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Accidents can happen anywhere, and the workplace is no exception. In just seconds, a slip can result in a fractured hand, or a hand caught between objects can lead to a serious crush, causing immediate pain and potentially long-term limitations. Yet, not all workplace injuries happen suddenly. Many develop gradually over time due to repeated …
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome often gets the spotlight, but it’s not the only type of nerve entrapment that can affect the arm. Radial Tunnel Syndrome (RTS), though less common, occurs when the radial nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the radial tunnel near the elbow and forearm. This can occur due to repetitive motions, overuse …
An injury to the upper extremities—such as the hand, wrist, or elbow —can disrupt your life without warning. Tasks you rely on every day—working, driving, gripping, typing, or lifting—can suddenly become painful or nearly impossible. Acting promptly is critical, yet many people put off care, allowing symptoms to worsen and recovery to take longer than …
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Few things are more embarrassing than falling in public. While it’s tempting to brush it off, laugh, and move on, there are times when that’s simply not possible. What may seem like a minor stumble can actually result in serious injuries that shouldn’t be ignored—and that’s no laughing matter. At FORM Hand, Wrist & Elbow …
In the past, doctors had to rely primarily on physical exams, patient history, and their own experience to make a diagnosis. While these approaches are still valuable, they have limitations—especially when it comes to detecting injuries to the hand, wrist, and elbow. Today, modern imaging technology enables physicians to view the affected area with remarkable …
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No one goes to their occupation expecting to get injured, yet workplace accidents occur every day. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), nearly 13,000 American workers are injured daily — that’s one person hurt every seven seconds. These staggering numbers show just how quickly a routine workday can take an unexpected toll on your …
You know that sharp, tingling jolt that shoots down your arm when you hit your “funny bone”? It’s not actually a bone—it’s your ulnar nerve, which originates from a network of nerves in your neck and shoulder (called the brachial plexus) and travels all the way down to your hand. At your elbow, it passes …
Living with hand, wrist, or elbow pain doesn’t have to be your reality. While at-home and non-surgical treatments can often alleviate discomfort, some ailments require targeted solutions to restore both comfort and function. At FORM Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute, we focus on delivering relief that doesn’t require surgery. Cortisone injections have become a trusted …
Experiencing hand or wrist pain doesn’t necessarily mean you have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). While CTS is a common cause, many people mistakenly assume it’s the source of their discomfort. In reality, hand pain can result from several conditions, with arthritis—inflammation of the joints—being one of the most frequent. Of the different types of arthritis, …
Most fractures are easy to recognize—pain, swelling, or visible deformity usually indicate something is wrong. However, some fractures are much harder to detect. A scaphoid fracture is a common example. The scaphoid is one of the eight small carpal bones in your wrist, located near the base of your thumb, and is roughly shaped like …
