The Best Thumb Splints for Arthritis
Thumb splints can ease the pain of arthritis at the base of the thumb, but they don’t all work in the same way. This article compares the main types and their pros and cons.
Wrist & Hand
Hand & Finger Arthritis – Self Help Ideas
Aching, stiff or swollen finger joints are common with hand arthritis, and there is a lot you can do to help yourself. This article covers practical self-help ideas, from exercise and pacing to gadgets and heat.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition where the ulnar nerve becomes compressed in the medial elbow causing symptoms of pain, tingling and numbness in the little and ring fingers.
De Quervain’s and Intersection Syndrome
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis and Intersection Syndrome cause pain on the thumb side of the wrist or forearm, especially when gripping or twisting. This article explains how to tell the two apart and how each is treated.
Trigger Finger / Thumb
A finger or thumb that catches, clicks or locks in a bent position, often worse first thing in the morning, is typical of trigger finger. This article explains why it happens and the options for getting it moving again.
Thumb Osteoarthritis
Pain at the base of the thumb when opening jars, turning keys or pinching is a hallmark of thumb base osteoarthritis. This article explains what’s happening in the joint and which treatments are worth trying.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Numbness, tingling or pain in the thumb, index and middle fingers, often worse at night, is the classic picture of carpal tunnel syndrome. This article explains why it happens and what the evidence says about treatment, from splints to surgery.