Pain or a lack of movement in the thumb could indicate an underlying health condition, such as arthritis, a sprain, or other injury. Exercises, splinting, and medication are some of the treatment ...

JENNIFER: IF TURNING DROO NOBODIES OR OPENING JARS IS PAINFUL, IT COULD BE A SIGN OF THUMB ARTHRITIS. OSTEOARTHRITIS IS THE MOST COMMON TEYP AFFECTING THE THB.UM IT'S A DEGENERATIVE BREAKDOWN OF ETH ...

Picking up and holding your new little bundle of joy helps both of you bond and relax. But it also works muscles you never knew you had! In some cases, the repetitive strain and movement of lifting ...

Q: Is it possible to sprain the knuckle on the thumb? I was cutting up carpeting for disposal a week and a half ago and the knuckle on my thumb is still stiff. -- Yvette B.

The thenar eminence refers to the bulge that can be seen at the base of your thumb. It’s made up of three separate muscles that work to control the fine motions of the thumb. We’ll take a closer look ...

Marathon typing sessions — whether you're tackling hundreds of unanswered emails after a few days on PTO or quickly typing up that final paper — can be seriously stressful, especially for your wrists.

Social media is full of health hacks for better sleep, clear skin, a functioning gut, you name it. Lately, a tip for aging and cognitive function is gaining traction. Videos showing hand and finger ...

When you text or use your smartphone, you’re making repetitive movements and putting your thumb through a wide range of motion. Your thumb isn’t really designed for these types of movements. A study ...