Physical Therapy for a Colles' Fracture
A Colles fracture is a break in the radius bone, one of the forearm bones near the wrist. The fracture usually occurs if you fall onto your outstretched hand.1 Upon landing on your hand, the end of your radius bone breaks off and gets pushed toward your inner wrist. If you fall on your hand and the wrist is flexed, the radius may break and move toward the front of your wrist. This is called a Smith's fracture.
27 Causes of Finger Pain and How They Are Treated
Finger pain can be caused by many things, from arthritis and injuries to infections and autoimmune diseases. Sometimes it can be difficult to diagnose the cause without extensive testing, including blood tests, imaging studies, nerve conduction studies, and the extraction of fluid from a joint space (arthrocentesis).
Elbow Pain From Lifting: Steps to Relieve Pain
Elbow pain from lifting is a common symptom among people who lift weights, but it can also occur with other kinds of lifting—whether they're picking up babies or small children or carrying grocery bags. Most of the time, conservative treatments can relieve elbow pain. However, elbow pain after lifting can also be a sign of a serious injury, such as a tendon rupture (tear).
Surgical Management of Lateral Epicondylitis: A Scoping Review of Published Literature
Surgical intervention for lateral epicondylitis remains a controversial topic, with its purpose being debated. Recent guidelines have concluded no benefit from surgery when compared to conservative management.
Overview of Hand Reconstruction Surgery
Some medical conditions that affect your hands may hinder your ability to perform daily activities, which can have a negative impact on your quality of life. Hand reconstruction surgery may help restore your hand’s functionality, strength, and appearance.
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