Monthly Archives: February 2012

Trigger Finger-Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgical Release

Posted on February 28, 2012 by OSS

Trigger finger is a common condition that results in pain and snapping of the tendons at the base of the finger or thumb. These tendons are like pulleys that attach to the ends of the fingers to allow for finger … Continue reading →

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Prevention, and Treatment

Posted on February 24, 2012 by OSS

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common condition that occurs when the median nerve is compressed at the wrist, resulting in pain, numbness, and tingling of the hand and fingers. The carpal tunnel is a tight area of the wrist that … Continue reading →

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A Guide to Arthritis

Posted on February 16, 2012 by OSS

What is arthritis? The word “arthritis” simply means “joint inflammation.” Inflammation involves pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joint area. When arthritis occurs, these symptoms tend to last for a long periods of time or reoccur over time. Arthritis is very … Continue reading →

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