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Do Tennis Elbow Straps / Braces Work?
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...
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13 hours ago3 min read
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Why is my Finger or Wrist Still Swollen?
Expert Hand Therapy Advice Wondering why your finger or wrist is still swollen? Learn common causes, when to seek help, and how hand...
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7 days ago5 min read
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Why is my Finger Drooping?
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...
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Sep 23 min read
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What does Carpal Tunnel Feel Like?
Understanding the Symptoms and when to Seek Help If you have wrist pain, tingling or numbness in your hands, you might be wondering “ is...
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Aug 53 min read
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Pain when using your phone?
You may have "Texter's Thumb" With our ever increasing reliance on our phones and other electronic devices, we are seeing an increasing...
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Jun 112 min read
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Common Hand and Wrist Problems in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - How Hand Therapy Can Help
Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Its Impact on the Hands and Wrists. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of hereditary...
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May 154 min read
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Broken Bones: Is there a difference between a fracture and a break?
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...
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Apr 172 min read
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What is Mirror Box Therapy?
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...
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Aug 8, 20242 min read
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What is a Thermoplastic Splint?
A thermoplastic splint is a custom-made brace made from light-weight plastic. These are made on the spot by your hand therapist by...
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Aug 1, 20242 min read
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What is a TFCC Injury?
Causes, Symptoms and Treatment If you are experiencing pain on the little finger side of your wrist, you may have come across the term...
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Jul 25, 20243 min read
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Will I get Arthritis?
Does this injury mean I will get arthritis? At Bayside Hand Therapy we are often asked 'Will I get arthritis?' following finger, thumb...
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Jul 17, 20241 min read
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Finger Dislocation
Dislocations can occur at any finger joint, but the most commonly affected joint is the middle knuckle, the PIP joint. Finger...
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Jul 5, 20242 min read
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Tennis Elbow
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...
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Mar 1, 20243 min read
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Why See a Hand Therapist
What is a Hand Therapist? A hand therapist is either an occupational therapist or physiotherapist who has undertaken additional training...
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Feb 22, 20242 min read
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Preventing Hand and Wrist Pain at the Gym.
Many people who frequent the gym, whether to lift weights, attend exercise classes or crossfit, find that their wrists and fingers become...
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Jan 2, 20242 min read
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Can You Straighten a Bent Finger?
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...
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Sep 21, 20232 min read
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Hot versus Cold: Exploring Hand Injury Management Techniques
Whether caused by accidents, sport, or repetitive strain, hand injuries are common. Two common treatment techniques are hot and cold...
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Aug 29, 20232 min read
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What to Expect Following Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
So you are considering carpal tunnel surgery. Although every individual's experience may vary slightly, this guide will give you a...
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Jul 21, 20233 min read
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Is Knuckle Cracking Bad for your Joints?
The habit of cracking knuckles, also known as 'knuckle popping', has been a topic of discussion and curiosity for a long time. Here are...
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Jul 12, 20232 min read
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Hand Care While in a Cast
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...
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May 16, 20232 min read
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