A gamekeeper’s thumb, also called a skier’s thumb, is an injury to one of the important ligaments at the base of the thumb joint. The
Category: Hand
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) explained
Repetitive strain injury has been around since people first began repeating motions and carrying out manual labor. The?first description?of repetitive strain injury (RSI) came from
Dr. Cole�??s Non Operative Management of Osteoarthritis
What is Osteoarthritis (OA)? Gradual breakdown of articular cartilage and bones within a joint. Osteoarthritis is typically caused by wear and tear and worsens over
Dr. Cole?s Non Operative Management of Osteoarthritis
What is Osteoarthritis (OA)? Gradual breakdown of articular cartilage and bones within a joint. Osteoarthritis is typically caused by wear and tear and worsens over
The Soothing Power of Water-based Exercise on Ankylosing Spondylitis
Article: Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that affects 2-3 million Americans. It is a degenerative autoimmune disease that causes extreme
Ask the Doctor Podcast
Splint Removal and Exercises for Mallet Finger Injury; Cheer Leader Injuries and Return for Next Season. This regular segment of ?Ask the Doctor? addresses questions
Tips to Avoid Snow-Related Injuries
By Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush The simple act of shoveling can cause serious injury if you aren?t careful.? In fact, an estimated 11,500 people visit
Podcast on The Future of Football Head Protection and Equipment Technologies
Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul talk with Thad Ide, Senior VP of Research and Product Development for Riddell, about recent innovations in the future
An Inside Look Into Flexor Tendon Injuries
By: Brian Rog and Julianne Lessard, OTR/L,CHT for ATI Physical Therapy Our hands and fingers are among the most important assets to our body, so
