Lumps can appear anywhere on our body and at any time in our life so seeing one is undoubtedly worrying, especially since the lay person often associates them with cancer. However, it is worth noting that benign growths are nine times more common than cancer so the lump you see on your hand may not […]

Ever wondered what is causing the tingling sensation or pain in your fingers and hands? Carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome may be the cause. These are two conditions that occur when one of the major nerves in your hand or forearm gets compressed, leading to symptoms like numbness and tingling in the fingers, […]

A trigger finger is a condition in which one of the fingers gets locked in a bent position, limiting movement and resulting in pain and tenderness. A common reason why one would develop a trigger finger is due to repetitive gripping actions, which is often seen in golf players – putting them at high risk. […]

It is humans’ natural instinct to break a fall with our hands, but this sometimes results in hand and wrist injuries – ranging from fractures to sprains and strains – that may require immediate medical attention. Thus, it is important to understand the common hand and wrist injuries due to falling on outstretched hands so […]

Hand surgery in Singapore is typically considered the last resort to treat conditions such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Arthritis, tendinopathies, ligament issues and more, if conservative treatments prove to not be effective in relieving symptoms. Going through any kind of surgery is often considered a major event so it is understandable to feel […]

The moniker “trigger finger” comes from the way your finger bends and straightens with a snap, similar to how a trigger is pulled and released. This condition is also known as stenosing tenosynovitis in which one of your fingers is locked in a bent position, limiting your movement and resulting in pain, as well as, […]

There are many different conditions that can cause numbness in your hands. Most hand specialists in Singapore have seen hand and finger numbness in patients as a result of nerve problems and even nutritional deficiencies. While some of these conditions are serious, others are not a cause for concern. The most common reasons for numbness […]

Did you know that when working in a kitchen, your hands may become the victim of a variety of injuries? With the kitchen being full of potentially dangerous objects, you may sustain injuries ranging from burns, lacerations to even tendonitis as a result of overuse. Hence, it is important to consider the dangers your hands […]

Part I: Introduction Arthritis refers to the inflammation of the joints that can cause severe joint pain. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis, and the causes, as well as treatment options, differ from one another. It is important to determine the type of arthritis you have to find the best treatment and pain […]