Hand
Dupuytren’s Disease
A condition that causes the fascia in the palm of the hand to develop tight cords. This can bend the fingers, especially the little and ring finger, which cannot be straightened out, causing problems with washing, dressing and activities involving the hand.
Thumb
Dequervain’s Tenosynovitis
A condition causing pain in the outer aspect of the thumb and wrist. It is caused by inflammation of the tendon sheath that surrounds the thumb in the outside of the wrist and can be swollen, lumpy and very painful. Often caused by repetitive lifting activities
Finger