Is Your Finger Getting Stuck or Locking When You Bend It? Have you noticed that one of your fingers seems to catch, click, or lock when you try to straighten it? Maybe it starts out as a minor annoyance in the morning but gradually becomes more painful throughout the day. If so, you may be […]
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Hand Therapy, Health Article, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation
Tennis Elbow vs. Golfer’s Elbow: Understanding the Difference
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If you’re experiencing pain around your elbow, especially when lifting objects, gripping items, or twisting your arm, you might be wondering what exactly is going on. Two of the most common causes of elbow pain are Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow. Even though their names suggest sports-related injuries, you don’t have to play tennis or […]
Hand Therapy, Health Article, Occupational Therapy
9 Common Causes of Hand Numbness and Tingling: Why Do My Hands Feel Numb or Tingly?
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Jun
Jun
Most people have experienced that strange “pins and needles” sensation in their hands at some point. Maybe you slept in an awkward position, leaned on your arm for too long, or spent hours typing on a computer. In many cases, the feeling goes away quickly. However, when numbness or tingling becomes frequent, persistent, or starts […]
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night with your hand feeling numb? Or noticed tingling in your fingers after a long day of typing, texting, or working with your hands? While occasional discomfort may seem harmless, persistent numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain in the hand and wrist could be signs […]
Introduction Trigger finger is a common hand condition that causes a finger or thumb to catch, click, lock, or snap when bending and straightening. For many people, even simple activities like gripping objects, typing, opening jars, or holding a phone can become painful and frustrating. The condition often develops gradually and may worsen over time […]
Hand Therapy, Health Article, Occupational Therapy
Recovering from Hand Surgery: What to Expect from Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn & Staten Island
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Introduction Hand surgery can restore function, repair injuries, and relieve pain—but recovery does not end in the operating room. Rehabilitation is one of the most important parts of successful healing. After surgery, many patients require occupational therapy in Brooklyn or hand therapy in Staten Island to regain movement, strength, flexibility, and confidence in using their […]
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