Even with the best intentions, the factors that lead to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome in over a million Americans each year can be difficult to predict. Everything from heredity, to lifestyle, and underlying medical conditions can play a role in the onset of the condition. While it may not always be possible to […]
Musicians and athletes have more in common than most people think. For one, musicians, like athletes, are expected to perform for long durations of time. Practicing and performing for countless of hours requires the type of physical endurance that often leads to strain on certain parts of the body, especially the hands. Many musicians, like […]
Dupuytren’s Contracture is a condition that affects one or more fingers of the hand and is caused by the development of thick and fibrous connection tissue that lies under the skin of the palm. The condition is evident in the way the affected finger or fingers appear deformed, typically in a fixed forward curvature. Once […]
It’s a strike out for Dodger Zack Greinke, whose bad right elbow is affecting his pitching ability. An Orange County Registrar article discussed Greinke’s elbow, which is causing enough problems to require rest and injections of Orthovisc, a commonly used medical supplement. Could it be the baseball star has a case of tennis elbow? Michael J. […]
When worrying about the daily stresses, obligations, and responsibilities inherent to modern life, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and lose sight of the things that bring us joy, hope, and peace. While all want to face trying times with confidence and resilience, staying motivated and positive while facing difficult situations like an illness or injury […]
Osteoarthritis can lead to the type of debilitating joint pain and problems with mobility that ultimately interfere with doing the things you love. Over time, the cartilage that protects the joints can erode, leading to tenderness, stiffness, locking, and permanent pain in the joints. With modern artificial joint replacement treatment methods for osteoarthritis at the […]
Between regularly sending emails and text messages on your smart phone, to spending hours gripping the steering wheel in rush hour traffic or playing hours of tennis on the weekends, your hands are locked in an endless cycle of repetitive motions that typically go unnoticed until pain sets in. Soreness at the base of the […]
How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice! While putting in the time and hard work to master the scales on the piano or shred on the guitar can take your musical skills to the next level, it can also lead to repetitive motion injuries like trigger finger and carpal tunnel syndrome. A little soreness […]
As the old adage goes, a mother’s work is never done. In addition to the inherent workplace risks and hazards of developing occupational repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, women with children are also at increased risk of developing De Quervain’s Tendinitis, a wrist injury also known as “mommy wrist” or “mommy thumb.” What […]
[vc_row][vc_column][dt_gap height=”52″][vc_column_text] Make The Right Choice The Fitzmaurice Hand Institute is now offering emergency hand care services to its patients. This same-day service eliminates the need for the emergency room and long hours spent waiting for care. Emergency hand care at The Fitzmaurice Hand Institute includes treatment for the following injuries: [/vc_column_text][dt_gap height=”25″][dt_vc_list style=”1″ dividers=”false”] […]