Painful movement of the joints near the tips of your fingers or toes, or your distal interphalangeal joints, may result from injuries, rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions. Your distal interphalangeal joint, or DIP joint, is one of several...
The myriad things fingers do each day are often taken for granted until over-use, injury or arthritis turns those countless finger motions into painful experiences. Hand exercises can strengthen fingers and help protect the hands against injury;...
Mallet finger occurs when the distal portion of the extensor tendon is disrupted. When this happens, the fingertip droops down and cannot be held straight against gravity.
Finger splints are sometimes used to hold a finger in place to keep it from moving, such as when a finger is sprained or broken. They can also be used to increase the range of motion of a finger that has contracted into a bent position and needs...
Finger blocking exercises are rehab exercises that involve isolating certain finger or thumb joints in order to prevent surgery complications and restore strength. According to Eaton Hand, tendon adhesions is the most common problem following...
Arthritis occurs in the joints of the body. According to the book "Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment," both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the joints of the fingers. The two differ not only in their origins but also in their...
Dips are a multi-joint, bodyweight exercise that targets several muscle groups in your upper body. They are an effective functional exercise for increasing strength and mass in the upper body, but they also present the possibility of shoulder...
A variety of conditions can cause loss of strength and mobility in the fingers, including acute hand injuries, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. If your index finger has been immobilized in a splint or cast, you may need to perform stretches...
The triceps dip is a multi-joint exercise that works not only your triceps, but also your pectoralis major and anterior deltoid. A traditional triceps dip is performed on a set of parallel bars, which you hold onto and use to support your body....
Dips are a difficult strength-training exercise for many because they require you to lift your entire body weight. Dips are a compound exercise, meaning they require movement around more than one joint. Both the shoulder and elbow joints must move...
Most people have heard of paraffin wax but few may realize its medicinal benefits, especially for those suffering from hand and joint ailments. Use of paraffin wax has been traced to Roman times when the wax was used in preparation for massages....
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) causes joint inflammation and deformity that make it difficult to perform daily activities. Diagnosis is made when X-rays show cartilage destruction and blood tests indicate the presence of an antibody called "rheumatoid...
For those who are naturally skinny, the allure of putting on slabs of muscle can be incredibly tempting. Not only is muscle aesthetically pleasing and beneficial during physical activities, but research published in the "American Journal of...
The rotator cuff is a group of four small muscles in the shoulder joint: the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor. These muscles assist in several shoulder movements including lifting your arm to the side, pulling your arm...
Toe dip exercises are utilized in yoga and Pilates in an effort to increase flexibility in your toes as well as in both of your feet. In increasing strength and flexibility in your toes, you will put less pressure on your ankle and knee joints,...
Dips develop a group of your upper body muscles. To complete dips, stand in between a set of dip bars and grip each bar with your hands. Keep your hips straight as you pick your body up by extending your arms to get to the starting position. Lower...
Weighted dips recruit a collection of your upper body muscles. They are difficult exercises to complete because they require you to lift your body weight, plus any additional weight that you attach to your body. Among the collection of muscles...
Aquatic cardiac rehabilitation is a type of aerobic exercise program performed underwater. Generally recommended for patients suffering from joint surgery or rheumatological conditions, aquatic cardiac rehab can offer a gentle alternative to...
The purpose of dips is to strengthen muscles in the arm, shoulder and chest. Since dips are a body weight exercise, no equipment is required and they can be easily incorporated into a home or outdoor exercise program. To perform dips, place your...
Numerous conventional and alternative treatments are available for relief and prevention of painful gouty arthritis symptoms. Most are used internally and affect the body's ability to control uric acid production and elimination. There are also...
Your hamstring muscles play an important role in keeping your knees, pelvis and spine in alignment. But sitting all day can cause hamstrings to become weak and ineffective. You don't need a gym membership or expensive equipment to restore tone and...
Rotator cuff injuries can be the result of a chronic overuse of the shoulder, such as placing objects on a shelf overhead multiple times at work, or from an acute injury, such as a hit on the football field. In either case, if you have a rotator...
Osteoarthritis of the knee is a painful, degenerative condition often impacting a person's daily life, interfering with walking, exercise and sometimes sleep. There are many types of treatment both conventional and alternative, including surgery...
Pectoralis major is a fan-shaped muscle that originates on the clavicle and sternum and plugs into the upper arm bone. It is primarily used in pushing exercises. To recruit fibers on the lower portion of pectoralis, position the body in such a way...
Psoriatic arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness and swelling in and around the joints. According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, getting diagnosed as early as possible is essential in minimizing the symptoms and severity of...
Dips and biceps curls are common gym exercises. Biceps curls work your biceps muscles —located between your elbow and shoulder joints in your frontal plane. Dips target the biceps’ synergist muscles, the triceps, which are opposite the...
Severe injuries need a trip to the doctor, but you may be looking for a natural treatment for bruises, aches, and minor sprains. Consider looking into arnica gels, tinctures, or homeopathic remedies. Arnica is a daisy-like mountain flower with...
Pull-ups and dips are complimentary upper-body strength-training exercises. They work opposing body parts, which means that if you do them in the same workout, pull-ups and dips hit all the major muscles of your upper body. How often you do these...
When performing tricep exercises, people frequently experience cracking and soreness in the elbow joint. One common complaint is hearing and feeling uncomfortable popping sensations emanating from the elbow when extending and retracting during a...
