KUTV — Arthritis is the inflammation (swelling or pain) of one or more of your joints. It can affect any joint in the body, including the knees, shoulders, thumbs, wrists, and more. Today, Dr. Robert ...

A new miniature implant has been successfully used by US surgeons to help those suffering from arthritis in their thumb ...

WYNNEWOOD, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- When arthritis affects the thumb, it makes everything from getting dressed to making a meal miserable. Now, a Main Line Health specialist has surgery that can help ...

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Hand arthritis is nearly inevitable with age, but for some, the pain can interfere with daily life. Orthopedic surgeon Doug Hutchinson, MD, talks to Tom Miller, MD, about when surgery can make a ...

Chronic pain has a way of reminding us of the body parts we often take for granted—particularly our hands and wrists. When simple daily tasks cause ongoing pain on the thumb side of your wrist, you ...

A peculiar modern ailment has emerged in medical offices worldwide as patients present with thumb pain, stiffness, and mobility issues without obvious injury. The seemingly innocuous smartphone—now ...

A sudden onset of joint pain can be a symptom of COVID-19. Joint pain can also occur with long COVID-19. Scientists believe it results from inflammation. Medications and exercise can help ease joint ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, tingling and weakness in the hand and arm. It occurs when the median nerve, one of the major nerves to the hand, is compressed ...