WHEN YOUR HANDS HURT, EVERYDAY LIFE BECOMES ANYTHING BUT "THUMBS UP."The hand is an amazing instrument that allows us to perform countless tasks, but being on the front lines of our lives means that our hands are exposed to all sorts of potential injuries and disorders. Hand injuries are common and account for about 5% of total Emergency visits nationwide. The resulting pain can range from annoying to debilitating. Common conditions include: Arthritis of the Hand and WristProduces chronic and often debilitating pain due to inflammation of the hand and wrist joints, and in some instances may warrant joint replacement.Carpal Tunnel SyndromeIs caused by repetitive motion: typing, welding and many daily jobs. Pain and loss of motion occur when the median nerve becomes compressed at the wrist as it passes through a narrow channel of bone and ligament called the carpal tunnel.For information or to schedule an appointment, call
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