Tennis Elbow
Whilst tennis players make up 10% of people affected, tennis elbow is more commonly seen with repetitive activities such as computer or manual work.
Whilst tennis players make up 10% of people affected, tennis elbow is more commonly seen with repetitive activities such as computer or manual work.
A mallet finger occurs when the end of the finger bends and you cannot straighten it. This is caused by an injury to the structure that lifts the fingertip, the extensor tendon.
Fibreglass casting material is often preferred by clients as it allows the cast to get wet. Our hand therapists are experience in fabricating casts.
Finger joint injuries left untreated or that are not treated in a timely manner or incorrectly can not only lead to deformity of the finger but also can affect the function of the whole hand.
What is Dupuytren's Contracture? The exact cause of Dupuytren's contracture is unknown. It is a disease of the fascia of the palm and digits.
The term used to describe common overuse tendon conditions is 'tendinopathy'. The condition was first described in 1895 by Fritz De Quervains.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most common peripheral nerve compression. It occurs in women of menopausal age most frequently.