Ask A Doctor: What Is The Lump On My Wrist?
The most common cause of a lump on the back of the wrist is a ganglion cyst. This is the most common tumor in the hand and wrist. Ganglion cysts are seen frequently in the wrist but can occur at the base of the fingers or around the finger joints. The cyst is typically filled with fluid, and it will feel firm.
Certified Hand Therapist Helps Accordion Player Recover from Finger Injury
Certified hand therapists, or CHTs, can help with a wide variety of issues from elbows to fingertips. In addition to helping patients recover from wounds and fractures, CHTs can address pain, swelling, issues with finger or hand sensation, movement dysfunction, strength deficits, nerve compression syndromes
Give praise to the elbow: A bending, twisting marvel
The elbow is an underappreciated joint that brings many daily tasks within your reach.
What Causes Ridges in Fingernails?
Ridges in fingernails can run horizontally or vertically.1 They are common and harmless, but some fingernail ridges—particularly horizontal ones—can indicate a health problem such as a thyroid issue.
Repetitive Pitching Decreases the Elbow Valgus Stability Provided by the Flexor-Pronator Mass: The Effects of Repetitive Pitching on Elbow Valgus Stability
Baseball pitching induces a large elbow valgus load, stressing the ulnar collateral ligament. Flexor-pronator mass contraction contributes to valgus stability; however, repetitive baseball pitching may weaken the flexor-pronator mass contractile function.
