Written by Dr. Sohel Islam What is Mallet Finger? Mallet finger, also known as baseball finger or drop finger, is a condition in which the tendon that extends the finger becomes damaged, leading to the inability to fully straighten the affected finger.  This typically occurs as a result of an injury to the fingertip, such as a forceful blow or jamming of the finger.  In some cases, the tendon may even be completely torn or detached from the bone. What are the Symptoms of Mallet Finger? Symptoms of mallet finger include pain, swelling, and stiffness in the affected finger, as well as ..read more

Characterized by thick cords or nodules on the palm of the hand or fingers, Dupuytren’s disease, or “Dupuytren’s Contracture”, is caused by the buildup of collagen and development of new tissues in the hand. Dupuytren’s is most common in Caucasian men with a Northern European or Anglo-Saxon background as well as anyone with a family history of the disease. What are the symptoms of Dupuytren’s Disease? Dupuytren’s disease is usually painless. The early signs of the disease include painless, firm nodules in the palm. As the disease progresses, the nodules turn into cords in the palms ..read more

We’ve all heard of tennis elbow, or golf elbow – pain in these areas caused by tendonitis.  But tendonitis can also cause pain in many areas of the hand and arms. Tendonitis is a result of swelling of the tendons. Tendons are rope-like structures which connect the muscles in our body to the bones which they have to move. There are many tendons in the hand and forearm that, when irritated and swollen, are painful. What are the symptoms of tendonitis? Most patients complain of pain and/or stiffness in the hand(s) orin the muscles of the forearm. The stiffness is often most noticea ..read more

Our hands, just like our faces, often give away our age. As cosmetic procedures for the face have increased in popularity, similar treatments for their hands have lagged behind. So, what can be done to hide the signs of aging in your hands? Most of the signs of aging in our hands revolve around the loss of soft tissue, mainly fat, along the top of the hand. This leads to prominence of bones, joints, veins, and tendons. There are also signs of sun damage such as age spots and wrinkling. Finally, arthritic bone spurs along joints can also add to the aged appearance. Non-Surgical Treatments Non-i ..read more

If your hands have trouble functioning properly, whether because of stiffness or joint pain, you may have Rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is a systemic inflammatory illness that can frequently cause hand problems and deformities. There are a number of signs and symptoms that point to the possibility of Rheumatoid arthritis. Here are six common ones to look for. Hand joint swellingRA causes an inflammatory reaction around joints, which can result in swelling, tenderness, and stiffness of the hand, wrist and fingers. Symmetrical InflammationUnlike other causes of arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis re ..read more

No matter how good you may be at golf (we know it takes time!) anyone can get a hand or wrist injury from playing the game. The golf swing is a complex, coordinated series of motions (but you already know that!). While poor technique can cause golf injuries, many are caused by overuse. Sometimes, but less often, injuries are caused by a single direct blow, such as hitting a tree root. How To Avoid A Golf InjuryProper warm up and stretching are critical to decrease the chance of injury while golfing. Gradually increasing the length and intensity of your play as the season progresses can help yo ..read more

You try to straighten your finger and a once simple, easy task has become impossible. This may be a result of mallet finger. Also known as “baseball finger”, mallet finger is an injury to the tendon that straightens your finger (the extensor tendon) and affects its strength. Causes  Mallet finger can happen to anyone. If your finger is forced to bend further than it is intended to go, the fingertip droops and cannot straighten on its own. This usually occurs when an object strikes the finger. Symptoms  If you’ve had a severe blow to your finger, the injury may cause the finger to be ..read more

Busy people and athletes often get sprained fingers. A sprain happens when there is an injury to the tissues surrounding and supporting a joint. The ligaments that connect the bones together are strong structures that prevent a joint from going into an abnormal position. The capsule is less strong and acts to seal the joint from the other tissues. What Happens When You Sprain Your Finger The most common joint to be sprained in the finger is the PIP joint, the first joint after the knuckle (MCP joint). The ligament that is injured in a PIP joint sprain is called the volar plate ..read more

Written by Dr. Sohel Islam Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the most common disorders of the hand. It affects thousands of people every year. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misconceptions about the disorder, especially about treatments and their effectiveness. Carpal tunnel syndrome can occur at any age, but typically occurs in adults. Since almost everyone uses keyboards these days, it is not strictly related to computer or video game use. The disease occurs when a nerve is pinched in the palm/wrist area. Symptoms The typical symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome are numbness and tingling in ..read more

Are you passionate about healthcare, helping patients and the community while also enjoying a great work-life balance? Advanced Specialty Care is the place for you! At Advanced Specialty Care, we provide a warm, supportive environment for both our patients and our employees. We pride ourselves in fostering a work environment where employees can reap the rewards of a career in healthcare while continuing to grow and improve their skills without sacrificing work-life balance (no weekends or overnight shifts). Our practice also offers a competitive benefits package that includes salary, health an ..read more