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The triscaphoid joint, which is made up of the scaphoid, trapezium, and trapezoid bones and is located at the base of the thumb, is important in maintaining stability in the wrist and facilitating movement in the thumb. When arthritis strikes this joint, performing simple tasks such as turning a doorknob or holding a cup of […]

That sharp, localized ache at the base of your thumb can make even simple tasks like turning a doorknob, opening a jar, or texting painful. Since the thumb plays a central role in hand movement and grip, any discomfort at its base can seriously affect your daily life.  The structure of the thumb is vital […]

People often forget about an important joint called the elbow during high-intensity training. Athletes usually focus on protecting their lower back or knees, but the elbow works just as hard. It is a hinge joint that sits between a heavy barbell and a strong shoulder. In CrossFit and traditional weightlifting, the elbow handles heavy loads […]

If you’ve been dealing with ongoing elbow pain, your first thought might be to ask for an X-ray or MRI. However, sports medicine doctors and orthopedic specialists are increasingly turning to a different tool called diagnostic ultrasound. Although ultrasound is commonly associated with pregnancy, it’s also a powerful tool for musculoskeletal diagnosis. The elbow, with […]

Finding out that your child has a forearm fracture can be very stressful for any parent. After the emergency room visit and follow-up with an orthopedic doctor, most parents wonder how long the cast will stay on. Every child heals differently. However, knowing the usual healing timeline and the factors that affect bone healing can […]

Forearm fractures are some of the most common injuries seen in children. Kids are naturally active, and when they fall, they often try to catch themselves with an outstretched hand. This puts a lot of force on the radius and ulna, the two bones in the forearm. Children’s bones are different from adult bones. They […]

Many “wrist fractures” are actually distal radius fractures (the end of the forearm bone near the wrist). Other wrist-area fractures can involve the scaphoid or other carpal bones. Your wrist used to be reliable, lifting grocery bags, handling tough gym workouts, or opening a tight pickle jar without you having a second thought. Now it […]

A sudden fall on an outstretched hand is classic, but many patients describe their injury as a “twist,” stumble, or awkward movement. It can send pain shooting up your arm, and the first instinct is often to get an X-ray. X-rays are the standard tool for spotting fractures, but what if that seemingly clear image […]

Distal radius fractures (DRFs) are some of the most common fractures, especially in older adults. They frequently occur in people with osteoporosis, a condition where bone mass decreases and bone structure becomes weaker. Osteoporosis changes the bone in ways that make healing and treatment more challenging. Understanding these effects is important for improving patient care […]

A sudden wrist injury from a fall or a sports accident can cause sharp pain that feels worse than just a simple bruise. The distal radius is one of two forearm bones and connects the forearm to the wrist joint. It can affect how you move and use your hand every day. Specifically, the radius […]