Wrist-joint involvement is common in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and wrist splints are prescribed to reduce pain and inflammation. Previous research has found that patterns of splint wearing differ by ...

Software developed at Loughborough University in the United Kingdom reportedly could enable clinicians with no computer-aided design (CAD) experience to design and 3D-print custom wrist splints for ...

Many people take the use of their hands for granted until simple daily tasks become painful. Opening a jar, turning a key, ...

TAUNTON — Dr. Vanessa Lund, a Morton Hospital-affiliated orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremities answers common questions about arthritis. Q: What is arthritis? A: ...

Pain in the MCP joint can result from injury, infection, inflammation, or some medical conditions. Treatment depends on the cause but may include medications, splints and supports, hand therapy, and ...