Posted in PathologyScaphoid FractureAugust 17, 2022The scaphoid bone is part of the 7 carpal bones, being the one that fractures the most of this set…See more
Posted in PathologyFractures of the Metacarpals and PhalangesAugust 3, 2022Fractures of the metacarpals and phalanges represent 80% of the hand injuries. There can be two types of fractures. Stable,…See more
Posted in PathologyBennett fractureJuly 19, 2022Bennett`s fracture affects the trapeziometacarpal joint, which is at the base of thethumb, it is part of the anatomical snuffbox…See more
Posted in PathologyInjury of the Scapholunate LigamentApril 6, 2022The scapholunate ligament is part of the 24 bones and 24 ligaments in the wrist. Its function is to connect…See more
Posted in PathologyHammer ToeJuly 27, 2021Traumas in the hand account for 10% of all emergencies attended in the emergency room and one of the most…See more
Posted in PathologyWhat is wrist sprain?February 26, 2021A wrist sprain occurs when a person has a traumatic event in their hand…See more
Posted in PathologyTriangular fibrocartilage injuryJanuary 19, 2021The triangular fibrocartilage ligament is part of the anatomy of the wrist, being one of the 24 ligaments that compose…See more
Posted in PathologyWhat is Dupuytren's disease?October 19, 2020Dupuytren’s disease is a disease that affects the fascia of the hands. The fascia is a layer of fibrous tissue…See more
Posted in PathologyGuyon Canal Syndrome or Cubital Tunnel SyndromeAugust 31, 2020Guyon’s canal syndrome is an alteration in sensitivity in a specific area of the hand, mainly in the little finger…See more
Posted in PathologyTrigger FingerMarch 29, 2019This illness targets the hand tendons and pulleys that flex the fingers. Tendons work like ropes that connect the forearm…See more
Posted in PathologyCarpal Tunnel SyndromeMarch 29, 2019Is an illness that affects 4-5% of the population between the ages of 40 and 60. It can occur in…See more
Posted in PathologyDe Quervain's tenosynovitisMarch 27, 2019This affliction affects the abductor pollicis longusSee more
Posted in PathologyDistal radius fractureMarch 27, 2019A distal or Colles fracture is one of the most frequent fractures, it corresponds to 20% of all fractures attended…See more
Posted in PathologyWhat is arthritis?March 27, 2019Arthritis is the wear and tear suffered by the joints that can come about due to multiple factorsSee more
Posted in PathologyThumb arthritis or RhizarthrosisMarch 5, 2019Is a pain at the base of the thumb and is due to degenerative changes (wear and tear of the…See more
Posted in PathologyGanglion cystsMarch 5, 2019Ganglion cysts are benign, non-cancerous, tumours that frequently appear on the wrists, fingers, or ankles…See more