Opposable thumbs may play a large part in human development, but they're also subject to considerable abuse over time. Joints in the thumb are prone to overuse and repetitive movement stresses as well as acute injuries. Many types of wear and tear...
There are several causes of pain at the thumb joint. According to MedlinePlus, joint pain can affect one or more joints. The joint at the base of the thumb, also known as the first carpometacarpal joint, is a common location for joint problems...
Thumb arthritis can be debilitating and limit your ability to perform activities of daily living. Motion exercises for the thumb will decrease pain, increase strength, and improve dexterity. Using the correct type and quantity of hand and thumb...
Your hands are an integral part of daily activities, and can radiate pain as the result of injury, overuse or hand conditions -- including arthritis, tendinitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. While you should always consult your doctor if you are...
Basal joint arthritis is a painful condition, affecting the joint at the lower end of the thumb where it connects to the wrist. There are several conventional treatments, including surgery, for this degenerative condition. But many people opt for...
Degenerative joint disease of the thumb can affect the ability to grip and grasp, so even the most routine activities, such as picking up coins or grasping a coffee cup, can be painful and troublesome. Several treatment options are available for...
Any form of arthritis may cause pain, limited range of motion and weakness in the joints of the body. Arthritis in the thumb joint is common in the elderly and makes tying shoes, opening doors and buttoning clothes difficult. Physical therapy may...
In general, all joints are stabilized by structures called ligaments, which are bands of dense fibrous tissue that span a joint and connect to opposing bones, preventing dislocation while allowing them to perform the functions they were designed...
Weight bench exercises can be a challenging part of your workout routine. Whether you're a trained athlete or a casual exerciser, however, you need to know how to lift safely. Improper use of a weight bench can lead to serious injuries, especially...
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 is a degenerative disease that affects mobility and functioning of joints throughout the body, including the thumbs. Range of motion exercises help to restore joint flexibility, making performing daily tasks such as holding utensils or...
A broken thumb makes competing in any sport difficult, but the resistance created by repeatedly pulling your hand through the water makes competitive swimming especially challenging. Your thumb contains two bones. The distal phalange is the part...
Finger injuries in the tendons and ligaments are common, and can significantly affect daily activities. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, or AAFP, the severity of acute finger injuries is often underestimated, which can...
Tendinitis is the irritation or the inflammation of a tendon. Tendons are thick, fibrous cords that attach muscles to bones. The irritation or inflammation of a tendon results in tenderness and pain near a joint such as the knee or shoulder. The...
Your thumb is one of the most useful tools you have at your disposal, helping you pick up and grip objects and manipulate things like the buttons on a remote control to the buttons on your shirt. But when you have arthritis in your thumb, even the...
Twenty-two percent of all Americans over the age of 18 have arthritis, according to a 2010 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Regular exercise can reduce the stiffness and pain of your arthritic joints, and strengthen the...
Your thumb joint may be stiff and swollen, affecting the range of motion -- sometimes this is because of injury or arthritis. Performing various range of motion exercises can help rehabilitate your thumb to regain strength and flexibility in the...
As hard as it is to sit on the sidelines if you play hockey, it's the best place for you if you have a broken thumb. Ignoring or abusing a broken thumb can set you up for permanent damage down the road, from nerve injuries to inability to use the...
Thirty-three percent of all golfers are seniors, and women make up over a quarter of all golfers, according to the National Golf Association. If you have arthritis, a condition that causes stiffness of joints and disabling pain, it may become...
One common problem with the tendons surrounding the thumb is De Quervain's tendinitis, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. This tendinitis can create pain and swelling along the side of the thumb. De Quervain's tendinitis...
Joints are points in the human body where two bones come together. There are three major types of joints in the body, each serving a different function. Fibrous joints are largely immovable to provide stability; cartilaginous joints are slightly...
Your hands and wrists consist of a complex system of muscles, ligaments and joints that work together, enabling you to perform a variety of actions with your hands and fingers. Though the muscles in your hands and wrists are some of the smallest...
Bennett's Fracture is a fracture of the thumb at its base. Bennett's fracture occurs where the base of the thumb meets the wrist. Because of the location and type of injury, Bennett's fracture almost always includes the dislocation of the thumb....
Thumb pain has multiple causes, including the overuse of the thumb joint, constant repetitive actions of the joint, tendinitis, injury to the joint, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome or rheumatoid arthritis. Such pain can also cause a loss of...
The hand moves in various and complicated ways and there is a complex array of articulations that allow flexibility of movement. The joints of the hand and wrist include hinge, gliding, condyloid and saddle joints. A hinge joint allows movement...
Basal joint arthritis (otherwise known as "thumb arthritis" or "CMC arthritis") is a condition caused by the development of osteoporosis in the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint, where your wrist meets the bone at the base of your thumb. It usually...
Basal joint arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects the joint at the base of the thumb. It can cause achy or sharp pain that may be isolated to the thumb, or radiate into the hand or wrist. It is important to treat basal joint arthritis,...
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;...
Skier's thumb -- also referred to as gamekeeper's thumb -- is an injury to the ligament located on the inside of your thumb. This ligament is responsible for movement of your thumb joint and provides stability for the thumb. The American...
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