWhat are rotator cuff injuries (RTC): The rotator cuff is a powerful group of three muscles are essential for normal shoulder motion. A fall, sudden movements or repetitive activities can…
Read MoreWhat is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome? The word “cubital” is Latin for “elbow” and cubital tunnel syndrome is a compression of the ulnar nerve at the level of the elbow. This…
Read MoreWhat is Shoulder Dislocations and Instability: After a fall or twisting injury the shoulder can dislocate either completely or partially (subluxations). These tears occurs because of a tear in the…
Read MoreWhat is Thumb Arthritis? Thumb arthritis is a painful swelling at the base of the thumb that makes pinching and gripping difficult. Symptoms: There will be a gradual onset of…
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