Feb 23, 2025 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common nerve condition affecting millions worldwide. It causes numbness, tingling, and pain in the hands. Without treatment, symptoms can worsen, leading to muscle weakness and permanent nerve damage. Many assume surgery is the only...
Feb 5, 2025 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome, regenerative medicine, Regenexx, Thumb, Wrist
@chiarthritis Asked and answered #painful knot in the #hand ♬ original sound – Chicago Arthritis Possible Causes of Hand Knots A knot in the middle of the hand can stem from various conditions. If it’s visible, it could indicate: Dupuytren’s Contracture Tendon...
Sep 12, 2024 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome, regenerative medicine, Regenexx, Thumb
Understanding Trigger Finger: When Should You Be Concerned? Trigger finger occurs when the tendons that help flex your finger become irritated, inflamed, and stenotic. This causes the finger to catch or lock in a flexed position, which can be painful. While this...
Aug 28, 2024 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome, regenerative medicine, Regenexx, Thumb, Wrist
An Approach to Progressive Hand Pain A common question was raised on social media about someone dealing with progressive hand pain for years, despite normal inflammatory lab results. What should be the next step? Assessing the Type of Pain The first step is to...
Aug 12, 2024 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome, regenerative medicine, Regenexx, Thumb
What is Trigger Finger? Trigger finger involves two key structures: the flexor tendon and the A1 pulley. The flexor tendons in the fingers are like ropes connecting muscles to bones, covered by a protective sheath. These tendons are essential for finger movement,...
Aug 9, 2024 | Blog, Carpal tunnel syndrome, regenerative medicine, Regenexx, Thumb, Wrist
@chiarthritis Stop using #steroid #injections for #carpaltunnel #triggerpoint instead use #prp and #prolotherapy ♬ original sound – Chicago Arthritis New Guidelines on Steroid Injections A recent position statement published in the British Medical Journal by...
