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MALLET FINGER FAQ

What is a mallet finger? It is a deformity caused by rupture of the tendon at the tip of the finger. This can also occur with a fracture. What does a mallet finger look like? It is a finger that is bent at the tip and one cannot make it straight. Can it get worst if it goes untreated? It can stay the same or get worst. Does it need surgery? If the finger is bleeding or has an open wound it should be treated immediately. If there is a fracture that is large or out of position it may need surgery. If there is no fracture, ... [READ MORE]

DUPUYTREN'S CONTRACTURE FAQ

What is Dupuytren's Contracture? Dupuytren's contracture, also known as Dupuytren's disease, refers to the formation of thick "scar like" tissue on the palm extending to any finger. This leads to a contracture of the involved finger, such that the patient cannot extend the finger fully because of the tethering effect of the thick "scar like" tissue located on the palm. Dupuytren's contracture can involve one or many fingers of the same hand. What causes Dupuytren's Contracture? The exact causes of Dupuytren's Contracture are not yet known, although it may be genetically linked... [READ MORE]

CARPEL TUNNEL SYNDROME FAQ

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a disorder that causes pain, weakness and numbness in the hand and wrist. Patients often complain of symptoms during activities such as driving a car, holding a telephone, and reading the newspaper. It occurs due to increased pressure on the median nerve at the wrist. The associated pain occurs most often on the palm side of the wrist and hand but may be diffuse. The pain may radiate to the forearm and shoulder but rarely to the neck. The median nerve provides sensation to the thumb, index, long and half the ring fingers; therefore, ... [READ MORE]

ARTHRITIS AT BASAL THUMB JOINT

Where is the basal thumb joint? This joint is at the base of the thumb. It is made up of a small bone at the base of the thumb, the trapezium, and the long thumb bone called the first metacarpal. Another bone in the wrist, the scaphoid, is above the trapezium and may be involved in arthritis of the thumb joint. What is arthritis at the base of the thumb? Arthritis at the base of the thumb is a very common problem. There is degeneration of the joint, or wearing of the cartilage. This cartilage acts as a cushion for the joint and ... [READ MORE]

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Hand Therapy

Hand Therapy

American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) defines hand therapy as “the art and science of rehabilitation... [Read more]

Benefits

Working with a CHT

Working with a CHT

People value the use of their hands and any loss of function through injury or accident may have a devastating... [Read more]

Therapy Techniques

Therapy Techniques

Therapy Techniques

Splinting Braces and splints are used to: • Support the injured area in a position of comfort • Rest inflamed... [Read more]




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