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  • Trapeziectomy: Everything You Need to Know

    A trapeziectomy is a surgical procedure in which the trapezium, one of the bones of the wrist, is removed to treat symptoms of thumb arthritis. Most people experience an improvement in their arthritis symptoms after a trapeziectomy, including decreased pain and improved use of their thumb for gripping, pinching, and grasping.

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  • Reasons for Small Bumps on Elbows and Treatment Options

    Pimple-like bumps on elbows can be white, brown, red, or skin-colored. Usually, they are caused by something acute (short-term), like acne or an ingrown hair. But they can also be related to a chronic condition, like eczema or psoriasis.

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  • 10 Natural Remedies to Help Arthritis in Hands

    The two most common forms of arthritis in the hands are osteoarthritis (OA), also called degenerative arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an inflammatory type of arthritis. OA and RA have many symptoms in common. These include pain, stiffness, swelling, and tenderness in the hands and finger joints.

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  • Wrist Pain Causes and How to Treat It

    Wrist pain has a lot of possible causes, including a sprain, tendonitis, arthritis, and fractures. Some may heal with rest, while others may need treatment. It may also be a chronic issue that has the potential to cause long-term pain in the wrist.

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  • Why Your Fingers Lock Up: A List of Different Causes

    Trigger finger, the term used to describe fingers locking up, occurs when fingers become stuck in a flexed position as if you’re trying to pull on a trigger. The locking sensation makes it feel as though it’s impossible to move your fingers when they are stuck in that position.

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