There are common misconceptions and misinformation about the causes and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Hand and Wrist Injuries
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A distal radius fracture is one of the most commonly experienced fractures in the body. This article explains what a distal radius fracture is, how it occurs, and how it diagnosed and treated.
Find out what causes carpal tunnel syndrome and some of the condition's common symptoms.
Tendon injuries can make carpal tunnel syndrome difficult to diagnose.
Carpal tunnel has been associated with repetitive hand and wrist motions as well as certain biological risk factors.
Distal radius fractures are almost always caused by falling on an outstretched hand, placing those who play sports with a high chance of falling at greater risk.
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis refers to chronic inflammation of the tendons of the thumb.
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a common cause of hand and wrist pain. The condition occurs when the tendons of the thumb at the wrist become inflamed, often following repetitive use.
A physical exam, patient history, and imaging are the three steps typically utilized to diagnose a distal radius fracture.
Because carpal tunnel symptoms can mimic symptoms of other conditions, there are several tests physicians may use for diagnosis.
