Tennis elbow braces can be a very valuable tool to relieve pain and aid your recovery from tennis elbow, but they do not work for everyone.  Their success may be dependent on how severe and long standing the problem is, amongst other factors.    Whilst tennis elbow braces do help, they are only one part of the solution to tennis elbow.   It is important that they are used in conjunction with appropriate exercises designed to help improve the health of the affected tendon.  

Expert Hand Therapy Advice Wondering why your finger or wrist is still swollen? Learn common causes, when to seek help, and how hand...

Causes and when to Seek Help If you have noticed one of your fingers is not straightening properly, it may be a sign of a significant...

Understanding the Symptoms and when to Seek Help If you have wrist pain, tingling or numbness in your hands,  you might be wondering “ is...

You may have "Texter's Thumb" With our ever increasing reliance on our phones and other electronic devices, we are seeing an increasing number of people with overuse conditions affecting their thumb or wrist.   This has been termed “Texter’s Thumb”  which is actually a collective name for a number of conditions which can occur with prolonged use of phones. One of the most common conditions we are seeing is inflammation (tenosynovitis) of the tendon responsible for bending the

Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Its Impact on the Hands and Wrists. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of hereditary connective tissue disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility. While EDS affects the body systemically, the hands and wrists are particularly vulnerable to frequent strain, instability, and pain due to their complex anatomy and constant use. For many people living with EDS, even routine tasks like

Some people hold the mistaken belief that a fracture is a less serious injury than a broken bone. The truth is that these two words mean...

Mirror box therapy is treatment that uses visual feedback with a mirror box as a technique for improving pain and movement in the hand or...

A thermoplastic splint is a custom-made brace made from light-weight plastic. These are made on the spot by your hand therapist by...

Causes, Symptoms and Treatment If you are experiencing pain on the little finger side of your wrist, you may have come across the term...

Does this injury mean I will get arthritis? At Bayside Hand Therapy we are often asked 'Will I get arthritis?' following finger, thumb...

Dislocations can occur at any finger joint, but the most commonly affected joint is the middle knuckle, the PIP joint. Finger...

What is tennis elbow? Tennis elbow is the most common cause of pain on the outside of the elbow. It most commonly affects adults aged...

What is a Hand Therapist? A hand therapist is either an occupational therapist or physiotherapist who has undertaken additional training...

Many people who frequent the gym, whether to lift weights, attend exercise classes or crossfit, find that their wrists and fingers become...

Are you struggling with a crooked finger, wondering if there's a way to restore it to its natural, straight position? The good news is...

Whether caused by accidents, sport, or repetitive strain, hand injuries are common. Two common treatment techniques are hot and cold...

So you are considering carpal tunnel surgery. Although every individual's experience may vary slightly, this guide will give you a...

The habit of cracking knuckles, also known as 'knuckle popping', has been a topic of discussion and curiosity for a long time. Here are...

How to keep your hand clean while it is in a cast... Unless you have been fitted with a waterproof cast, it is important to keep the cast...