Hand, Elbow, Shoulder
If have been treated for an orthopedic condition of the hand, elbow, or shoulder, you will find useful information here.
The hand is composed of a sophisticated system of bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves designed to perform complex tasks. Diagnosis and treatment of this system allows a return to normal...
"I have heard that you can get carpal tunnel syndrome from typing, but my symptoms have occurred since beginning to play the guitar. Is there any relationship here?"
Our hands are unique,...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most common compressive neuropathy of the upper extremity. The cause is usually unknown but it can be associated with certain medical conditions (diabetes, thyroid...
Cubital Tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve entrapment in the elbow) is the second-most common compressive neuropathy of the upper extremity. Symptoms usually consist of a sensation that the small and ring...
DeQuervain's tendonitis is a common condition affecting the tendons of the first dorsal compartment on the radial side of the wrist. It is classically described in new mothers but can affect adult...
Dupuytren's contracture is the result of a pathological thickening of the superficial palmar fascia of the hand leading to an inability to straighten the finger, usually at the MP joint but sometimes...
Ganglions are the most common “lumps” in the hand and wrist. They are fluid-filled synovial cysts generally emanating from a joint or tendon sheath. The most common locations are the dorsum of the...
Osteoarthritis can affect any synovial joint. Most commonly affected in the hand are the DIP joints, followed by the thumb CMC joint and the PIP joints. The wrist joint can be affected as well,...
Trigger fingers are a common cause of discomfort in the palm, often associated with a distinct locking of the affected digit. The digits most commonly involved are the ring finger and the thumb,...
Shoulder ailments come in all shapes and sizes. From the teenage gymnast to the elderly gardener, limitations from shoulder pain are quite disabling. Confirming the correct diagnosis and...
The most frequent source of pain and joint destruction is arthritis. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, rotator cuff arthropathy, and trauma related arthritis are the four most common...
Hand therapy is defined as the art and science of rehabilitation of upper limb dysfunction. This is defined as disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder girdle. Hand therapists are...
Most athletes have had the experience. You are reaching to catch a ball and somehow you mistime it just a little bit. Instead of the ball nestling nicely into your palm, it strikes the tip of your...
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Dr. Napoli will present a seminar on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome at the Pardee Health...
Dr. Napoli will present a seminar on osteoarthritis of the hand and wrist on Tuesday, March 20 at...
Dr. David Napoli, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and specialist in hand and upper...