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Gout
What is the Difference Between Gout and Pseudogout?
March 1, 2021

Gout and pseudogout are both conditions in which substances that should be dissolved in the blood or body fluids becomes a solid chalky white material in tissues. Both of these conditions have the crystals that can build up in joints resulting in pain, swelling and possibly even joint damage. Normal joints do not have crystals in them. 
Fingertip Injury
How to Treat a Broken Finger Tip
The finger tip is one of the most commonly injured areas of the upper extremity because we use our finger tips in so many daily activities. Your finger tip can be injured in a variety of different ways. Here's how to treat a broken finger tip and other finger tip injuries.
February 22, 2021
Hand Therapy
Advice from a Certified Hand Therapist: Avoiding Pain While Working in Your Home Office
With people transitioning to home offices, hand therapists have seen an increase in clients with arm, shoulder, and neck pain. People are stressed and making do with working from their laptops, tablets, and/or cell phones. Here is some of the most useful advice for a better home office set up.
February 15, 2021
Rheumatoid Arthritis
8 Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis in the hand, typically affecting the wrist and knuckles. However, this type of arthritis can affect the entire body. Here are 8 signs that you may have rheumatoid arthritis.
February 8, 2021
Featured Video
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What are the signs and symptoms?
Do you have carpal tunnel syndrome? Numbness and tingling are two key signs that you may have this condition. Hear from patients with carpal tunnel syndrome and learn how you can treat your symptoms in this video.

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