Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome: Anatomy, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Ulnar tunnel syndrome, also known as Guyon's Canal Syndrome, is a condition characterized by the compression of the ulnar nerve as it passes through G...
By Jordan
Category: Hand Health
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Weak Hand: Understanding, Improving Strength, and Enhancing Dexterity
Improving a weak hand requires a progressive approach focusing on enhancing grip, pinch, wrist stability, and finger dexterity through targeted exerci...
By Hart
Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) in the Hand: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Treatment
The Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) in the hand is a crucial ligament at the base of the thumb's MCP joint, stabilizing it for pinch grip and grasping...
By Jordan
Thumb Palm Test: How to Perform, Interpret Results, and Understand Its Purpose
The thumb palm test is a simple self-assessment to evaluate median nerve function and thenar muscle strength by attempting to touch your thumb to the ...
By Alex
Nail Weights: Enhancing Hand Strength, Dexterity, and Rehabilitation
Nail weights are specialized, low-load resistance tools primarily used to enhance the strength, dexterity, and fine motor control of intrinsic hand mu...
By Hart
Inability to Straighten Finger: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The inability to fully straighten a finger commonly results from various issues including injuries, inflammation, or degenerative changes affecting th...
By Jordan
Ulnar Ligament of the Hand: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Treatment
The ulnar ligament of the hand primarily refers to the Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) of the thumb, a key stabilizer of the thumb's main joint, with ...
By Hart
Hand Extensor Exercises: Strengthening with a Rubber Band for Improved Balance and Injury Prevention
Using a rubber band primarily strengthens hand extensor muscles to improve balance, prevent injuries, and enhance overall hand function and grip stren...
By Alex
Oblique Retinacular Ligament of the Thumb: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Importance
The oblique retinacular ligament (ORL) of the thumb is a crucial soft tissue structure, also known as Landsmeer's ligament, that coordinates interdepe...
By Alex
