April 14, 2023 at 2:31 pm · drsahai · 0 comments

5 Common Signs of a Thumb Sprain

Thumb sprains are a common injury that can occur due to various reasons, ranging from sports activities to everyday accidents. A thumb sprain refers to the stretching or tearing of the ligaments that support the thumb joint, leading to pain, swelling, and limited mobility. If you suspect a thumb sprain, it’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms to seek appropriate medical attention and prevent further damage. In this article, we will discuss five common signs of a thumb sprain.

October 21, 2020 at 2:32 pm · drsahai · 0 comments

What to Expect with Trigger Finger Surgery

Trigger finger (AKA stenosing tenosynovitis) causes a curled finger position. It hurts when your hand is in use and when also it is not. Additionally, buttoning clothes and grabbing a coffee mug can be a challenge. Therefore, for some people, trigger finger surgery is necessary. But, who is a candidate?

June 17, 2020 at 6:05 pm · drsahai · 0 comments

Top Hand & Elbow Injuries

Accidents can happen. In fact, anyone can fall onto an outstretched arm. However, most commonly, elbow injuries and hand injuries occur when playing sports or when someone trips. The act of falling on your arm in this way can fracture the wrist. Injuries to your wrist and elbow can happen for other reasons too. Your technique can be off, or you may overdo an exercise one day. Maybe you are just not in as good of shape as you thought. The good news, you can prevent these problems!

June 3, 2020 at 7:00 pm · drsahai · 0 comments

Is My Finger Broken?

How to Tell if Your Finger is Broken

Your fingers allow you to touch, grasp, and experience the world, every day. However, a broken finger is very common. In fact, the fingers are the most commonly injured part of the hand. Therefore, anything from bruises, finger sprains to broken bones is possible. Your knuckles are the joints that form between finger bones. And when trauma occurs, they are easily dislocated.

January 9, 2020 at 10:04 pm · drsahai · 0 comments

How to Spot a Jammed Finger

A jammed finger is a common injury. It happens more often with athletes but can happen to anyone. Basketball and volleyball players are the most susceptible. The fingers are at risk when reaching for balls in these cases.