Did you know the fingers, wrists, elbows, arms, shoulders and neck are the most common areas affected by repetitive strain injuries (RSI)? RSI refers to injuries characterized by muscle, tendon and nerve damage caused by caused by overuse or misuse. These common...
If you text, type, tap your phone or play video games often you may be setting yourself up for an overuse injury. If you are doing a specific motion repeatedly you might develop soreness, pain and inflammation as tension builds and muscles are strained. But you can...
People with arthritis can protect their joints, minimize further damage and lessen pain by implementing the following principles. 1. MOVE. Synovial fluid, nature’s lubricant, is released with joint movement. You may experience joint stiffness in the morning or...
Exercises can take a toll on your hands and wrists. They cause discomfort, tendonitis, calluses, and even long-term injuries. Whether you are lifting weights, doing push-ups, cycling, or practicing yoga, protecting your hands and providing your wrist sufficient...
Hand and wrist injuries are more common than you might think. According to Brown Health University, repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are among the most prevalent workplace injuries, affecting millions of people across various sectors, particularly those who type or...
