Hand & Wrist Health

Trigger finger is pain or stiffness when straightening or bending the finger. The causes of trigger finger are not always clear. However, conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, diabetes, or trauma to the palm or base of the finger may cause trigger finger.

Common symptoms of trigger finger include the presence of a nodule, an aching sensation, tightness felt at the base of your finger or thumb, or triggering/locking on opening or closing the fingers.

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your orthopaedic specialist. Your doctor will recommend treatment options that best suit your lifestyle needs. Find out more about the treatment options and sports rehabilitation services available.

Carpal (wrist) tunnel is a tunnel in the wrist. Nine tendons and the median nerve pass through the tunnel. When pressure builds up in the tunnel, the nerve gets compressed and is unable to function properly. This may result in numbness, discomfort and pain in the fingers. Carpal tunnel syndrome may be caused by a previous wrist fracture that has caused narrowing of the carpal tunnel, inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and associated conditions such as diabetes mellitus or hormonal disorders.

Symptoms usually include pain, numbness and tingling in the hand and fingers, and a weak grip while doing simple tasks such as holding the telephone or reading the newspaper.

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your orthopaedic specialist. Your doctor will recommend treatment options that best suit your lifestyle needs. Find out more about the treatment options and sports rehabilitation services available.

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is an inflammation of the tendon sheath at the base of the thumb. The tendons that move the thumb usually glide smoothly in a tunnel. Excessive friction created as the tendon glides along the thumb with repeated movements results in inflammation and swelling of the tendons. The usual cause of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is overuse of the wrist. Nursing mothers are often affected during the time that they are caring for their infant.

Common symptoms include pain over the wrist joint near the base of the thumb, pain after increased activity involving the wrist and hand, pain beginning as an aching sensation to a sharp pain, and swelling.

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your orthopaedic specialist. Your doctor will recommend treatment options that best suit your lifestyle needs. Find out more about the treatment options and sports rehabilitation services available.

Arthritis of the hands, wrists and fingers is a common cause of pain in the hand. Arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints, usually causing pain and swelling. Arthritis tends to occur in older patients or those who have previously injured their hand. Some patients may have other forms of inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis or gouty arthritis.

The symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid (inflammatory) arthritis are similar. These include grinding, clicking or cracking sensations in the affected joint, misshapen joints, pain in the affected join, reduced movement, weakness, or swollen red joints that are tender to the touch.

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your orthopaedic specialist. Your doctor will recommend treatment options that best suit your lifestyle needs. Find out more about the treatment options and sports rehabilitation services available.